(Remote) Software Engineer

About the position

At SmartWorks, a division of Harris, we are passionate about driving innovation in the utility industry. We are seeking talented software developers, designers, and architects who are eager to contribute to cutting-edge products and solutions. As a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on enhancing our existing products with a keen focus on customer requirements and quality. What sets SmartWorks apart is our commitment to a people-first culture. We believe in fostering a supportive and community-like environment where every team member feels valued and empowered. Our remote workforce spans across the US and Canada, with our main office located in Ottawa, Ontario. This flexibility allows you to work from the comfort of your home while still being connected to a dynamic team. We highly value clear and concise communication, and we strive to build a positive and enjoyable workplace. At SmartWorks, continuous learning and professional growth are not just encouraged but ingrained in our culture. You will have access to a wealth of resources and opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.

Responsibilities

• Implement product designs by programming in a variety of languages and using a variety of technologies
• Work with Development Team Lead to define appropriate estimates and communicate development progress
• Assist with software maintenance tasks assigned to the team - bug fixes, customer-driven feature development, etc.
• Collaborate with the R&D team on development methodology, processes, and associated tools
• Assist Support and Professional Services groups with design reviews and escalated issues
• Learn, practice and promote best practices to ensure a high level of quality within the team

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a software development role
• University degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field
• Working experience in Web based applications with database, algorithms, data structures & object oriented programming
• Working experience programming with JAVA, J2EE and related technologies (JSP, JDBC, JUnit)
• Experience building web-based user interfaces with JavaScript, HTML5
• Experience working with Oracle and PL/SQL or equivalent experience on a similar database
• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills and experience with Agile methodologies
• Experience with both Windows and Linux Operating Systems
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English are a requirement
• Expertise in software development methodologies and best practices
• Positive attitude is a must

Nice-to-haves

• CI-CD Pipeline Experience an asset
• Microservice Architecture Experience an asset

Benefits

• 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!