- All of the bank's sectors manage APIs in support of the business capabilities that their domains offer.In the main Software Engineering (SWE) department, the APIs practice governance team works, at a cross-functional level, to offer a solution for managing the life cycle of APIs, via a Marketplace as well as the implementation of NFR rules in runtime tools (in the federated EKS cluster).TasksThe Solutions Architect will be required to:- Analyze and produceAll of the bank's sectors manage APIs in support of the business capabilities that their domains offer.In the main Software Engineering (SWE) department, the APIs practice governance team works, at a cross-functional level, to offer a solution for managing the life cycle of APIs, via a Marketplace as well as the implementation of NFR rules in runtime tools (in the federated EKS cluster).TasksThe Solutions Architect will be required to:- Analyze and produce
- Telecommuting: HybridBilingualism: Highly desirable. French, compulsory. English as much as possible functional.Are you passionate about development, from design to delivery?Do you want to put your experience and expertise to good use?This opportunity is for you!Our team is responsible for the ecosystem managing customer data.Your knowledge will be essential to support project, operational and technological initiatives.You will be part of a Squad that aimsTelecommuting: HybridBilingualism: Highly desirable. French, compulsory. English as much as possible functional.Are you passionate about development, from design to delivery?Do you want to put your experience and expertise to good use?This opportunity is for you!Our team is responsible for the ecosystem managing customer data.Your knowledge will be essential to support project, operational and technological initiatives.You will be part of a Squad that aims
- We are currently seeking a Senior level Embedded Engineer to join the Software team based with our innovative client in Vancouver, BC location (hybrid work for this job, therefore all qualified candidates should live in Metro Vancouver). If you have a Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering with 5+ years hands-on in embedded firmware development experience in a real-time environment- we would lWe are currently seeking a Senior level Embedded Engineer to join the Software team based with our innovative client in Vancouver, BC location (hybrid work for this job, therefore all qualified candidates should live in Metro Vancouver). If you have a Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering with 5+ years hands-on in embedded firmware development experience in a real-time environment- we would l
- Reporting to the Senior Manager of Software Engineering and is responsible for contributing to the design of architectural strategies aligned with enterprise and business goals, as well as the technical implementation of these strategies ranging from system design to software development. Strong experience with business architecture practices is preferredAdvantagesBe part of growing software development team! Client is on a journey of technology transfoReporting to the Senior Manager of Software Engineering and is responsible for contributing to the design of architectural strategies aligned with enterprise and business goals, as well as the technical implementation of these strategies ranging from system design to software development. Strong experience with business architecture practices is preferredAdvantagesBe part of growing software development team! Client is on a journey of technology transfo
- This is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in Downtown Toronto.This is a Remote/ Flexible Role with 0-3 days in the office a week at the discretion of the Hiring Manager. The contract runs for one year.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of Ontario.ResponsibilitiesProvides a comprehensive range ofThis is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in Downtown Toronto.This is a Remote/ Flexible Role with 0-3 days in the office a week at the discretion of the Hiring Manager. The contract runs for one year.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of Ontario.ResponsibilitiesProvides a comprehensive range of
- Our Toronto client is looking for an experienced Senior DevOPS Engineer for an exciting 8 months project to start.The role is looking for extensive experience with the following skills:-Exp. in languages such as Python, R or SPARQL 2-3 years-Development on big data platforms (Hortonworks, Cloudera or Azure) 3-5 years-Experience with master data management 3-5 years-Building data warehouses, analytics, and dimension modeling using IDE tools 5-8 years-DevelOur Toronto client is looking for an experienced Senior DevOPS Engineer for an exciting 8 months project to start.The role is looking for extensive experience with the following skills:-Exp. in languages such as Python, R or SPARQL 2-3 years-Development on big data platforms (Hortonworks, Cloudera or Azure) 3-5 years-Experience with master data management 3-5 years-Building data warehouses, analytics, and dimension modeling using IDE tools 5-8 years-Devel
- This is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be Downtown Toronto.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for 3 months .Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of Ontario.This is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be Downtown Toronto.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for 3 months .Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of Ontario.
- This is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in North York.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for One Year.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of Ontario.RespThis is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in North York.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for One Year.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of Ontario.Resp
- This is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in Downtown Toronto.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for 3 months .Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of OntarThis is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in Downtown Toronto.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for 3 months .Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of Ontar
- This is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be Downtown Toronto.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for 3 months .Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of Ontario.This is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be Downtown Toronto.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for 3 months .Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of Ontario.
