Software engineer jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 8, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,185
Employers: 894

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $126,525Across 271 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $156,757Across 83 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $51.17Across 29 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 12%262 listings
Hybrid: 41%901 listings
On-site: 46%997 listings

Not specified: 1% (25 listings)

Employers hiring include Amazon (95), Arista Networks (44), Okta (41).

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 engineer jobs in Canada

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Ingénieur Principal – Analogique/Mixte (Responsable Technique IP) / Principal Engineer - Analog/Mixed-Signal (IP Technical Lead)
Microchip Technology Inc.
Montreal, QC · Burnaby, BC · Canada - Montreal
- Full-time
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Java Software Engineer
Genpact
Calgary, AB
- $65,000 to $70,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Senior Software Engineer
Clutch
Toronto, ON
- $160,000 to $200,000 USD / year
- Full-time
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Staff Software Engineer
Clutch
Toronto, ON
- $205,000 USD / year
- Full-time
Our engineers don't just write code, they own outcomes. As a Staff Engineer, you'll extend that ownership beyond your own projects, working across teams to raise the technical bar, shape…
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Staff Software Engineer - Front End (Bangkok based, Relocation provided)
Agoda
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Software Development Engineer, S3 Index Control Plane
Amazon
Vancouver, BC
…of objects in storage, retrieving them in sub-x ms, building software that deploys to tens of thousands of hosts, building applications serving billions of transactions per second,…
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Software Engineer
Pine
Toronto, ON
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Software Engineer - Canada
OCLC
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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SDET III (IC3) - Software Engineer in Test III
Emburse
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Emburse is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join our engineering team. In this role, you will bridge the gap between software…
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Senior SDET (IC4) - Senior Software Engineer in Test
Emburse
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Emburse is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join our engineering team. In this role, you will bridge the gap between software…
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Software Engineer
Mycroft
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
That tension is the job. We're looking for a full-stack engineer who can move quickly without leaving a mess behind - someone who owns
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Senior Software Engineer (Python)
Varonis
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Senior Software Engineer – Secure AI Platform (Vancouver, On-Site)
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Lead Software Engineer - Full Stack (Bangkok based, relocation provided)
Agoda
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Staff Software Engineer
Capital One
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
161 Bay Street (93021), Canada, Toronto,Toronto, Ontario,Senior Staff Software Engineer
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Staff Software Engineer - Full Stack (Bangkok based, Relocation provided)
Agoda
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack)
O2E Brands
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
1-800-GOT-JUNK? is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack) to join our Product & Technology team in Vancouver or Toronto. You will sit on the Omni Channel Product Team, building…
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Software Engineer
Magnet Forensics
Canada
- Full-time
We're looking for Software Engineers to join our team and help build Magnet One - a cloud-based platform that brings together digital forensic tools, case management, evidence storage, and…
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Staff Software Engineer
Ritchie Bros.
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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Principal Software Engineer (Agentic Integration)
Black Duck Software, Inc.
Calgary, AB
Black Duck Software, Inc. helps organizations build secure, high-quality software, minimizing risks while maximizing speed and productivity. Black Duck, a recognized pioneer in application…
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Senior Software Engineer (AI & Full Stack)
Fable
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
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Senior Software Engineer (Data/Backend)
Blackpoint Cyber
Remote, Canada
- $131,000 to $164,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
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Senior Controls Systems Software Designer
ATS Automation
ON · Woodbridge, ON
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Software Engineer – Margin Technology - Officer
Citi
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance – we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do…
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Senior Software Engineer C# .NET
Prophix
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
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Cloud Architect
High Tech Genesis
Lasalle, ON
- Contract

Hays

Java Software Engineer

Toronto, ON, Canada

Contract

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Job details

Job type: Contract
Experience: 7 to 12 years of development experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Jul 23, 2026

Original job description

Job Title: Java Developer

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Duration: Contract

Rate: CAD$50-55/hr INC

Job Description/ Responsibilities

1. Backend Development & Coding

Develop, enhance, and maintain Java-based microservices and APIs.

Write clean, efficient, and reusable code following best practices and design patterns.

Build and optimise RESTful APIs aligned with OpenAPI specifications.

Refactor legacy components for improved performance and maintainability.

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2. System Design & Architecture

Design scalable, fault-tolerant backend systems to support large-scale user traffic.

Participate in architecture discussions and propose backend solutions aligned with enterprise standards.

Ensure code adheres to modular, reusable, and cloud-native design principles.

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3. Cloud & Containerisation

Develop and deploy services on cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or OpenShift.

Work with Docker and Kubernetes for containerisation and orchestration.

Ensure high availability, scalability, and resiliency of backend systems.

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4. CI/CD & DevOps Contribution

Integrate backend services into CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.

Automate build, testing, and deployment processes.

Continuously improve deployment efficiency and reliability through automation.

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5. Testing & Quality Assurance

Write and maintain unit, integration, and functional tests.

Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and standards.

Ensure applications meet performance, security, and compliance requirements.

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6. AI-Assisted Development & Productivity

Leverage AI tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar to accelerate development and improve code quality.

Use automation tools to enhance development velocity and reduce manual effort.

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7. Monitoring & Production Support

Monitor application performance using tools like Splunk or Dynatrace.

Troubleshoot production issues and ensure system stability.

Participate in on-call rotation for critical application support.

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8. Collaboration & Agile Practices

Work closely with product owners, architects, and cross-functional teams.

Participate in Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews).

Translate functional requirements into technical backend solutions.

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9. Documentation & Knowledge Sharing

Maintain technical documentation for APIs, services, and workflows.

Share best practices and mentor junior engineers when required.

What are the top 3 skills required for this role?

7 to 12 years of development experience.

Java (Spring Boot, REST API, Microservices architecture)

CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Docker & Kubernetes)

Cloud experience (AWS / Azure / OpenShift)

Gen AI tools

Frontend : Angular (Good to have)

Additional Information:

Team size, direct reports, key deliverables, unique selling points, additional qualifications, team culture etc.

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Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and optimize Java-based microservices and RESTful APIs while designing scalable, cloud-native backend systems. Contribute to DevOps processes through CI/CD integration and ensure system stability via monitoring and production support.

Requirements

Requires 7 to 12 years of development experience with expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture. Candidates must be proficient in cloud platforms, containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Java
Spring Boot
REST API
Microservices Architecture
CI/CD
GitHub Actions
Docker
Kubernetes
AWS
Azure
OpenShift
Gen AI Tools
Splunk
Dynatrace
Angular
Agile

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Keywords

Java
Spring Boot
Microservices
REST API
OpenAPI
AWS
Azure
OpenShift
Docker
Kubernetes
CI/CD
GitHub Actions
Splunk
Dynatrace
Gen AI
GitHub Copilot
Agile
Unit Testing
Integration Testing
Angular
Backend Development
Cloud-native
Software Engineering

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