Senior Software Developer

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We’re not looking for your typical behind-the-scenes developer.

At Calian, we're building

MaestroEDE —a cloud-native, AI-powered exercise management platform used to improve the readiness of defence organizations—and we need a

Senior Software Developer

who’s as comfortable at the keyboard as they are in a conversation. If you’re a hands-on builder and a confident communicator who thrives in collaborative environments, this is your chance to shape a product that supports high-stakes training missions.

You’ll report directly to our Director of Emerging Technologies, work in a tight-knit team, and have real influence from day one. While this is a hybrid role based in Ottawa, we’re open to remote candidates across Canada who bring the right energy, skill, and presence.

Calian was recently recognized by

TIME Magazine

as one of Canada’s Best Companies (2025) and ranked #37 on

Forbes’

list of Best Employers for Company Culture. This is a place where culture isn’t just a buzzword—it’s built daily by people who show up with integrity, creativity, and commitment.

Responsibilities

Deploy and secure applications in Linux-based, containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)

Build and optimize databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)

Own DevOps practices—CI / CD, observability, security, and automated testing

Translate complex technical work into clear, engaging updates for stakeholders

Collaborate with product managers, military SMEs, and internal teams to co-create solutions

Prototype AI integrations using tools like OpenAI or Hugging Face

Participate in meetings, give demos, and confidently represent development progress to varied audiences

Support mentoring of junior developers and contribute to team best practices

Qualifications

Post-secondary diploma or degree in computer science or related field

5+ years of experience in full-stack development

Proficient in cloud-native environments with Docker, Kubernetes, and major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Strong communicator—able to explain ideas, host discussions, and connect with users

Skilled in CI / CD tooling, Git workflows, and database performance optimization

Comfortable taking initiative and balancing hands-on technical work with people-oriented collaboration

Bonus :

Experience with AI, defence applications, or user-facing product development

Additional Requirements

Must be eligible to work in Canada

Preference for candidates based in Ottawa or within commuting distance (hybrid)

Remote work considered for the right candidate

Travel may be required, including international travel

A background check will be required, and the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Level II (Secret) security clearance

Who Thrives Here?

The best fit for this role is equal parts builder and bridge—someone who writes clean, scalable code but also leans into dialogue, demos, and user discovery. You’ll thrive here if you :

Like working in a small, high-impact team

Enjoy explaining “how it works” to non-devs

Are curious about how your work connects to real-world outcomes

Want to help define not just what gets built—but why

Let’s Build Something Bigger Than Code

At Calian, you’ll help shape a defence-grade, AI-enabled platform—and do it in a workplace recognized for exceptional culture, collaboration, and growth.

Apply now and help us reimagine how technology supports Canada’s mission-critical training.

Job Title : Senior Software Developer

Requisition Number : 1946

Date : July, 18, 2025

Remote : Hybrid

Business Unit : Corporate

Department : Information Systems & Information Technology

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