- Responsibilities:Preparing conventional bids and conceptual estimates to owners as assigned.Review and coordinate final pricing methodology.Review quantities, production rates, material quotes and totals for pricing.Assist in receiving and evaluating subcontractor and major material quotations.Work as lead estimator on individual projects including takeoffs, sub-solicitations, pricing, bid summaries, GC s.Review work of estimators and junior estimators toResponsibilities:Preparing conventional bids and conceptual estimates to owners as assigned.Review and coordinate final pricing methodology.Review quantities, production rates, material quotes and totals for pricing.Assist in receiving and evaluating subcontractor and major material quotations.Work as lead estimator on individual projects including takeoffs, sub-solicitations, pricing, bid summaries, GC s.Review work of estimators and junior estimators to
- Our Client in The Ontario Public Sector is looking for a Intermidate Business Analyst of a 12 month contract with expereince supporting Business interllgence based projects. Core Skills - 35%· Demonstrates experience eliciting requirements for technical BI projects, and developing/consulting on options and solutions, and providing effective guidance to clients,· Demonstrates experience leading discussions with clients to gather business requiremeOur Client in The Ontario Public Sector is looking for a Intermidate Business Analyst of a 12 month contract with expereince supporting Business interllgence based projects. Core Skills - 35%· Demonstrates experience eliciting requirements for technical BI projects, and developing/consulting on options and solutions, and providing effective guidance to clients,· Demonstrates experience leading discussions with clients to gather business requireme
- Our North York-based client, a best-practices-oriented leader in their segment of the IoT space is looking for an experienced Full-Stack .NET Developer to join their high-functioning team. This fulltime permanent position is an excellent opportunity to learn and work with cutting-edge technologies. In this role, you will be exposed to Machine Learning Training Models and AI Neural Networks, Computer Vision Image Processing, IoT solutions, embedded systemsOur North York-based client, a best-practices-oriented leader in their segment of the IoT space is looking for an experienced Full-Stack .NET Developer to join their high-functioning team. This fulltime permanent position is an excellent opportunity to learn and work with cutting-edge technologies. In this role, you will be exposed to Machine Learning Training Models and AI Neural Networks, Computer Vision Image Processing, IoT solutions, embedded systems
- This is a contract position for a Technology Architect for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be Downtown Toronto.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for eight months.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of OThis is a contract position for a Technology Architect for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be Downtown Toronto.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for eight months.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of O
- Titre du poste / Position:Web Software Developer, Front-end / Full Stack developerDescription du mandat / Mandate description:Description du mandat / Mandate description:Our teams design and develop new technologies and products that transform the way thousands of people interact with insurance. We are looking for software developers who can bring innovative ideas. You will work on a product designed to provide an outstanding experience in the online insTitre du poste / Position:Web Software Developer, Front-end / Full Stack developerDescription du mandat / Mandate description:Description du mandat / Mandate description:Our teams design and develop new technologies and products that transform the way thousands of people interact with insurance. We are looking for software developers who can bring innovative ideas. You will work on a product designed to provide an outstanding experience in the online ins
- This is a contract position for a Systems Testing QA Specialist for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in Downtown TorontoThis is a Hybrid Role with 2 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for one year.Hours per day will be 7.25.AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the peoThis is a contract position for a Systems Testing QA Specialist for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in Downtown TorontoThis is a Hybrid Role with 2 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for one year.Hours per day will be 7.25.AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the peo
- Our North York-based client, a best-practices-oriented leader in their segment of the IoT space is looking for a Senior Full-Stack .NET Developer to join their high-functioning team. This fulltime permanent position is an excellent opportunity to learn and work with cutting-edge technologies. In this role, you will be exposed to Machine Learning Training Models and AI Neural Networks, Computer Vision Image Processing, IoT solutions, embedded systems and AOur North York-based client, a best-practices-oriented leader in their segment of the IoT space is looking for a Senior Full-Stack .NET Developer to join their high-functioning team. This fulltime permanent position is an excellent opportunity to learn and work with cutting-edge technologies. In this role, you will be exposed to Machine Learning Training Models and AI Neural Networks, Computer Vision Image Processing, IoT solutions, embedded systems and A
- This is a contract position for a CYSSC-23-0028B Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in North York.This is a Hybrid Role with 1 day in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for four months.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the peoplThis is a contract position for a CYSSC-23-0028B Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in North York.This is a Hybrid Role with 1 day in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for four months.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the peopl
- This is a contract position for a Applications Architect for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in Downtown Toronto.This is a Hybrid Role with 2 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for fourteen months.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the peoThis is a contract position for a Applications Architect for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in Downtown Toronto.This is a Hybrid Role with 2 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for fourteen months.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the peo
- This is a role for someone who is passionate about turning ideas into actionable improvements to our systems, is customer focused, and innovative. We are looking for a dynamic individual who delivers, enjoys thoughtful conversations about problems and perfecting design but in the end knows that what matters is delivering reliable solutions. This individual collaborates and communicates effectively with a diverse team of experts and novices, has a keen focuThis is a role for someone who is passionate about turning ideas into actionable improvements to our systems, is customer focused, and innovative. We are looking for a dynamic individual who delivers, enjoys thoughtful conversations about problems and perfecting design but in the end knows that what matters is delivering reliable solutions. This individual collaborates and communicates effectively with a diverse team of experts and novices, has a keen focu
