Application deadline: October 1, 2026, 12:00PM ET
Join the EDC Team!
At EDC, we support Canadian businesses to succeed globally. We provide the financial tools and expertise they need to explore new markets, reduce risks, all towards the goal of making Canada and the world better through trade.
Position: Senior Software Engineer (Level 18) – Platform & Integration
Employment Type: Permanent
Compensation Details:
- Software Engineer 18: Salaries typically range from $96,557 to $128,743 annually, based on qualifications and experiences, plus a performance-based incentive.
Location:
- Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment, with a current requirement of three days per week (subject to change).
- This role may be performed from EDC’s headquarters in Ottawa, or from a Community Hub in Toronto, Mississauga, Montreal, Laval, or Brossard.
- Relocation assistance is available for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.
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About EDC:
At Export Development Canada (EDC), we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a financial Crown corporation, we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets, mitigate risks, and achieve growth.
Why Join EDC?
- Comprehensive Benefits: EDC offers a competitive compensation & benefits package, work-life balance, & the opportunity to help make Canada and the world better through trade.
- Work-Life Balance: EDC offers a competitive compensation package & work-life balance. We have hybrid work options, 3 to 4 weeks paid vacation, a corporate closure period, summer early Friday’s & no meeting Fridays.
- Professional Development: Take advantage of our continuous learning opportunities, including training programs, workshops and language training.
- Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions employment equity & values diversity of ideas, strengths, & backgrounds to succeed.
- Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives, mental health support, and fitness programs to keep you healthy and happy.
- Community Engagement: Participate in volunteer opportunities and give back to the community through our various social responsibility programs.
Team Overview:
The Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS) group under the leadership of the Chief Information Officer was established in 2023 with the mission of empowering our customers and colleagues to take on the world, by seamlessly delivering secure and reliable digital experiences.
- Define, execute, and sustain the integrated technology target state and operations required to enable EDC’s 2030 business transformation.
- Establish and manage the rolling 3 Year Digital Roadmap.
- Keep pace with industry trends and emerging technologies.
- Lead integrated digital, data, infrastructure, and cybersecurity implementations.
The Senior Software Engineer will act as a technical decision owner within Risk & Corporate Services, responsible for designing, integrating, and governing platform-based solutions in a complex enterprise and increasingly AI-enabled delivery environment.
This role balances technical depth with system-level thinking, risk awareness, and leadership. It is accountable for ensuring that technology decisions are scalable, secure, and aligned with business and platform objectives while maintaining strong governance and human accountability over AI-assisted outputs.
The position supports the organization’s transition toward 2027 by ensuring that automation and AI-enabled capabilities are applied responsibly, with clear accountability, traceability, and alignment to enterprise standards and risk controls.
This role emphasizes orchestration, integration, and decision ownership rather than hands-on execution alone. Success is measured by system outcomes and resilience, not code volume.
What you will be doing:
- Solution Design & Platform Integration: Design and integrate solutions across enterprise platforms and services, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and alignment with EDC standards.
- Technical Decision Ownership: Own architectural integrity and integration decisions, evaluate technical trade-offs, and guide where automation versus human oversight is appropriate.
- AI-Enabled Delivery Governance: Ensure AI-enabled capabilities are implemented safely and responsibly, maintaining accountability for outputs.
- AI Output Validation: Review and validate AI-assisted code, designs, and workflows to ensure accuracy, reliability, and alignment with standards.
- Platform Engineering: Develop secure, scalable, and performant solutions including APIs, cloud-native components, and integrations.
- Quality & Risk Management: Ensure reliability, support defect resolution, and proactively manage risks and dependencies.
- Collaboration: Work with Architecture, QA, Business Analysts, and Delivery leadership to align design and execution.
- Leadership & Mentorship: Mentor engineers and contribute to technical direction and standards across teams.
What we are looking for:
- Post-secondary degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum of 7 years’ experience in software engineering or solution design.
- Strong system integration and platform experience.
- Experience designing and consuming REST APIs, managing versioned APIs, and OAuth authentication.
- Ability to evaluate technical trade-offs and manage risk.
- Experience reviewing AI-assisted outputs with sound technical judgment.
- Strong communication and technical leadership skills.
- Experience in complex enterprise environments.
What will make you stand out:
- Experience with AI-assisted development tools.
- Understanding of data security and governance.
- Experience in regulated environments.
- Bilingual in both official languages (English and French).
Eligibility:
EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. Internal applicants must also meet EDC's eligibility criteria for applying to internal opportunities. For more information, please refer to Section 2.1 in the Talent Acquisition Standard, available on LINK under the Resources tab in the Policies & Procedures section.
This position is open to individuals who meet all the essential criteria outlined above and submit their applications by the closing date. Ready to make a difference? This is your chance to join a dynamic, growing team and leave your mark on our organization, development finance, and the world.
Apply today!
Want to learn more about EDC? Check our website at https://www.edc.ca
EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity
Export Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities. At EDC, we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed, and be their truest selves.
We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the requirements. We thank all applicants' interest in a career at EDC; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that qualified candidates may be considered for similar roles at this level within EDC.
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