Software development jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 25, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,109
Employers: 1,503

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $115,935Across 465 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $140,537Across 116 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $58.14Across 71 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 10%413 listings
Hybrid: 40%1,640 listings
On-site: 49%2,017 listings

Not specified: 1% (39 listings)

Employers hiring include Amazon (115), Genetec (65), RBC (53).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Software development jobs in Canada

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Woodbridge, ON
Full-time
Designs and implements custom software based on customer and project requirements. Programming assignments may involve PC and/or PLC’s, and the integra

ATS Industrial Automation

Senior Controls Systems Software Designer

Woodbridge, ON, Canada

Pay: Pay Rate: $42.31 - $58.17
Job type: Full-time
Experience: 3 years of experience in a hands-on automation/controls environment working on Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) systems
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 7, 2026

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Job Description

Total Compensation & Benefits

Pay Rate: $42.31 - $58.17
Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus
Stock Purchase Plan
3 Weeks Vacation
Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account
Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ’s and lunches, weekly treat day, etc.)
Employee Development Programs

Major Duties

As a member of a highly motivated, multidisciplinary team, you will design and develop world-class automation solutions while planning and leading projects with full responsibility for project teams, schedules, milestones, and budgets. The role involves contributing to machine concepts, designing and integrating control software with electrical and mechanical systems, and mentoring junior controls team members. You will support process development and machine installation at customer sites worldwide, working with leading-edge technologies such as PLCs, PCs, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, lasers, and other controllers, including programming PLCs to interface with SCADA systems like Ignition, ATS SAMS, and ATS Test Executive.

Specific Responsibilities

Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS programming methods (ATS Global Code Standard)
In depth programming in environments mainly using PLC Ladder logic (Rockwell / Siemens platforms), and structured test (i.e. shell scripting, Visual Basic, C#, Python)
Ability to reverse-engineer and write PLC code from scratch
Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, I/O, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems and lasers.
Debug and commission control systems at our facility, during the system integration stage and then at the customer’s site during installation. Travel to both domestic and international customer locations for SAT (up to 20% travel per year)
Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality and reduced cost.
Work with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers and electricians to solve problems to provide the customer with a complete, functional automation system.
Provide thorough testing of machine functionality to verify software program completeness.
Provide accurate documentation for each project and training specific to their current project (i.e. machine operation, programming principles and program structure).
Advise customer on solving technical problems as a Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Improve the knowledge and capability of other members of the department through mentoring. Responsible for meeting Team Member level KPIs as assigned. (Budget, Schedule, Quality, CI)
Assist with the Team Leader’s responsibilities during their absence and periodically supervise the software development and integration effort on at a team level delegating tasks to a team of people.
Responsible for communicating time estimates and resource requirements on controls tasks to the Team Leader and at times the Project managers.
Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.

Qualifications

Education:

A post-secondary degree specializing in Mechatronics, Systems, Electrical or Computer Engineering.

Experience:

5+ years of experience programming Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and Human/Machine Interfaces (HMI) using Allen Bradley (Rockwell Studio 5000 Logix Designer) or Siemens (TIA Portal) software
3 years of experience in a hands-on automation/controls environment working on Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) systems
Proficiency in understanding programs written in structured test (i.e. Visual Basic, C#, Python, languages). Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem-solving skills.
Experience with configuration/troubleshooting of instrumentation (power supplies, meters, sensors, safety switches, etc.) using vendor software and interfaces
Experience working in Just-In-Time environments and on mission critical systems
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Understanding of robotics, control systems and machine operation with hands-on experience is required
A self-starter with the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Health & Safety Requirements

All employees have the responsibility to work in a healthy and safe manner, report any health, safety or environmental concern to their manager or supervisor in a timely manner, and participate in the safety culture of the organization.

Employee responsibilities for Health, Safety and Environment include:

Work in conformance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures and compliance to legislative requirements
Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods
Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts, defect in any equipment or protective device, and any accidents/incidents to the supervisor
Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for assigned tasks
Attend all required health, safety and environmental training
Assist in investigating accidents/incidents where applicable
Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct

Join our team at ATS Test where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world.

ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world’s most successful companies. The ATS Test Division specializes in developing custom in-process and End-of-Line Test Systems to meet and exceed the customer’s needs. We are part of the Industrial Automation group with a strong focus on EV products including battery cell, module and pack leak and functional testing but also serve other industries including the Life Sciences group, Aerospace Industry, traditional automotive, specialty products and the growing Fuel Cell market.

ATS Test provides PC based solutions for complex test systems that need high accuracy, high data collection and advanced analysis. Our core competencies include electrical functional testing, electro-mechanical testing, pneumatic and hydraulic leak and flow testing.

Why should you join ATS Industrial Automation?

Be a part of an engaged, empowered and innovative global workforce
We offer a robust total rewards package- Competitive starting salaries, comprehensive health and dental benefits, overtime pay, employee bonus, RSP matching, Employee Share Purchase Program
We provide awesome work perks such as treat days, gourmet coffee and beverages, employee referral bonuses and lots more
We are intentional about your professional growth and development through internal career opportunities and our educational reimbursement program

The Compensation offered will be based on the local job market and may vary depending on factors such as the job-related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of these benefit plans will be provided when the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

This role represents an existing vacancy within the organization.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to personal disability. We would ask those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.

The ATS applicant tracking system may utilize AI software with pre‑defined, rule‑based filters to organize and manage application materials. Rule‑based filters operate solely on fixed criteria and do not perform autonomous evaluation or generate independent recommendations. All hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment.

If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.

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Responsibilities

Design and develop world-class automation solutions, including PLC and PC-based software, while leading project teams through schedules and budgets. The role involves integrating control software with electrical and mechanical systems and providing technical expertise during installation at customer sites.

Requirements

Requires a post-secondary degree in Mechatronics, Systems, Electrical, or Computer Engineering with over 5 years of PLC/HMI programming experience. Candidates must be proficient in Rockwell or Siemens platforms and have experience with SCADA, MES, and structured text languages.

Skills

PLC Programming
HMI Design
SCADA
MES
Rockwell Studio 5000
Siemens TIA Portal
Python
C#
Visual Basic
Robotics
Motion Control
Vision Systems
Shell Scripting
System Integration
Project Leadership
Reverse Engineering

Benefits

Annual Incentive Bonus
Stock Purchase Plan
Vacation
Health Care Benefits
Health Care Spending Account
Employee Engagement Events
Employee Development Programs
RSP Matching
Educational Reimbursement Program

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

PLC
HMI
SCADA
MES
Rockwell
Siemens
Studio 5000
TIA Portal
Python
C#
Visual Basic
Ignition
ATS SAMS
ATS Test Executive
Robotics
Motion Controllers
Vision Systems
Lasers
Mechatronics
Automation
Industrial Automation
System Integration
Ladder Logic
Shell Scripting
Just-In-Time
EV Products
Battery Testing
Functional Testing
Leak Testing
SAT

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