- This is a contract position for a Solution Architect - CRM for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. The work location will be in North York.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non-negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for one year.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people ofThis is a contract position for a Solution Architect - CRM for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. The work location will be in North York.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non-negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for one year.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of
- This is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in the North York.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for one month.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of OntarioThis is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in the North York.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for one month.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of Ontario
- This is a contract position for a Systems Testing QA Specialist for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in downtown Toronto .This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for one year.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the peThis is a contract position for a Systems Testing QA Specialist for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in downtown Toronto .This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for one year.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the pe
- This is a contract position for a Systems Testing QA Specialist for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in North York.This is a Hybrid Role with 2 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for one year.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people ofThis is a contract position for a Systems Testing QA Specialist for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in North York.This is a Hybrid Role with 2 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for one year.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of
- This is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in the GTA.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for six months.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of Ontario.RespoThis is a contract position for a Business Analyst for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in the GTA.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for six months.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people of Ontario.Respo
- This is a contract position for a Systems Testing QA Specialist for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in North York.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for 15 Months.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people oThis is a contract position for a Systems Testing QA Specialist for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be in North York.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for 15 Months.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference to the people o
- Exciting long term opportunity to be part of a leading enterprise organization. We are looking for a strong Java Spring / MVC DeveloperSkills Required:· 7+ years Development experience with Java, JEE (Expert)· Extensive Experience in any of the OO programming languages (C, C++, Visual C, Ruby on Rails, , Javascript, Jquery etc)· Preference for 3+ Years Development experience for Ecommerce, Web on-line buying technologies· 3+ Years Spring Framework· ProficiExciting long term opportunity to be part of a leading enterprise organization. We are looking for a strong Java Spring / MVC DeveloperSkills Required:· 7+ years Development experience with Java, JEE (Expert)· Extensive Experience in any of the OO programming languages (C, C++, Visual C, Ruby on Rails, , Javascript, Jquery etc)· Preference for 3+ Years Development experience for Ecommerce, Web on-line buying technologies· 3+ Years Spring Framework· Profici
- This is a contract position for a Technology Lead - Applications Architect for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be Downtown Toronto.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for six months.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a differenceThis is a contract position for a Technology Lead - Applications Architect for our client who is in the Broader Public Sector. Work location will be Downtown Toronto.This is a Hybrid Role with 3 days in the office a week. This is a mandatory requirement of the role and is non negotiable outside of exceptional circumstances.The Contract runs for six months.Hours per day will be 7.25AdvantagesGood Compensation working on projects that will make a difference
- Are you a Data Analyst looking for a new opportunity?Are you looking for a new contract opportunity?We are pleased to offer you four new contract opportunity for you to consider: Data Analyst Start: ASAPEstimated length: 3 monthsLocation: TorontoHybrid remote workActively seeking for candidates with below requirementsAdvantagesYou will have an opportunity to work with a leading employer in the local market.ResponsibilitiesWork alongside a product owner(s),Are you a Data Analyst looking for a new opportunity?Are you looking for a new contract opportunity?We are pleased to offer you four new contract opportunity for you to consider: Data Analyst Start: ASAPEstimated length: 3 monthsLocation: TorontoHybrid remote workActively seeking for candidates with below requirementsAdvantagesYou will have an opportunity to work with a leading employer in the local market.ResponsibilitiesWork alongside a product owner(s),
- As a Senior Functional Configurator – SAP SD/MM/EWM/TM, you will work closely with Technical Leads, Architects, other Software Engineers, Business Analysts, and Quality Engineers amongst others in a highly collaborative environment. You’ll be expected to work directly with the business to drive requirements gathering, design, set-up activities, configuration, testing, deployment and user support for SAP application software. The ideal candidate must be ablAs a Senior Functional Configurator – SAP SD/MM/EWM/TM, you will work closely with Technical Leads, Architects, other Software Engineers, Business Analysts, and Quality Engineers amongst others in a highly collaborative environment. You’ll be expected to work directly with the business to drive requirements gathering, design, set-up activities, configuration, testing, deployment and user support for SAP application software. The ideal candidate must be abl
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As a software engineer, you are responsible for designing software used in operating systems, applications, and telecommunications. Essentially, you create programs that facilitate various functions in the digital world. Through engineering principles, you will use a systematic formula to achieve your objectives. You also research, design, analyze, and test web programs or applications to achieve their objectives.
