Senior Software Developer
Baird & Associates•Oakville, ON
•Hybrid
About The Position
We’re looking for a Senior Software Developer who thrives on building practical, scalable solutions that make day-to-day work better for teams across an organization. In this role, you’ll design and deliver custom applications, modernize existing systems, and help shape the digital tools that power internal operations and client-facing platforms. This is an opportunity to take ownership of meaningful projects, collaborate across departments, and contribute to forward-looking technology initiatives including data platforms and AI/ML-enabled systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in computer science, software engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Formal training and certifications in computer programming.
- At least 6 years of professional experience in full-stack software development, preferably with a focus on internal business tools and automation.
- Proven success in independently managing the end-to-end development lifecycle for at least 2–3 major internal projects.
- Demonstrated ability to translate non-technical operational needs into functional technical specifications.
- Relational database design and implementation, SQL query, REST API design and implementation.
- Linux server configuration, shell scripting, Postfix, Dovecot, Apache, and WordPress configuration.
- Python, Django, Streamlit, Highcharts, Leaflet.
- HTML, PHP, JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS.
- Experience with front-end libraries and frameworks (jQuery, React, Vue, Angular).
- Website and application user-interface design.
- Familiarity with version control systems (Git, Mercurial, Subversion).
- Strong problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills.
- Current, unrestricted authorization to work in Canada for the duration of employment.
- Willing and able to work from our Oakville or Ottawa office locations three days a week (Tue-Thur).
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain custom web applications that streamline business operations and improve workflow efficiency (e.g., resource allocation, knowledge management, project/proposal tracking).
- Build intuitive front-end interfaces and robust backend frameworks for internal systems such as HRIS tools, CRM platforms, and operational dashboards.
- Develop and enhance reporting tools that provide actionable insights to HR, Finance, Sales, and other teams.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade legacy applications to ensure reliability, performance, and scalability.
- Automate manual processes through scripts, services, and microservices to increase productivity across departments.
- Ensure data integrity, security best practices, and compliance for internal databases.
- Contribute to the design and development of web and map-based data servers, software catalogs, AI/ML systems, and data portals.
- Support deployment and configuration of externally facing web-based servers, including backend frameworks and front-end UI design.
- Maintain and enhance the company’s public website.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, analyze business needs, and translate them into clear technical specifications.
- Document system architecture, workflows, and user guides to support knowledge sharing and long-term maintainability.
- Research and recommend emerging technologies, tools, and best practices to strengthen internal systems and processes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
