(Remote) Senior Software Developer

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education through technology? Join the dynamic team at SDS, a division of Harris, as a Senior Full Stack Developer. We are dedicated to maintaining and enhancing our enterprise solutions for the Canadian K-12 school board market, and we need your expertise to continue our mission.

At Harris, we pride ourselves on our people-first culture, fostering a supportive and community-like environment where every team member is valued. As a Senior Full Stack Developer, you will be instrumental in driving continuous improvement and innovation. You will have the opportunity to mentor junior team members, sharing your knowledge and experience to help them grow.

We are looking for a candidate with over 5 years of software development experience, proficient in .NET C# and JavaScript frontend frameworks. Strong communication skills and a commitment to exceptional customer service are essential. You should have a thorough understanding of software design and the ability to perform under pressure.

Join us and become part of a team that is not only committed to excellence but also to the personal and professional growth of its members. At Harris, continuous learning and development are at the heart of our ethos, ensuring that you have the tools and support to succeed and thrive in your role. 

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the education sector while being part of a vibrant, collaborative, and innovative community, apply now and take the next step in your career with Harris.

• Office:  Burnaby BC or Remote (Canada) 
• Hours of Work:  8:00am to 4:30pm Pacific Time. Additional hours as required to resolve critical production issues. 
• Reports To:  Manager, Research and Development

This remote role welcomes candidates anywhere in Canada and requires working in the PST timezone. Travel is needed 1-2 times per year for team events at the Burnaby, BC office. 

What your impact will be:

• Write and maintain application code that meets software requirements and design specifications. 

• Analyze code and implement fixes for software bugs. 

• Perform unit, integration, regression, and system testing as required. 

• Review code for technical accuracy, standards, and functional compliance to the requirements. 

• Apply best practices and company standards, such as configuration management and version control. 

• Provide Level 3 application and technical support for the SDS applications. 

• Mentor junior team members with coaching, advice, and feedback. 

• Work within deadlines in relation to product release timelines, and consistently complete assigned development tasks in required timeframes. 

• Recommend and implement improvements to development methodology, processes, and tools. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

What we are looking for:

• University degree/diploma in Information Technology or equivalent experience. 

• 5+ years of software development experience. 

• Proficiency in .NET C# and JavaScript frontend frameworks. 

• Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and data modeling. 

• Experience troubleshooting and debugging production environments. 

• Experience mentoring junior developers. 

• Strong understanding of software design and architecture. 

• Ability to translate Product Requirements into Technical Requirements. 

• Familiarity with Jira and Confluence. 

• Understanding of agile development practices. 

• Awareness of security best practices in the context of software development. 

• Ability to work well and deliver under pressure in a fast-paced small team environment. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

What would make you stand out:

• Proficiency in ASP.NET Core and Vue.js. 

• Prior experience with ERP software – Financial and/or Human Resources/Payroll. 

• Use of 4GL programming languages. 

• Experience with GitLab Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment. 

• Experience developing, deploying, and supporting containerized applications in Microsoft Azure. 

What we can offer:

• 3 weeks’ vacation and 5 personal days
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits starting from your first day of employment
• Employee stock ownership and RRSP/401k matching programs
• Lifestyle rewards
• Remote work and more!

Salary: 85-100K

About SDS:

Founded in 1987 and welcomed to the Harris family in 2010, School District Systems (SDS) is a Canadian owned and operated company specializing in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions for Canadian K-12 school boards. SDS was founded in 1987 to build a customized ERP system that could address the unique challenges and requirements of Canadian school districts. A comprehensive and integrated ERP system that covers the financial, payroll, and human resources functions, the SDS solution is currently deployed by 40 school districts across five provinces in Canada. SDS is dedicated to our school boards’ success and is committed to provide industry-leading customer support and service.

About Harris:

Harris is a leading provider of mission critical software to the public sector in North America. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc. (“CSI”, symbol CSU on the TSX), Harris has become the cornerstone for CSI’s investment in utility, local government, school districts, public safety, and healthcare software verticals. Our success has been realized through investments in our proprietary software and market expertise. This focus, combined with acquiring businesses that build upon or complement our offerings, has helped drive our success. Harris will continue to growth through reinvestment – both in the people and products that we offer and making investments in acquiring new businesses.

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