Staff Software Engineer

Software of Excellence

Surrey

Hybrid

CAD 155,000 - 175,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

3% RRSP matching

Comprehensive health benefits

3-week paid vacation

Unlimited paid flex days

Birthday off

Job summary

Henry Schein One Canada is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join the Ascend Specialty domain in Surrey, BC. This hands-on leadership role focuses on architecture, engineering practices, and modernization of key platform components.

You will collaborate closely with Engineering leadership to translate strategy into scalable, production-ready systems in a flexible, high-performing environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
8+ years of software development experience.
Experience delivering scalable web applications.
SPA frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js, Ember.js).
APIs, databases, and cloud-based environments.
Experience modernizing systems or leading technical initiatives.
Interest or experience with AI-assisted development tools is a plus.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Own the technical health and evolution of the Ascend Specialty codebase
Lead by example through hands-on development and strong engineering practices
Design and implement scalable solutions for complex clinical workflows
Drive modernization initiatives, including framework migrations and backend improvements
Mentor engineers through code reviews, pairing, and architectural guidance
Ensure systems are secure, reliable, and performant in a high-traffic clinical environment
Collaborate with Engineering, Product, and leadership to align technical execution with business goals

Skills

Software development

Web apps design

SPA frameworks

APIs

Databases

Cloud environments

System modernization

AI tools interest

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Java

Groovy

Grails

Node.js

React

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Postgres

Redis

MS SQL

AWS

Kubernetes

Jira

Dynatrace

GitLab

Cursor

Job description

Henry Schein One is the global leader in dental management, analytics, communication and marketing software. We deliver innovative dental software and services, combined with expert business coaching, to help connect dental technology so it works as one. When technology connects, more data is shared, more tasks are automated, and more work gets done. Most importantly, dental professionals have more time to focus on providing a quality experience for their patients. In fact, one connected practice management system simplifies each step of the patient experience - from first contact and scheduling to clinical treatment and billing, to ensuring loyalty and recurring care.

Henry Schein One Canada has over 20 years of experience developing and supporting software in dental markets in Canada and throughout the world. Our teams in Vancouver support a breadth of Dental Practice Management systems, including Axium Academic, Axium Ascend, Power Practice and Dentrix Ascend.

About The Opportunity

We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join our Ascend Specialty domain. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you will help shape the architecture, improve engineering practices, and modernize key parts of our platform.

You will partner closely with the Engineering Manager and Director of Engineering to turn technical strategy into scalable, production-ready systems. This role is ideal for an engineer who leads by example, enjoys solving complex architectural challenges, and is passionate about modern engineering practices, including AI-assisted development.

At Henry Schein One Canada, you will be part of a culture that embraces ownership, collaboration, and creativity in a flexible, high-performing environment.

Availability

This is a hybrid role, with one to two days in office, to facilitate brainstorming and team building. Our office is located across from Guildford Mall, in Surrey, BC.

Key Responsibilities

Own the technical health and evolution of the Ascend Specialty codebase
Lead by example through hands-on development and strong engineering practices
Design and implement scalable solutions for complex clinical workflows
Drive modernization initiatives, including framework migrations and backend improvements
Mentor engineers through code reviews, pairing, and architectural guidance
Ensure systems are secure, reliable, and performant in a high-traffic clinical environment
Collaborate with Engineering, Product, and leadership to align technical execution with business goals

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
8+ years of progressive software development experience
Proven experience designing and delivering scalable web applications
Deep expertise in at least one area of software engineering (frontend, backend, or distributed systems)
Experience with modern SPA frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js, or Ember.js)
Strong experience with APIs, databases, and cloud-based environments
Experience modernizing systems or leading technical initiatives
Interest or experience with AI-assisted development tools is an asset
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Self-motivated, pragmatic, and delivery-focused

Our Technologies & Tools

Java, Groovy, Grails, Node.js
React (modernization from Ember)
Kafka, RabbitMQ
Postgres, Redis, MS SQL
AWS, Kubernetes
Jira, Dynatrace
GitLab, Cursor

Our Recruiting Process

Intro/screening call with Talent Acquisition team member
Short online behavioural and cognitive assessment
Interview with Hiring Manager
Technical and Team Panel Interview

Compensation & Benefits

The posted range for this position is between $155,000 CAD – $175,000 CAD, which is the expected starting base salary range for an employee who is new to the role to fully proficient and experienced in the role. Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including prior experience, training, current skills, certifications & education etc.

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