Software Developer II, Platforms and Deployment

• Location: This role can be based anywhere in Canada (excluding Quebec) as a fully remote position. For candidates located in the Vancouver, BC Lower Mainland, there is flexibility to work remote, hybrid, or onsite at our Surrey headquarters.

• Annual Base Salary: $91,400 to $103,900CAD + Profit Sharing Bonus eligibility

• The salary range represents our reasonable expectation of pay for this role. We may offer compensation outside this range based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, and unique circumstances related to the position.

• Please note that employment is contingent upon the successful completion of reference checks and background checks, including a Canadian criminal background check.

Application Instructions

• Please submit your resume and cover letter in PDF format.

Software Developer II, Platforms and Deployment
Safe Software is looking for a Software Developer II to join our Distributions team. As a Software Developer II, you will help design, develop, and implement software solutions to meet both our internal needs and customer requirements. Your contribution will play an essential role in developing and maintaining scalable, high-quality software solutions that power our build, packaging, and deployment systems. This position also offers the opportunity to work with innovative technologies such as Docker/Kubernetes and Cloud Services.

About The Team
As a part of the Distributions team, you'll join a group of versatile and experienced developers and quality analysts who collaborate closely on projects of all sizes. The Distributions team is responsible for ensuring Safe's products are packaged for customers to easily install and use, no matter what the deployment target or platform. Coding tasks are focused on the tooling that enables automation of a wide variety of processes for installer creation, containerization, cross-platform delivery, and utilities that are shipped with the product.

What You'll Be Doing
As a
Software Developer II
, you will:

• Develop and maintain software applications according to specifications.
• Collaborate with the development team to plan, design, and execute new features.
• Perform code reviews and enhance code quality.
• Debug, test, and fix errors in the application, utility, and pipeline code.
• Document development processes, code, and changes.
• Work closely with QA team members to ensure applications meet quality standards.
• Engage with other departments to understand user requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Participate in continuous learning to stay up-to-date with technology trends and best practices in software development. Including mentoring more junior developers.

Qualifications, Skills, And Competencies
Safers come from a variety of backgrounds with diverse skills and knowledge. That being said, those who are most successful in this role have experience with the following:

What We're Looking For

• Education: Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent experience.
• Certifications/Training: Training or certification in relevant programming languages or development practices (e.g., Agile, Kanban) is considered an asset.
• Experience: 3–5 years of experience in software development, which may include co-op placements, internships, or significant project work.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in at least one programming language (e.g., C++, Python). Comfortable working with version control tools (e.g., Git) and familiar with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
• Collaboration and Problem-Solving: Able to work well with others, communicate clearly, and find solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Open to feedback and eager to learn.
• Adaptability: Willing to learn new tools and technologies in a fast-moving environment.

Desired Skills / Bonus Points

• Experience working across different operating systems (Linux, macOS, Windows).
• Knowledge of installer creation tools such as WiX for Windows and PKG installers for macOS.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, PowerShell) and general-purpose languages like Go.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions.
• Exposure to cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience supporting or mentoring team members.

What You Can Expect
When you choose a career with Safe Software, you're also choosing…

• Meaningful Work: Make a profound impact across our business, workplace and data integration product.
• A Supportive Environment: Feel empowered to share your ideas and implement them with high autonomy and team support.
• Social Responsibility: Become part of a team that finds meaningful ways to give back. Take paid time off to volunteer for one of our Safe-organized opportunities that align with our core community initiatives.
• Learning & Career Development: We believe in your continuous learning and growth. Take advantage of an annual learning budget and training programs paid for by Safe.
• Flexible Working Hours: Flexible and remote-friendly work arrangements to fit your lifestyle. Work when you want, and how you want to.
• Work-Life Balance: There's no place for burnout at Safe. Maintain a healthy balance of your personal and work life without splitting yourself in two. Enjoy 3 weeks of vacation to recharge, plus an additional paid 6 seasonal days off per year.
• Health & Wellness: Extended health, dental, health or lifestyle spending, and counseling benefits from day 1. That's right, no waiting period.
• Family is important: We are dedicated to supporting our employees through parenthood and offer a Parental Leave Top-Up Program for new parents through childbirth or adoption.
• Shared Success: Share in Safe's success with our bi-annual profit sharing and RRSP/TFSA matching program.
• An Accessible Commute: Regardless of your commute method, we're located close to public transit, and provide complimentary parking and bike storage for our team

About Safe Software
Safe Software transforms organizations with FME, the only All-Data Any-AI Enterprise Integration Platform connecting all your data, anywhere, at any velocity. With over 30 years of expertise and 25,000+ enterprise customers across 125+ countries, we simplify your data journey, wherever it leads.

Founded in 1993, Safe is headquartered in Surrey, BC with over 200 team members and counting. We're always looking for talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are determined to learn and grow. Are you ready to join the team?

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Safe Software is an equal opportunity employer and we truly believe that innovation and strength begin with diversity and inclusion. We welcome all candidates regardless of race, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, disability, national or ethnic origin, political belief, religion, or family status. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact