Senior Software Developer (R&D)

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Software Developer (R&D) based in Canada.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Developer to help build innovative technology solutions that improve healthcare delivery and real-world patient outcomes. In this role, you will combine full-stack engineering expertise with an AI-first mindset to develop scalable systems and intelligent tools that support clinical and operational teams. You will work closely with product managers, clinicians, and business stakeholders to understand complex challenges and translate them into impactful technical solutions. Beyond implementation, you will take ownership of projects from initial problem discovery through development, deployment, and performance evaluation. Working in a highly autonomous, fast-paced R&D environment, you will have the opportunity to influence technical decisions, introduce modern technologies, and shape engineering practices. This is a remote-first opportunity where innovation, collaboration, and measurable business and user impact are central to success.

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack software solutions that simplify complex healthcare processes and enhance the capabilities of clinical and operational teams.
• Take ownership of projects from problem identification and requirements discovery through technical design, implementation, deployment, and measurement of outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, clinicians, operational specialists, and other stakeholders to understand user needs and translate business challenges into effective technical solutions.
• Make independent, informed technical and product decisions, demonstrating strong ownership and accountability for delivering meaningful business and user outcomes.
• Integrate AI-powered technologies and intelligent agents into development workflows and production solutions to improve efficiency, automation, and product capabilities.
• Explore and adopt emerging technologies, development tools, and AI innovations to continuously improve engineering processes and advance product objectives.
• Build, refactor, and optimize complex software systems, including distributed architectures, with a strong focus on scalability, maintainability, and performance.
• Establish and maintain high-quality engineering practices, including automated testing, technical documentation, code quality standards, and efficient development workflows.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, experimentation, and collaborative problem-solving within the R&D organization.

• At least 5 years of professional software engineering experience, with strong proficiency in one or more commonly used programming languages, such as Python, Ruby, Go, or Java.
• Solid full-stack development knowledge, including practical experience with databases, backend systems, and modern web frontend technologies.
• Demonstrated experience designing, developing, maintaining, and refactoring complex software applications, particularly distributed or service-oriented systems.
• Practical experience using AI agents as development partners or active components within software systems, combined with a strong interest in integrating AI into engineering workflows and products.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, system scalability, maintainability, and performance optimization.
• Ability to work across different technical domains and navigate complex engineering challenges with maturity, rigor, and attention to detail.
• A product-oriented mindset, with the ability to understand the business context behind technical requirements and connect engineering decisions to measurable user and organizational outcomes.
• Strong ownership and autonomy, with the confidence to make technical decisions, manage priorities, and drive projects forward in an evolving environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively alongside technical teams, product managers, clinicians, and operational stakeholders.
• Adaptability and curiosity, with a willingness to explore new tools, technologies, and approaches to solve challenging problems.
• A genuine interest in healthcare innovation and the use of technology and data to improve patient experiences and health outcomes.

• Competitive compensation: Annual base salary ranging from CAD 134,000 to CAD 175,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.
• Equity opportunities: Access to equity compensation, allowing employees to participate in the company's long-term growth.
• Performance-based bonuses: Additional financial rewards linked to individual and organizational performance.
• Regular compensation reviews: Opportunities for salary reassessment and recognition of outstanding contributions.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Group medical benefits, including hospitalization, outpatient care, optical services, and dental coverage.
• Mental health and well-being: Access to mental health resources and initiatives designed to support employee well-being.
• Remote-first flexibility: Freedom to work remotely while collaborating with distributed teams.
• Work-life balance: Flexible working hours, company holidays, a generous annual leave policy, and No-Meeting Fridays.
• Professional development: Access to learning programs, mentorship, professional development funding, and regular performance feedback.
• Home-office support: Reimbursement for eligible office setup expenses.
• Parental benefits: Paid parental leave available to all new parents.
• Collaborative environment: Opportunities to work with multidisciplinary professionals and contribute to meaningful healthcare innovation.
• Inclusive workplace: A commitment to diversity, equal opportunities, and an environment where different perspectives and experiences are valued.

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