Sr Software Engineer

08-Jan-2026 Senior Software Engineer with AI First Canada, Calgary 10547BR Company Summary As the recognized global standard for project-based businesses, Deltek delivers software and information solutions to help organizations achieve their purpose. Our market leadership stems from the work of our diverse employees who are united by a passion for learning, growing and making a difference. At Deltek, we take immense pride in creating a balanced, values-driven environment, where every employee feels included and empowered to do their best work. Our employees put our core values into action daily, creating a one-of-a-kind culture that has been recognized globally. Thanks to our incredible team, Deltek has been named one of America's Best Midsize Employers by Forbes, a Best Place to Work by Glassdoor, a Top Workplace by The Washington Post and a Best Place to Work in Asia by World HRD Congress. www.deltek.com Position Responsibilities Core Responsibilities:Design, develop, and ship product features end-to-end—spanning UI components, RESTful APIs, and cloud infrastructure—with increasing autonomy and technical ownershipArchitect and implement scalable, highly available systems using Amazon Web Services, Docker, and TerraformEstablish and maintain software quality through robust CI/CD pipelines, comprehensive test automation, and code quality standardsInvestigate and resolve production issues, conducting thorough root cause analysis and implementing preventive solutions and performance optimizationsApply system design patterns including microservice architecture and serverless computing to build solutions that scale to millions of usersParticipate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and sprint planning to drive technical excellence across the teamAI-Powered Development:Integrate GenAI tools like Anthropic Claude into your workflow for code generation, technical documentation, and automated testingUtilize AI-assisted debugging platforms to accelerate issue identification and resolution in production environmentsApply advanced prompt engineering techniques to generate infrastructure-as-code templates and backend service scaffoldingEvaluate and implement agentic AI tools that enhance developer workflows, including automated test generation, intelligent code review assistance, and deployment automation Qualifications 5-8 years of professional software development experience in a production environmentBachelor's degree in Software Engineering (other Bachelor's degrees will not be considered)Strong proficiency in modern programming languages such as TypeScript, C#, Python, or JavaScriptDemonstrated experience building and deploying web applications, with understanding of both frontend and backend developmentSolid grasp of software engineering fundamentals including data structures, algorithms, and design patternsTrack record of delivering pragmatic, maintainable solutions that balance technical elegance with business requirementsStrong sense of ownership and accountability for code quality and system reliabilitySelf-directed learning ability with capacity to independently research and master new technologiesCollaborative mindset with excellent communication skills for technical discussionsPreferred Experience:Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS services (EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, etc.)Practical knowledge of containerization (Docker) and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform)Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CIProficiency with relational databases, especially PostgreSQL, including query optimization and schema designFrontend development experience with React or similar modern frameworksBackend API development using Node.js, C#/ASP.NET, or comparable frameworksExperience with microservices architecture and distributed systemsActive use of GenAI tools (ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, Codeium, etc.) in your development workflowTrack record of implementing AI-powered features or intelligent automationExperience with agentic AI systems for orchestrating complex workflowsContributions to open-source projects or technical blog posts demonstrating thought leadershipParticipation in professional development through conferences, workshops, or technical communitiesWhat Sets You Apart:Portfolio of projects showcasing architectural decisions and technical problem-solvingExperience scaling systems to handle significant user growth or traffic spikesUnderstanding of security best practices and compliance requirementsPassion for developer experience and tools that enhance team productivityEnthusiasm for staying current with emerging technologies, particularly AI-assisted development Compensation Info The salary range for this position is $78,500.00-$138,750.00. This range is subject to change as Deltek takes a number of factors into consideration when determining individual base pay, such as location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including incentive compensation and equity.Benefits and perks listed here may vary depending on the nature of employment with Deltek. Position Type FT Travel Requirements No Applicant Privacy Notice Deltek is committed to the protection and promotion of your privacy. In connection with your application for employment with us at Deltek, it is necessary for us to collect, store and use information about you (“Personal Data”) to administer and evaluate your application. We are the “controller” of the Personal Data you provide us and will process any such Personal Data in accordance with applicable law and the statements contained in this . 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