OPEN: Technical Specialist – Software Development

We are currently requesting resumes for the following position: Technical Specialist

Resume Due Date: Friday, July 3rd, (5:00PM EST)

Job# 26-

Number of Vacancies: 1

Level: MP5

Duration: 36 months

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Location: CHQ, Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, ON

Work Mode: Hybrid – 2 days remote per week

Hourly Rate: $90-95

Job Overview

• Technical Specialist role focused is on elevating engineering excellence, driving technical strategy, and influencing software development practices for one or more teams.
• This role involves mentoring engineers, defining architectural direction, and collaborating with stakeholders to align technology with business objectives.
• Drive engineering excellence by leading system design and architecture decisions, resulting in robust and scalable technical solutions.
• Enhance team performance and software quality by mentoring engineers to improve their technical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
• Elevate development quality and security by advocating for and implementing standards and best practices across teams, leading to consistent and secure software delivery.
• Align technical solutions with business objectives by collaborating with leadership and stakeholders, fostering innovation and strategic growth.
• Strengthen engineering culture by sharing knowledge and fostering cross-team collaboration, contributing to organization-wide technical strategies and improved team synergy.
• Accelerate software development capabilities by evaluating and implementing new technologies, enhancing efficiency and innovation.
• 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.

Qualifications

• This knowledge is considered to be normally acquired through the completion of 4 years of university in computer science, software engineering or a related field.
• Experience – Requires relevant experience in software development and leadership. Proven ability to mentor engineers, improve team performance, and drive technical excellence. Strong expertise in system architecture, design patterns, and cloud technologies.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and modern software development workflows.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of influencing technical direction across teams.
• A period of over 6 years and up to and including 8 years is considered necessary to gain this experience.

Our client is dedicated to promoting employment equity and encourages applications from equity-seeking communities including but not limited to: Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, and women. Our client aims to build a diverse team that reflects the communities it serves, enhancing its ability to meet their needs. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible work environment and invites all qualified individuals to apply, offering accommodations during the application, interview and onboarding process as needed. This effort supports our client’s long-term strategy for equity, diversity, and inclusion.

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.