Cision

PR Newswire Canada, Software Developer I, Software Engineering, AMER, Canada

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Hiring Remotely in Canada

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85K-95K Annually

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The Role

Develop .NET solutions using AI-driven, spec-first workflows. Implement production-ready code and automated tests with GitHub Copilot, ensure code quality, security, and performance, collaborate with product, design, and data science, and support debugging, observability, and API contract testing.

Summary Generated by Built In

At PR Newswire Canada, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate.

Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow.

Software Developer I

You will work closely with product, design, and data science teams to develop and enhance applications within an AI spec-driven development framework. Using your technical expertise, you will help orchestrate AI agents to generate production-ready code and automated tests, utilizing workflows for code verification and quality assurance. You will collaborate with others to provide recommendations on best practices for AI-native workflows while ensuring code maintainability, security, and performance. An understanding of the .NET stack and the entire SDLC is required to ensure efficient, spec-led project completion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
• Develop solutions that add value and efficiency across systems while minimizing technical debt.
• Use AI agents and GitHub Copilot to implement .NET solutions from high-level Specs.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, product owners, and stakeholders to meet product objectives and refine Specs.
• Maintain a "Test First" mentality by managing the intent of AI-generated code so that it meets the functional, security, and performance requirements of the product.
• Stay updated on technology trends and product roadmaps to guide development.
• Contribute to cross-functional business processes.
• Embrace best practices, cross-team collaboration, and process continuity.
• Contribute to a collaborative culture based on trust and respect.
Experience you will have:
• Spec-Driven Development (SDD) and AI-native coding in VS Code.
• Debugging, observability, logging, and production support practices
• API contract testing
• .NET 8+ with C#
• SQL
• Git
• Unit Testing
• RESTful web services

Preferred Experience:
• MySQL
• Postgres
• Kubernetes/Docker
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Computer related subject area or related business field and eighteen (18) or more months experience in Information Technology and solution delivery, or equivalent combination of education and experience in similar fields is required.

Cision is the global leader in consumer and media intelligence, engagement, and communication solutions. We equip PR and corporate communications, marketing, and social media professionals with the tools they need to excel in today's data driven world. Our deep expertise, exclusive data partnerships, and award-winning products, including CisionOne, Brandwatch, and PR Newswire, enable over 75,000 companies and organizations, including 84% of the Fortune 500, to see and be seen, understand and be understood by the audiences that matter most to them.

Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge and named a “Top Diversity Employer” for 2021 by DiversityJobs.com.

Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses.

Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]

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Pay Range

$85,000—$95,000 CAD

Skills Required

Experience with .NET (preferably .NET 8+) and C#
Familiarity with the full SDLC and Spec-Driven Development (SDD)
Experience using AI agents and GitHub Copilot for code generation
Proficiency with SQL
Experience with Git
Unit testing and test-first mentality
Experience building RESTful web services
API contract testing experience
Debugging, observability, logging, and production support practices
Experience coding in VS Code or similar development environment
Bachelor's degree in computer-related field or equivalent and 18+ months IT experience
MySQL
Postgres (PostgreSQL)
Kubernetes/Docker

Cision Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cision and has not been reviewed or approved by Cision.

Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off and paid holidays, including days like Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth, are highlighted alongside flexible or unlimited PTO and volunteer time. Feedback suggests this breadth of leave and schedule flexibility meaningfully supports work–life balance.
Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage are offered with FSA/HSA options, plus an EAP and dedicated mental‑health resources such as Headspace. Feedback suggests these health and wellbeing elements are a solid part of the total package.
Retirement Support — A 401(k) program is available at date of hire with traditional and Roth options administered via Fidelity, with employer matching and vesting described in plan materials. Feedback suggests this provides mainstream retirement support even if not described as market‑leading.

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The Company

HQ: Chicago, IL

2,736 Employees

Year Founded: 1867

What We Do

Cision is a leading global provider of earned media software and services to public relations and marketing communications professionals. Cision’s software allows users to identify key influencers, craft and distribute strategic content, and measure meaningful impact. Cision has over 4,800 employees with offices in 24 countries throughout the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.