what do software engineer jobs entail?
While your responsibility as a software engineer depends on the company you work for, your role involves developing operating data for computers. You will also analyze user needs and use mathematical or scientific models to project outcomes. Aside from conferring with system programmers and writing programs, your work includes providing consultative services to clients. You may also have to explain the design elements to clients and coordinate installation.
what is a typical work schedule for software engineers
As a software engineer, you can pursue your career in many industries, from technology and remote sensing to healthcare, finance, and government agencies. Therefore, your work schedule varies according to the industry. Your role may be full-time, part-time, or as a contractor for an organization. As a full-time software engineer, you will spend most of your days working on a computer in office settings. While 9 to 5 p.m. is the typical workday, you will work many overtimes and weekends to meet deadlines. Sometimes, your job involves travelling to meet clients, obtain user requirements, or oversee the designing of prototypes in offsite facilities.
what are the pros of software engineer jobs?
- Attractive benefits and compensation package: As a software engineer, you will be handsomely compensated for your skills even at entry-level positions. Aside from an attractive salary, the job comes with pension benefits and healthcare plans. Bonuses are also common on high-value projects, and you can patent your innovations and sell the copyrights to companies.
- Freedom to work anywhere: You don't have to work in an office setting to perform your duties as a software engineer. With a computer and internet connection, you can work remotely from any location.
- Huge potential for entrepreneurship: Software start-ups usually attract lucrative investment capital, and you can build your venture with a single software solution. Your creativity in developing new applications will also be a lucrative venture if you find the right buyers.
- Invigorating casual work environments: Most companies provide comfortable and stimulating work environments to software engineers to enhance the free flow of ideas. Hence, the office environments allow casual wear and flexible arrangements to keep engineers engaged and productive.
what are the cons of software engineer jobs?
- Long sedentary hours: Sometimes, your projects will have tight deadlines, and you have to put in weekend and overtime hours to stay on schedule. Unfortunately, in those long hours, you may be stuck in a chair with little exercise and movement, which often causes health problems.
- You must continually learn: Programming languages change regularly. That means a popular program can recede in the distance when a new platform comes along. If your skillset is confined to a particular program, you will be out of demand. You should remain viable by constantly learning and researching new programs and developments in the field.
- Huge workloads: In software engineering, you will deal with multiple projects and looming deadlines. Besides, you have to deal with unexpected bugs and assist other members in your team. If you don’t organize your schedule, the pressures can pile up stress.
what are common software engineer interview questions?
While software engineering questions vary depending on the company you seek employment from, some common interview questions include:
- Which programming languages are you proficient in? Your employer wants to know the programming languages you are familiar with that will increase your chances of job success. If the job description requires proficiency in specific programming languages, explain the languages that align with your employer's needs.
- What are the challenges you faced on your last project? Interview questions relating to a past project help your employer understand your engineering process. It also reveals your ability to handle adversity and obstacles.
- What aspect of our company do you find interesting? Employers need to ascertain that your passion aligns with that of the company. It assures them that you are the perfect fit for the position.
software engineer resume and cover letter requirements
Your software engineer CV should have the following information:
- Contact information, including email and physical address
- Education and qualification
- Relevant software engineering skills
- Certifications
- Work experience
In your software engineer application, you should include a cover letter to highlight the relevant experience in your CV that matches the job description. A software engineer cover letter also allows you to explain to the employer your interest in the job. If you give a compelling reason why you are a perfect fit for the job, you will have a high chance of securing an interview. When writing your resume, ensure you use relevant keywords to increase your chances of success with the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
what is the job outlook for software engineers?
