Job Description

Software Engineer (Mobile App & Backend) - Leak Detection & Mitigation

Location: Burlington, Ontario (in-office, 3-4 days per week)

Contract: 3-month contract to start, with potential for extension

Company: Econet Controls - Manufacturer of leak detection and prevention devices

What You'll Do

Mobile App Development: Build on and maintain s cross-platform app using Flutter for iOS and Android.

Backend & API Development: Continue work on design, implementation, and maintenance of APIs for device/app communications.

IoT Integration: Work with MQTT (Mosquitto) to support real-time device communications.

Database Management: Continue existing development and maintain database schemas using PostgreSQL.

App Deployment: Manage app submissions, updates, and compliance for Google Play and Apple App Store.

Collaboration: Work closely with hardware/firmware engineers to ensure smooth end-to-end system integration.

Documentation: Maintain clear and thorough technical documentation to support long-term scalability.

What We're Looking For

3-5 years of professional experience in software development.

Strong skills in Flutter app development.

Experience building and maintaining APIs and working with MQTT.

Knowledge of relational databases (Postgres preferred).

Familiarity with app store submission processes and requirements.

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice-to-Haves

Experience with ESP32 or other IoT hardware platforms.

Front-end web development.

Exposure to smart-home ecosystems (SmartThings, Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit).

Cloud deployment experience.

About Us

Econet Controls is a Canadian manufacturer of smart-home and property-protection products, including our flagship Bulldog "Just Works" automatic water shutoff system. We are growing our in-house team to expand our capabilities in app development and backend services.

We're looking for a motivated Software Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to help us bring our upgraded Bulldog Pro+ system to market and build the foundation for future smart-home integrations.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a small, focused team where your contributions have a direct impact.

Gain hands-on experience working at the intersection of mobile apps, IoT devices, and backend systems.

Help build technology that prevents costly water damage and protects homes, businesses, and communities.

Apply today and help us shape the future of smart leak detection and mitigation technology.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $75,000.00-$200,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person