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Senior Software Engineer - Platform & Reliability
Qorsa
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
We are hiring a Senior Software Engineer to own the platform and reliability of SiQcure, our post-quantum platform for software supply chain integrity. SiQcure helps teams prove what is…
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Senior Software Engineer - Distributed Systems
Qorsa
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
We are hiring a Senior Software Engineer to build on SiQcure, our post-quantum platform for software supply chain integrity. SiQcure helps teams prove what is inside every software release,…
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Senior Software Engineer
AspiringIT
Kitchener, ON
- Full-time
Aspiring IT Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, integrate, and maintain scalable software applications and cloud-based systems.
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Cloud Engineer - Winter 2027 Co-op/Intern
Definity Insurance Company
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
We are looking for a Cloud Engineer Co-op. Through this work, you will apply both technical and analytical skills while gaining hands-on experience with cloud platforms, DevOps automation,…
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Senior Software Engineer, Operations
Sun Life
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who thrives in high-impact environments and brings 7+ years of Java application support, analysis, and development experience. In this role,…
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Mobile Developer - Software Engineer
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- Full-time
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Full Stack Software Engineer
Qorsa
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
We are hiring a Full Stack Software Engineer to build the operator side of CasQade, our crypto-agile TLS and PKI platform. Customers use our dashboard to enroll hosts, watch certificate and…
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Software Engineer
Mycionics Inc.
Kitchener, ON
- Full-time
We are seeking a highly collaborative C++ Software Engineer to build the high-level software architecture that glues our robotic systems together. While our firmware team handles the…
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Staff Software Engineer - Open Source Data Platform (ODP)
Acceldata
Kitchener, ON
- Full-time
We are seeking a Staff Engineer with at least 9 years of experience in distributed systems or data platform development. In this role, you will be a technical leader responsible for…
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Lead Full Stack Software Engineer
Manulife
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
As a Lead Full Stack Software Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across the software development lifecycle, partnering with product owners, architects, and engineering teams to…
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Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) - Automotive
Actalent
Waterloo, ON
- $75,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
…operations continue to grow and we are actively looking for Software Development Engineers in Test to join our…
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Full-Stack Software Engineer
Manulife
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
5+ years Full Stack Software Engineer experience
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Sr. Software Project Manager (Scaled Agile /Device Development)
Danaher Corporation
Guelph, ON
- $125,000 to $135,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
The Senior Software Project Manager is responsible for reducing complexity and managing risk to ensure software and systems are developed in a predictable and efficient manner while…
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Full-Stack Software Engineer
Manulife
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
…insurance illustration experience. We are seeking a Full-Stack Software Engineer to join our Calculations Squad and develop capabilities that help advisors and customers make informed life…
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Senior Cloud Engineer -Hybrid
Manulife
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
Are you passionate about building scalable, secure, and modern cloud solutions? We're looking for a Senior Cloud Engineer who can combine deep technical expertise with business insight to…
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Full Stack Software Engineer II (Contract Role)
Sony Computer Entertainment France SA
Waterloo, ON
- Contract
Playstation is looking for a Software Engineer to build our next-generation technologies and applications in the growing Madison, WI campus. We apply modern web technologies and…
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Sr. Software Project Manager (Scaled Agile /Device Development)
SCIEX
Guelph, ON
- Full-time
The Senior Software Project Manager is responsible for reducing complexity and managing risk to ensure software and systems are developed in a predictable and efficient manner while…
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Software Engineer - Health Systems
FluidAI Medical
Kitchener, ON
We are looking for a Software Engineer to build and deliver the applications, data tools and integrations supporting FluidAI’s health systems technology initiatives. You will work across…
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Jr. Software Engineer - Health Systems
FluidAI Medical
Kitchener, ON
We are looking for a Jr. Software Engineer to help build and deliver the applications, data tools and integrations supporting FluidAI’s health systems technology initiatives. You will work…
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Software Engineer - Open Data Platform (ODP)
Acceldata
Kitchener, ON
- $70,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
We are seeking a Software Engineer with at least 3 years of experience in distributed systems or data platform development. In this role, you will design, build, and scale components of the…
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Senior Software Engineer
AspiringIT
Kitchener, ON
- Full-time
Aspiring IT Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, integrate, and maintain scalable software applications and cloud-based systems.
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Back-end Software Engineer (Kotlin)
Manulife
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
Apply creative problem-solving to bring software designs and architecture to life.
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Staff Software Engineer, Merchant Shopping Growth and Insights AI/ML
Google
Waterloo, ON
- Internship
8 years of experience in software development.
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Senior Mobile Software Engineer
Manulife
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
As a Senior Mobile Software Engineer within our US Retirement technology organization, you will design, build, and deliver high-quality mobile and backend solutions for our Retirement…
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Engineering - Software Engineer
Grote Industries
Waterloo, ON
Grote Electronics is looking for a Software Engineer. Grote Electronics manufactures lighting and control systems for the transportation market. This engineering position will design and…

Acceldata

Software Engineer - Open Data Platform (ODP)

Kitchener, ON, Canada

$70,000 to $100,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Pay: $70,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 5, 2026

Original job description

About Us
Acceldata is the market leader in Enterprise Data Observability. Founded in 2018 and backed by top investors including Insight Partners, March Capital, Lightspeed, Sorenson Ventures, Industry Ventures, and Emergent Ventures, we are a Series-C funded company headquartered in Silicon Valley.

