Software development jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 6, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 3,966
Employers: 1,443

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $115,479Across 451 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $141,362Across 110 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $52.48Across 74 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 10%399 listings
Hybrid: 41%1,633 listings
On-site: 48%1,903 listings

Not specified: 1% (31 listings)

Employers hiring include Amazon (104), Genetec (62), Electronic Arts (50).

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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Software Engineer
Pine
Toronto, ON
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Staff Software Developer
Clio
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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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 Developer, Data Ingestion, Developer Framework
Kinaxis Inc.
Canada
- Full-time
Added 24 days ago
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AI Software Engineer
SS&C Technologies
Toronto, ON · Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Added 3 months ago
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Software Engineer
Mycroft
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
Added 2 months ago
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Java Backend Developer
LTM
ON · Ontario, Canada
- $90,000 to $125,000 USD / year
- Full-time
At least 6 to 7 years of software development experience
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Lead Backend Developer
Movable Ink
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We’re looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join our team in a b
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Senior Software Developer 2
D2L
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
Added 3 months ago
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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
Added 1 month ago
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Intermediate Software Developer
Quarterhill
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
The Intermediate Software Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications. This role involves working closely with senior developers,…
Added 2 months ago
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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
Added 2 months ago
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Senior Software Developer
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Added 3 months ago
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Concepteur Web
The Home Depot Canada
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Added 2 months ago
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Staff Software Engineer - Full Stack (Bangkok based, Relocation provided)
Agoda
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Added 2 months ago
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Java Backend Developer
LTM
ON · Ontario, Canada
- $85,000 to $120,000 USD / year
- Full-time
Added 2 months ago
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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…
Added 2 months ago
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Senior Full-Stack Developer (AI Systems)
Briidge
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
Added 2 months ago
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Junior/Intermediate Full Stack Developer, Java/Angular - 6 Month Contract - 19286
LRO Staffing
Ottawa, ON
- Contract
Added 2 months ago
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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…
Added 2 months ago
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Staff Software Engineer
Ritchie Bros.
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Added 1 month ago
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…

IBM

Intermediate Software Developer

Ottawa, ON, Canada

$91,200 to $136,800 CAD / year · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $91,200 to $136,800 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Experience: 5+ years of programming experience, including low-level systems development
Posting language: English
Posted: Jul 22, 2026

Original job description

Introduction

A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.

Your Role And Responsibilities

As an Application Developer, you will develop, support, and maintain applications.

Your Primary Responsibilities Will Include

Develop and Maintain Applications: Develop, support, and maintain applications development platforms such as C, C++, and Python, ensuring high-quality solutions that meet client needs.
Analyze and Resolve Issues: Utilize expertise in technologies to analyze and resolve issues, providing timely and effective solutions to ensure minimal disruption to clients.
Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement solutions, providing technical guidance and support to ensure successful project outcomes.
Implement Solutions: Implement solutions that meet client needs, and high-quality results.

Preferred Education

Master's Degree

Pre Requirements

Required technical and professional expertise

Government of Canada Security Clearance is a requirement for this role. You must be eligible to obtain Secret, NATO and Controlled Goods Clearances

Must be either a Canadian Citizen or Canadian Permanent Resident
Must have resided in Canada for a minimum of 10 consecutive years, without leaving Canada (for any reason) for more than 30 days at a time OR traveling abroad to any non-NATO countries for any period.
Must have a clean criminal and credit history

This role involves examination, possession or transfer of controlled goods and technology as defined under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and ITAR data/technology. To be eligible for employment in this role, you must be a Canadian citizen or Canadian Permanent Resident.  Canadian citizens and permanent residents must be security assessed under the Canadian controlled goods program. If you hold dual or third nationality, in addition to being either a Canadian citizen or Canadian Permanent Resident the nationality must be from one of the following countries in order to be eligible for employment in this role: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom, United States of America. All applicants will also be required to undergo an additional security assessment conducted by an IBM designated Controlled Goods Program official as a condition of employment.

This role is onsite in Ottawa, Ontario only.

Requirements

Required Professional and Technical Capabilities

5+ years of programming experience, including low-level systems development
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
Strong understanding of bitwise operations and memory management
Solid knowledge of networking and communication protocols
Experience with system integration and interoperability, bridging legacy and modern technologies
Hands-on experience with middleware development, including:
Event brokers
Service mesh / event mesh architectures
Ability to lead and mentor small teams (5–7 members):
Estimate level of effort (LOE) for tasks and projects
Provide technical guidance to less experienced developers
Manage and track team tasks effectively
Prioritize work in dynamic environments
Demonstrated self-motivation and autonomy in delivering results
Ability to lead and contribute to the development of technical designs and documentation
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Commitment to quality control and continuous improvement practices
Experience reviewing and evaluating solutions developed by internal teams or third-party vendors
Strong continuous learning mindset and adaptability

Technical Skills & Experience

Knowledge of event-driven and publish–subscribe architectures
Familiarity with system engineering principles and best practices
Understanding of interoperability standards and integration methods
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows
Knowledge of design principles, software engineering processes (i.e. SOLID, DRY), and the Software Development Cycle (SDLC).
Experience with low-level engineering (e.g. Device drive development)

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

Nice to Have Capabilities:

Experience working in the Defence Industry or on defence-related systems
Possession of, or eligibility for, Canadian Security Clearance
Experience with Ada or other strongly typed programming languages
Familiarity with AI-assisted coding tools and modern development workflows (e.g., code generation, and automation)

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Responsibilities

Develop, support, and maintain high-quality applications using C, C++, and Python while resolving technical issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design solutions and provide technical leadership to small development teams.

Requirements

Requires over 5 years of programming experience with expertise in low-level systems, C/C++, and Python. Candidates must meet strict Canadian security clearance requirements and be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

Skills

C
C++
Python
Low-level systems development
Bitwise operations
Memory management
Networking protocols
System integration
Middleware development
Event brokers
Service mesh
Agile
Scrum
CI/CD
DevOps
SDLC

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Keywords

C
C++
Python
Low-level engineering
Middleware
Event-driven architecture
Publish-subscribe
System engineering
Interoperability
Agile
Scrum
CI/CD
DevOps
SOLID
DRY
SDLC
Device driver development
Ada
AI-assisted coding
Security Clearance
Controlled Goods Program
ITAR
Hybrid cloud
AI

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