Software engineers are in huge demand in the technological world. Hence, there are numerous software engineer job openings throughout Canada. Projected job vacancies are expected to increase gradually, leading to a shortage of skilled engineers. Aside from increased job openings, job growth will also be higher than average in the software engineering field. Entry-level software engineers also have a clearly defined career progression to senior-level positions and product or project manager positions in a company. However, career progression often does not rely on years of experience but expertise in specific software engineering skills. Regardless of the area of specialization, you can enjoy steady career growth.
what are the different types of software engineer jobs?
Software engineering has numerous fields of expertise. For instance, you can possess technical skills for building computer information systems or creating user-friendly applications. Some of the types of software engineers include:
- Applications software developers: As an application software engineer, you will design software and user interfaces to interact with computer functions. That involves creating applications for operating systems, testing and analyzing the requirement, and releasing software updates regularly. To ensure the application is suitable for the end-user, applications software engineers develop both the front-end and back-end of the software.
- System software engineers: System software engineers build the hardware and large systems that can host applications. For instance, they design the operating systems that application software engineers use to design user-facing apps. They can maintain network security, integrate software products, and serve as system architects.
- Front-end software engineer: When your role entails the development of visual elements like aesthetics and layouts of visual interfaces, you are a front-end software engineer. That means you will fix bugs and ensure browser compatibility to create an impeccable visual representation of the user interface.
- Back-end software engineer: As a back-end software engineer, your task focuses on an application's underlying logic and performances rather than the end-user appearance. That means you will integrate data systems to implement core logic and ensure the scalability of the application programming interface.
- Software engineer in test: Quality application engineers are responsible for creating software that tests and validates the quality of an application before it is released to the market. As a quality application software engineer, you will produce automated tests and create tools and methods to ensure that the processes run as expected.
- DevOps software engineers: The primary role of DevOps engineers is to manage application infrastructure like servers and database systems. You can build, deploy, and integrate back-end software or manage distributed systems with your knowledge of developing systems.
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what is the average salary for a software engineer?
Software engineer salaries vary depending on the organization you work for and the type of projects. For instance, large technology companies pay top-dollar to software engineers involved in large projects like developing prototypes and creating operating systems. Your area of specialization and specific skillsets also affect your paycheck. Programmers with specific knowledge attract higher compensation packages compared to entry-level. A software engineer in an entry-level position earns around $55,000 per year in Canada, while the highest-paid engineers earn around $103,000 annually. Bonuses and overtime pay can also increase your salary significantly. Some locations offer an attractive compensation package to match the living standards of the area.
average software engineer salaries in canada
- annual: $77,057
- monthly: $6,421
- weekly: $1,605
- hourly: $37.66
Top paying areas for software engineer jobs in Canada include Toronto, Ontario, and Vancouver in British Columbia.
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what are the duties and responsibilities of software engineers?
Your specific duties as a software engineer depend on the industry you work in and the types of projects in your company. However, some of the general duties to expect include:
- Building computer systems and applications software: As a software engineer, you will create computer systems that provide computing utilities and operating systems for running various programs. Aside from developing the systems, you may also create user-focused programs like database programs and web browsers for end-users to interact with operating systems. Knowledge in software development and programming languages is crucial in applying engineering principles to create systems and applications.
- Analyzing client needs: Before developing computer systems or applications, you must analyze the requirements to ensure you create a customized application or system for your client. Sometimes, discovering user requirements includes surveys, regular testing, and tweaking the existing system to suit the clients' objectives.
- Testing new software and systems: After developing new software or systems, you must test your systems and software to ensure they work as intended. Aside from testing the ability of the system to understand computer instructions, you need to recognize the limitations of the existing hardware or software. You may have to fix bugs and tweak some elements to ensure the system provides the desired services to the end-user.
- Develop security strategies for software: Your task in software engineering involves the development of custom embedded software that is used to control various products. That means you need to ensure the security of the systems to avoid third-party access. Aside from system security, you should ensure fault tolerance performance.
- Upgrading existing software: When technology evolves, you need to adapt the existing systems to the changes. For instance, you can fix errors on the existing system, boost the performance of the software to suit new hardware or upgrade the user interface.
