Job Description

Software Development Engineer

Duration:

11-Month Onsite Contract

Location:

Downtown Vancouver, BC

Join a diverse, high-impact engineering team



This is not your average contract gig. You'll be stepping into a pivotal role where your work directly contributes to the deprecation of a legacy software framework that once powered critical updates across a major global tech ecosystem. The technical challenges are rare and rewarding--think of it as part archaeology, part innovation.

Unique Technical Challenges: Replace and retire foundational systems used company-wide Impactful Engineering: Your work will shape how future systems are built and maintained Diverse Team Culture: Collaborative, inclusive, and driven by shared goals--not egos Career-Defining Experience: Exposure to large-scale systems and release engineering Build While You Unbuild: Help deprecate legacy software while maintaining critical services

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking a self-driven Software Development Engineer who thrives in independent roles and doesn't wait for permission to solve problems. You'll be expected to deliver results, think big, and take initiative to unblock yourself when needed.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent technical field. 3-5 years of relevant software development experience. Strong communication and organizational skills.

Preferred coding experience in:

Perl, C/C++, Java Mason, Perl CGI, Oracle SQL, HTML UNIX/Linux environments

Disqualifiers:

Candidates requiring extensive onboarding or hand-holding. Lack of experience working independently on complex systems.

What Makes a Candidate Stand Out

Experience working with large, complex systems Prior experience in high-scale tech environments (not required but appreciated) Demonstrated ability to deliver results in ambiguous or evolving technical landscapes A bias for action and a mindset geared toward ownership and accountability

Performance Indicators

Timely delivery of key features and deprecation milestones Proactive problem-solving Clear, professional communication across teams Contributions to security and stability of replacement services

Team Culture

Our client is a tight-knit, mission-driven team that values curiosity, autonomy, and mutual respect. They celebrate diverse perspectives and believe that great ideas come from everywhere. You'll be surrounded by engineers who care deeply about their craft and each other.



Ready to take on a role that blends legacy system deconstruction with forward-thinking engineering? Apply now and be part of something truly transformative.

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