Software development jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 3, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 6,717
Employers: 1,997

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $113,063Across 691 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $55.79Across 249 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $148,402Across 147 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $59.84Across 23 listings
Average starting payCAD / month: $6,118Across 11 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 7%498 listings
Hybrid: 39%2,617 listings
On-site: 53%3,575 listings

Not specified: <1% (27 listings)

Employers hiring include S M Software Solutions Inc (248), Amazon (142), Electronic Arts (74).

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 Developer
dormakaba
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
dormakaba is seeking an experienced Software Developer based in Montreal, specializing in backend development with deep expertise in Node.js and TypeScript. The Software developer will be…
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Software Developer
PRI Engineering
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
…people. Rather than bend the business around off-the-shelf software, we build many of our own internal applications: business systems that run the firm, and technical tools that support our…
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Junior Software Developer
PRI Engineering
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Start your career building real software for a growing engineering firm
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Junior Software Developer
PRI Engineering
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Start your career building real software for a growing engineering firm
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2027 Spring Co-Op, Software Developer
Zimmer Biomet
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
…people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a…
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Game Modes Software Engineer - EA SPORTS™ NHL
EA SPORTS
Vancouver, BC
- Temporary
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Software Validation Technologist
Husky Technologies
Bolton, ON
- Full-time
Husky TechnologiesTM offers a wealth of opportunity for personal growth and development. Most important
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Senior Staff Software Engineer, Platform
Rippling
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Cloud Engineer
Manulife
Toronto, ON · Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Software Engineer - AI Oversight
OpenMined
Remote, Canada
- $126,000 to $160,000 USD / year
- Contract
- Remote
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Software Developer
Cisco
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Senior Software Engineer (G10) – Job Description
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Software Engineer in Test
Pacer Group
Toronto, ON
- $40 to $45 CAD / hour
- Contract
5+ years of relevant experience in Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, test automation, or software development.
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URGENT - Sr. Software Engineer (Machine Learning, .Net, Angular, Docker)
VTRAC Consulting Corporation (WBE)
Cambridge, ON · Greater Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo Metropolitan Area
- Contract
Position: Sr. Software Engineer (Machine Learning, .Net, Angular, Docker)
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Cloud Operations Engineer – Azure AKS Terraform (36170)
Myticas Consulting
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Software Engineer (Devops)
Electronic Arts
Vancouver, BC
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Backend developer with Java & Python
Pacer Group
Mississauga, ON
- $120,000 to $125,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Analyste programmeur React/.NET (intermédiaire)
SII Canada
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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C++ Software Developer (Open Interest)
Actalent
Ottawa, ON
- $45 to $65 CAD / hour
- Full-time
C++ Software Developer/Engineer Talent Network (Open Interest)
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AI Software Engineer
SS&C Technologies
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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AI Software Engineer
SS&C Technologies
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Full-Stack Developer – Resource Management System
MSCP Heat Management Solutions
Sherwood Park, AB
- Full-time
This is an independent role covering feature development, database maintenance, deployment, and production support.
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Senior Full Stack Software Engineer
True Talent Solutions Partners
Canada
- $200,000 to $275,000 USD / year
- Full-time
Join an AI and engineering software team building tools for designing physical systems. You will help improve the product experience and ship new capabilities as the team develops an…
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Full Stack Developer (Java/React) / Développeur(euse) full stack (Java/React)
Nöord Technologies
Montreal, QC
- Contract
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Software Engineer II
TD
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been…
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Astronomical Lead Software Developer
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time

University of Alberta

Astronomical Lead Software Developer

Edmonton, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 18, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

This competition is open to all applicants; however, internal applicants will be given priority consideration based on minimum qualifications, or a combination of experience, skills, and abilities before external applicants are considered.

This position has a term length of 3 years.

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

The staff member will join the research team building the Canadian Data-Intensive Astrophysics Platform (CanDIAPL; https://www.candiapl.ca/), an international, university-led team based in Canada. This manager will supervise the development of software infrastructure hosted on CanDIAPL servers operated with the Digital Research Alliance (Alliance; https://www.alliancecan.ca/) and the Institute for Data Intensive Astronomy (IDIA; https://idia.ac.za). This manager will act as lead software developer for the “Multi-Messenger Portal” component of CanDIAPL.

Primary tasks will include coordinating and overseeing software development activities at the University of Alberta, coordinating contributions with five other Canadian universities and international partners, developing uniform codebase through a central repository, and ensuring that all components are interoperable and meet scientific and technical specifications. The incumbent will also coordinate, prioritize and oversee the project's software milestones, feature requests and bug reports, and participate in the project’s management committee. Throughout this work, the incumbent will facilitate multi-site collaboration.

Responsibilities

(70%) Software Project Deployment

Analyzing, recommending, and designing highly complex software architecture;
Reconciling business requirements with information architecture needs for highly complex system integration;
Designing, testing, and modifying programming code;
Evaluating programming code to ensure it has validity, compatibility, and that it meets appropriate standards.

(30%) Team leadership

Leading and planning IT projects;
Developing project schedules including milestones, critical path, timelines, deliverables and reporting;
Coordinating tasks for projects and other strategic initiatives with stakeholders; and
Serving as an expert resource to a group of professionals in the speciality.

Qualifications

BSc in Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, or related field;
Minimum five (5) years of recent and related experience in software development and software product management;
Experience in managing and offering technical advice to a team of software developers;
Demonstrated capability to develop software in the programming languages required by the project (Python and C++);
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining interactive web applications using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, including experience with a modern front-end framework and integration with back-end APIs; and
Ability to translate complex scientific and technical requirements into intuitive, accessible, and responsive user interfaces, with attention to consistent navigation, visual presentation, and refinement through user feedback.

Application Instructions

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms - physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.

The Faculty of Science is internationally recognized for excellence in research and education. Through pioneering discovery and innovation, the faculty addresses global challenges across disciplines such as biology, chemistry, computing science, physics, mathematics, and earth sciences. Its work positions the university at the forefront of technological, environmental, and scientific advancement.

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Responsibilities

The incumbent will lead software development for the Multi-Messenger Portal, coordinating activities across multiple universities and international partners. They are responsible for designing complex software architecture, overseeing project milestones, and ensuring system interoperability.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of five years of recent experience in software development and product management is required, along with proficiency in Python, C++, and web technologies.

Skills

Software development
Software product management
Python
C++
JavaScript
HTML
CSS
Front-end framework
Back-end APIs
Software architecture
System integration
Project leadership
Technical advice
User interface design
Multi-site collaboration

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Astronomical
Software Developer
CanDIAPL
Astrophysics
Python
C++
JavaScript
HTML
CSS
Front-end
Back-end
API
Software Architecture
System Integration
Project Management
Multi-Messenger Portal
Data-Intensive
University of Alberta
Hybrid
Research
Infrastructure
Web Applications
User Interface
Technical Specifications
Codebase
Repository
IT Projects
Stakeholder Coordination

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