- Installing and maintaining programs: After developing new software and testing its viability, you will install and supervise its performance. Your role also entails maintaining the programs and constantly checking for errors in the system.
- Administrative functions: Besides the technical roles, your role may involve writing proposals, product documentation, cost studies, and negotiating with suppliers. If you are the team leader, you will prepare schedules for junior engineers. Sometimes, your responsibility is to market the software to stakeholders and potential customers.
where do software engineers typically work?
Software engineers can work in any industry, provide consultative services, or move into management. Smaller companies usually require software engineers with a broad range of skills, while large companies require specialized skills. Most software engineers usually work in the following industries:
- Financial institutions
- Organizations that create industrial instruments and process control equipment
- Research institutions
- Technology and internet-based firms
- Software marketing companies
- Consulting and marketing businesses
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what skills and competencies do software engineers need?
- Organizational skills: Designing software involves a systematic process to ensure the functionality of the product. Therefore, you need excellent organization skills to assess, troubleshoot, develop, and upgrade applications. You also need to plan the maintenance procedures for your operating systems. With many sections of the design process to monitor, you need to organize your team to ensure seamless installation and integration of a software or computer system.
- Problem-solving skills: Software engineering is all about solving problems in the software and tweaking the existing systems to benefit the end-user. You need to be an expert in solving complex problems. For instance, if you want the software to perform a specific task for your client, you should figure out the best code to improve efficiency. You should also come up with creative solutions for solving your client's problems with the software and bugs in the system.
- Programming skills: Developing software requires high-level coding skills and prowess in various programming languages. Some of the programming languages you need to be proficient in include JavaScript and C++.
- Open-minded and team skills: To be a successful software engineer, you need to be open-minded since the process is not set in stone. You have to make numerous changes before coming up with the end product. Therefore, accepting other people's ideas gives you a chance to look at a problem from a different angle and find a viable solution. As a team leader, you must figure out how to coordinate and align your team to achieve the desired objective.
- Excellent decision-making ability: Developing a client's software involves making numerous decisions that could make or break the project. You should be able to make data-driven decisions to minimize risk and optimize processes.
- A healthy balance of perfectionism and pragmatism: Focusing on perfectionism and pragmatism will hurt the workflow and lead to many problems. However, finding the right balance can reduce the problems that arise in the software development process. While you should aim high in product development, ensure your feet are on the ground.
what training and certifications do software engineers need?
You need a four-year bachelor's degree in a related field like computer engineering, computer science, or telecommunications engineering. In university, you will receive a combination of internships and education, which gives you the relevant experience to work as a software engineer. While most engineering disciplines have similar programs in the first year, you can specialize in software engineering from a computer engineering field. Some employers require a master's degree or additional specialization in a specific study area. For instance, research and development companies need software engineers with doctoral degrees. Aside from the degree, you need certification in programming languages to prove your proficiency in coding. In some regions in Canada like Alberta, you need to complete ethics, law, and professional examination and work under a professional engineer for a few years.
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FAQ
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FAQs about software engineer jobs
Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about software engineer jobs.
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how to get a job as a software engineer?
You need a bachelor's degree from a recognized institution and a few years of work experience from internships or working in entry-level programming jobs. While programming experience is necessary, some roles do not require coding skills.
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how to find software engineer jobs?
Software engineering jobs are available on many advertisement websites in Canada. At Randstad, you can check out our job seeker site for software engineer jobs in various cities across Canada. You will also find positions for various engineering jobs.
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how to apply for a software engineer job?
When you land on a software engineer position that suits your profile, click on the job title on Randstad. Opening the job gives you the option to sign-up, fill in your details, and apply for the job.
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how can I be the first to find out when there are new software engineer jobs?
Keep your eyes on job boards and social media pages for any arising software engineering jobs. Your friends and family members can also link you to opportunities. However, if you want to be the first to know about the latest Randstad opportunities, register for our newsletter.
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do software engineers get paid well?
A software engineer earns an average of $77,057 annually, and an entry-level position attracts better wages than most jobs. However, your qualifications and skills will determine the compensation package and benefits.
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does a software engineer do coding?
If your project involves developing software, you need coding skills to create computer programs. Instructing computer applications also requires proficiency in programming languages.
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how can I become a software engineer?
Start with acquiring a bachelor's degree in computer engineering and specialize in the relevant field. You will gain experience from programming boot camps and internships for entry-level software engineer positions.