Our Enterprise Data Observability Platform - the first of its kind - helps enterprises build and operate world-class data products by ensuring data is reliable, trusted, and ready to power today’s most critical technologies, including AI, LLMs, Analytics, and DataOps.

Delivered as a SaaS solution, Acceldata is trusted by leading global organizations such as HPE, HSBC, Visa, Freddie Mac, Manulife, Workday, Oracle, PubMatic, PhonePe (Walmart), Hershey’s, Dun & Bradstreet, and many more.

About The Role
We are seeking a Software Engineer with at least 3 years of experience in distributed systems or data platform development. In this role, you will design, build, and scale components of the Acceldata Open Data Platform (ODP), contributing to open-source technologies and solving real-world challenges in large-scale data infrastructure.

WHY JOIN US
At Acceldata, you won’t just be writing code; you’ll be shaping the foundation of modern data platforms used by some of the world’s largest enterprises. You’ll work alongside seasoned engineers and open-source contributors who are passionate about solving complex distributed systems challenges at scale. Every project you take on will directly impact how a data platform is managed, observed, and optimized across hybrid and cloud ecosystems.

This is your chance to build technology that truly matters, software that drives mission-critical pipelines, scales to petabytes, and influences the open-source community at large. We move fast, value creativity, and reward innovation. If you’re looking for a place where your ideas can become real systems and your work can be seen, used, and respected across the data ecosystem, Acceldata is where you belong.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software for the Open Source Data Platform
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and implement new features
Utilize mandatory Linux skills and expertise
Write clean, well-tested, and efficient code in Java, Python, or Scala
Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural discussions
Debug and resolve technical issues, ensuring optimal performance and stability
Continuously learn and stay up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging technologies
Work across diverse environments: Bare Metals, VM, and Kubernetes

Requirements

Mandatory proficiency in Linux to facilitate code deployment and execution
Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud environments is a plus
Extensive hands-on experience in programming with either Java or Scala and Python
Developed and prepared project build models associated with Maven, Gradle, or SBT
Experienced in Github & Nexus management and its use cases
Strong coding, debugging, and troubleshooting capabilities to resolve issues, enhance software applications, and ensure seamless deployment
In-depth understanding of fundamental software engineering concepts such as thread/process management, database management, virtualisation, and distributed computing
Demonstrated expertise in prior projects and contributions, as detailed in the curriculum vitae or resume
Demonstrated fluency in English communication
Strong capacity for collaboration with internal teams, external contributors, and the broader open-source community
Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership, presenting technical accomplishments and strategic insights

Preferred Skills

Contributed to Apache or open source projects
Possess experience with Bigdata stacks or components and deployed applications
Developed in-house automation for platform management

At Acceldata, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of job history, disability, gender identity, religion, race, color, caste, marital/parental status, veteran status, or any other special status. We stand against the discrimination of employees and individuals and are proud to be an equitable workplace that welcomes individuals from all walks of life if they fit the designated roles and responsibilities.

is all about working with some of the best minds in the industry and experiencing a culture that values an ‘out-of-the-box’ mindset. If you want to push boundaries, learn continuously, and grow to be the best version of yourself, Acceldata is the place to be!

We also believe in providing our employees with the right tools and resources to help them excel at their jobs. We offer:

PTO Plan with unlimited negative balance
RRSP Plan
Up to 100% employer-paid benefit options for health, dental, and vision coverage
Supplemental Benefits
Apple Air Mac Equipment
Office gym access (includes workout equipment, basketball court, and showers)
Becoming part of the team that coined the term “Data Observability”!

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain software components for the Open Data Platform, contributing to open-source technologies and building for large-scale data infrastructure. Collaborate across teams on features and architecture, write and review code, and troubleshoot issues to ensure platform performance and stability across bare-metal, virtual machine, and Kubernetes environments.

Requirements

Requires at least three years of experience in distributed systems or data platform development, strong Linux proficiency, and hands-on programming experience with Java or Scala and Python. Candidates should also have experience with Maven, Gradle, or SBT, GitHub and Nexus, and core software engineering concepts including process and thread management, databases, virtualization, and distributed computing.

Skills

Linux
Java
Scala
Python
Distributed Systems
Data Platform Development
Kubernetes
Docker
Cloud Environments
Maven
Gradle
SBT
GitHub
Nexus
Debugging And Troubleshooting
Database Management

Benefits

Unlimited Negative Balance Paid Time Off
RRSP Plan
Employer-Paid Health, Dental, And Vision Benefits
Supplemental Benefits
Apple Mac Equipment
Office Gym Access

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Keywords

Open Data Platform
Data Observability
Linux
Java
Scala
Python
Distributed Systems
Data Infrastructure
Kubernetes
Docker
Cloud Environments
Bare Metal
Virtual Machines
Maven
Gradle
SBT
GitHub
Nexus
Apache
Open Source
Big Data
DataOps
Database Management
Thread Management
Process Management
Virtualization
Code Reviews
Software Engineering
Platform Automation

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