OPEN: Lead Software Engineer

We are currently requesting resumes for the following position: Lead Software Engineer / Developer Resume Due Date: Thursday, January 29th, (5:00PM EST) Location: Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario Work Mode: (Hybrid – 3 days remote per week) Contract Duration: 12 Months Hours: 35 hours/week Level: Senior Vacancies: 2 Employment Type: Incorporated Contractor Hourly Rate: $90-$95 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-), 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. 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. 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.