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Software Developer

Toronto, ON
Hybrid
Posted Oct 4, 2026
1 position

$59,000–$84,700 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The software developer will design, build, and support scalable, production-grade software solutions within a cloud-first environment. Responsibilities include participating in the full software development lifecycle, utilizing AI-assisted tools, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality applications.

Job details

Career Opportunity Role Title Software Developer Purpose of role We are seeking a Software Developer to design, build, and support scalable, production-grade software solutions in a modern cloud-first environment. This role focuses on delivering high-quality applications, services, integrations, and data-enabled solutions using Microsoft-based technologies and modern engineering practices. The ideal candidate should have exposure to software engineering across application development, cloud services, integration, and DevSecOps, along with experience using AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity and incorporating AI capabilities into business solutions in a responsible, secure, and maintainable way. Job Description Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and support software applications under guidance Build solutions using .NET, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript/Python, SQL, and Azure Contribute to cloud-first solution development Participate in SDLC including coding, testing, deployment, and support Follow DevSecOps and CI/CD practices Use AI-assisted tools to improve productivity Troubleshoot issues with support from senior developers Collaborate with cross-functional teams Maintain documentation and support continuous improvement Key Qualifications Education (minimum required): Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience) Experience (minimum required): 3+ years of hands-on software development experience delivering enterprise-grade applications and services Strong proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as C#, .NET, TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, or SQL Experience with cloud environments, such as Microsoft Azure or comparable enterprise cloud platforms Understanding of application integration, APIs, data processing, and enterprise system interoperability Familiarity with modern SDLC practices, including source control, automated testing, CI/CD, and secure coding practices Experience using AI-assisted development tools in a disciplined manner and understanding how to incorporate AI-enabled capabilities into software solutions responsibly Experience with Azure-based services such as App Services, Functions, API Management, Azure SQL, storage, messaging, or identity and access management Experience with Azure DevOps, infrastructure automation, and DevSecOps practices in enterprise environments Experience delivering solutions in regulated, production-critical environments Familiarity with AI/ML, generative AI, or intelligent automation concepts and related implementation patterns Palantir Foundry experience is considered an asset, but is not required #LI-Hybrid Salary Range: $59,000.00 - $84,700.00 The actual base salary for this position will depend on several factors, including job-related skills, experience, and education. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may participate in a discretionary variable incentive plan, results are subject to both individual and company performance. Please note that this posting is intended to fill an existing vacancy; however, there may be instances where more than one vacancy is available for the same role. Equal Opportunity Employment and Inclusion – at Foresters Financial, we are committed to sustaining an equal opportunity environment for all job applicants. We embrace Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (IDE) as a core strategic objective for building strong, innovative teams in which all our employees can show up wholly and authentically as themselves. Foresters Financial strives to provide an accessible candidate experience for prospective employees with different abilities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodations during the recruitment process, please email accommodations@foresters.com in advance of your appointment. Thank you for choosing Foresters. Only those candidates who will be selected for further consideration will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and at least 3 years of hands-on software development experience. Proficiency in modern programming languages like C#, .NET, or Python, along with experience in cloud environments such as Azure, is required.