OPEN: Lead Software Engineer / Developer

We are currently requesting resumes for the following position: Lead Software Engineer / Developer

Resume Due Date: Wednesday, February 18th, 2026 (5:00PM EST)

Job ID: 25-198

Location: 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario

Work Mode: (Hybrid – 3 days remote per week)

Contract Duration: 12 Months

Hours: 35 hours/week

Level: Senior

Vacancies: 1

Employment Type: Incorporated Contractor

Hourly Rate: $90-$100

What You’ll Do:

• Lead system design and architecture decisions for new and existing applications.
• Mentor engineers, elevate team performance, and foster a culture of technical excellence.
• Implement coding standards, security best practices, and modern development workflows.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technology with business objectives.
• Drive new application development and modernization/refactoring of legacy systems.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and guide adoption of cloud-native and microservices architectures.
• Influence strategic direction by participating in discussions and providing technical expertise to leadership and stakeholders, ensuring informed decision-making.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities as needed to support organizational goals and initiatives.

Tech Stack & Tools:

• Languages & Frameworks: C#, .NET Core, Node.js, React, Angular, Python
• Cloud Platform: Azure (mandatory)
• Cloud Services & Certifications: GitHub Enterprise (GHE-900), Azure Associate Certification preferred
• Databases: MS SQL
• UX: Material UI, UI
• Architectural Patterns: Microservices, Serverless, Event-driven (near real-time), Monolithic (legacy)
• Design Approach: Domain Driven Design (DDD)
• CI/CD: Transitioning from Azure DevOps to GitHub Enterprise
• Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
• Monitoring: Dynatrace
• Security: Knowledge of PCI/HIPAA (nice to have)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 15-20 years of experience in full stack development and technical leadership.
• Proven ability to mentor teams and influence technical direction.
• Strong expertise in system architecture, design patterns, and cloud technologies.
• Experience with Agile, DevOps, and modern software workflows.
• Hands on multi-tech stack experience
• Strong in distributed system design
• Experience spent with on hands on coding and as tech lead
• Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional verbal and written communication.
• Collaborative team player with strong leadership traits.
• Ability to think outside the box and deliver innovative solutions.

Major Initiatives:

• New app development.
• Refactoring and retrofitting legacy systems.
• Driving modernization and cloud-native adoption.

CPUS Engineering employs artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its recruitment process to enhance efficiency and consistency. These tools may assist with activities such as application screening, candidate evaluation, and summarization of interview feedback.

AI-generated outputs are intended to supplement, not replace, human judgment. All final hiring decisions are made by qualified human decision-makers who exercise professional discretion in reviewing and assessing candidate information alongside any AI-generated insights.

CPUS Engineering ensures that the use of AI in recruitment complies with all applicable employment laws, human rights legislation, and privacy regulations. The organization is committed to maintaining fairness, transparency, and non-discrimination throughout the hiring process.