Software development jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 3, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 3,968
Employers: 1,454

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $114,486Across 460 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $140,456Across 112 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $52.59Across 74 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 10%392 listings
Hybrid: 41%1,626 listings
On-site: 48%1,917 listings

Not specified: 1% (33 listings)

Employers hiring include Amazon (108), Genetec (62), Electronic Arts (47).

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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Senior Software Engineer
Generac Power Systems
Toronto, ON · Canada - Toronto
- Full-time
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Junior Web Designer & OTA Coordinator
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Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Software Engineer
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Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Senior Software Engineer - AI / ML
CyberCoders
Canada
- Full-time
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Montreal, QC
- $65,000 to $115,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Intermediate Backend Developer (Integration)
Robertson & Company Ltd.
Toronto, ON
- Contract
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Software Engineering Intern - Vehicle Controls (January - August 2027)
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Remote, Canada
- $30 to $33.75 CAD / hour
- Internship
- Remote
…vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the…
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Software Development Engineer, Tax Engine
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Vancouver, BC
…passionate about building highly scalable and reliable systems or a software developer who likes to solve business problems, Amazon Tax Platform Services is the place for…
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Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Ottawa, ON
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Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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QNX Senior Systems Software Developer
BlackBerry QNX
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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Toronto, ON
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- Full-time
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Sherwood Park, AB
- $80,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Toronto, ON
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- $48 to $50 CAD / hour
- Contract
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Distributed Software Engineer
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Remote, Canada
- Full-time
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Senior Software Engineer
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- Full-time
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Lightwell Learning Society

Senior Software Developer

Vancouver, BC, V5M 1Z8, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Apr 6, 2026

Original job description

Organization Overview

Learn. Develop. Succeed. is a growing, innovative, research-based, educational nonprofit charity serving children, youth, and adults with diagnosed or suspected learning differences such as dyslexia and dyscalculia, as well as other brain-based differences like ADHD and ASD.

We offer individualized, evidence-based, and technology-enabled programs tailored to student-specific learning needs. Our services are delivered live online across Canada, at our Learning Centres in East Vancouver and North Vancouver, in schools, and through Access - our mobile classroom.

We are a diverse, mission-driven team of scientists, educators, and developers working together to create meaningful change in the lives of learners, families, and communities.

Learn more about our mission and impact here: https://ldsociety.ca/

Purpose of Position

The Senior Full Stack Engineer – Platform & AI Systems will play a key role in building our PEAK platform as part of our RISE Next Generation AI initiative.

PEAK powers a growing ecosystem of AI-enabled learning tools that deliver personalized, scalable support for learners. In this role, you’ll build real-world systems used by educators and students, combining full-stack engineering with emerging AI capabilities.

This is a high-autonomy role for someone who thrives on ownership and delivering end-to-end solutions in a live production environment.

You will:

Build and ship features across the full stack (DB → backend → frontend)
Use AI-assisted workflows to accelerate development
Design AI-driven systems (eg. matching, automation)
Collaborate in a small, high-trust team shaping the platform

Principal Roles and Responsibilities

Own and deliver full-stack features and systems end-to-end (PostgreSQL → Django → Next.js/React)

Independently scope, plan, and execute larger engineering projects in a live system

Actively use and improve agentic coding workflows to design, build, and iterate on features

Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to translate needs into effective solutions

Contribute to system architecture decisions and continuous platform improvement

Ensure high-quality implementations through testing, debugging, and thoughtful design

Contribute to intuitive, accessible, and well-designed user experiences

Document systems and decisions clearly to support team scalability

Participate in technical planning, prioritization, and roadmap discussions

Competencies

Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English required)

Strong ability to work independently with high accountability

Clear sense of ownership and pride in delivering complete, reliable solutions

Collaborative and respectful team orientation

Comfort working with diverse stakeholders, including educators and support staff

Strong organizational and project planning skills

Thoughtful, structured approach to problem-solving

Alignment with the organization’s mission and values

Technical Experience

Strong experience in full-stack web development (typically 4+ years or equivalent)

Proficiency in:

Python (Django or similar backend frameworks)

JavaScript/TypeScript (React, Next.js or similar)

Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred)

Experience designing and consuming REST APIs

Strong familiarity with Git-based workflows

Strong enthusiasm working with AI-assisted or agentic development workflows (e.g., GitHub Copilot, multi-step agent workflows, prompt-driven development)

Assets (nice to haves)

Experience building or integrating applications using LLM APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Claude)

Exposure to machine learning concepts or workflows (e.g., recommender systems, matching algorithms, model training)

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows

Familiarity with cloud or server infrastructure
Ability to independently structure and deliver complex engineering projects

Qualifications and Requirements

Undergraduate degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field

5+ years related work experience
Proven experience delivering production-ready systems with real users
Eligibility to work in Canada
Criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening

Strong alignment with LDS’ mission and values

Start date: As soon as possible

Reports to: Senior Manager, Technology

Hours of work: 40 working hours per week, Monday to Friday

Approximate schedule could be anywhere from 8:30/10:30 - 4:30/6:30 PST

Remuneration and Benefits

$68,000 to $78,000 per year, based on experience and 40-hour work week

Financial support for relocation available
$1,000 RRSP contribution (2026)
Paid vacation commensurate with experience, plus paid office closure from December 25 - Jan 1 each year
Extended health, dental, and insurance benefits after 3 months
Neuro-affirming and inclusive workspace
Collaborative, values-driven team environment
Opportunities for professional development and growth

LDS Is proud to be a Certified Living Wage Employer in BC!

Location: Vancouver, BC, hybrid work from home available after probationary period (with potential of early hybrid start over summer)

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Equity: LDS is committed to employment equity and believes that a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve strengthens our ability to achieve our mission. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, abilities, and a range of life experiences to apply.

How to apply: Please apply directly through our careers page https://ldsociety.ca/careers/.

In lieu of a cover letter, we ask that you answer 5-6 questions. Each answer should be 3-4 sentences. There is no need to be overly formal with your answers; we are more interested in your thoughts than a certain writing style.

For any questions about the job posting, or if you need an accommodation to apply, please contact careers@ldsociety.ca

Applications will be considered as received. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest. We look forward to hearing from you.

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More about this job

Responsibilities

The Senior Full Stack Engineer will own and deliver end-to-end features for the PEAK platform, integrating AI-driven systems and backend-to-frontend workflows. They will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design scalable, accessible, and high-quality educational tools.

Requirements

Candidates must have an undergraduate degree in computer science or a related field and at least 5 years of relevant work experience. Proficiency in Python, Django, React, and PostgreSQL is required, along with eligibility to work in Canada.

Skills

Python
Django
JavaScript
TypeScript
React
Next.js
PostgreSQL
REST APIs
Git
AI-assisted development
Full-stack development
System architecture
Cloud infrastructure
CI/CD
Machine learning

Benefits

RRSP contribution
Paid vacation
Extended health benefits
Dental benefits
Insurance benefits
Professional development
Relocation support

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Full Stack
Python
Django
JavaScript
TypeScript
React
Next.js
PostgreSQL
REST APIs
Git
AI
LLM
Machine Learning
CI/CD
Cloud
Software Development
Nonprofit
Education
Accessibility
System Architecture
Agentic Workflows
GitHub Copilot
Recommender Systems
Deployment
Infrastructure

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