About Us
PowerUp Sports is a leading sports management software company and a key part of the Beacon Software family. Beacon Software acquires and supports exceptional software businesses, helping them preserve their legacy while scaling their ambitions. Beacon’s team includes seasoned professionals with experience at Silicon Valley giants, including Instacart and Sequoia Capital. With Beacon as PowerUp’s new holding company, we’re entering an exciting phase of growth and innovation.
Job Description
As a Senior Software Developer at PowerUp Sports, you will play a key role in the development and optimization of our sports management software. Working within a small, dynamic team, you’ll contribute to the product roadmap, introduce innovative features, and ensure the performance and scalability of our systems. This role provides an opportunity to work on impactful projects while collaborating with other talented developers in a supportive and entrepreneurial environment.
Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain robust software solutions for PowerUp Sports’ platform.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and release new features.
• Ensure the integration of new technologies while maintaining system reliability.
• Optimize the performance of the PHP application hosted on Microsoft Azure.
• Oversee the management and optimization of Microsoft SQL Server databases.
• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior developers, and foster a culture of continuous learning.
Requirements
• 3-8 years of software development experience; strong background in PHP is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft SQL Server and Azure cloud services.
• Proven ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an eye for scalable architecture.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in mentoring team members or leading technical projects.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and modern DevOps practices.
Work Environment
This role is based in downtown Toronto, with a hybrid setup requiring in-office presence three days a week. Enjoy a mix of collaborative office culture and remote flexibility.
Compensation
• Full-time salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package (healthcare, vision, dental)
Be part of a thriving software company with a legacy of innovation, now empowered by the expertise and resources of Beacon Software. Join us to help shape the future of youth sports!
Skills Required
- 3-8 years of software development experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft SQL Server
- Proficiency with Microsoft Azure cloud services
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and scalable architecture experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong background in PHP
- Experience mentoring team members or leading technical projects
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and modern DevOps practices
What We Do
Beacon is the permanent home for Main Street software and services supporting the real economy. We buy, build, and grow exceptional vertical software businesses, preserving their legacy while expanding the scale of their founders’ ambitions. Our model is different. Unlike private equity, we don’t buy to flip. We hold forever, investing in product, customers, and teams for the long term. Founders who join Beacon gain more than capital: they access in-house engineering, AI, design, and fintech expertise, as well as a network spanning Silicon Valley, Wall Street, and Main Street. We simplify the back office, accelerate growth with proven playbooks, and give founders the freedom to focus on what they do best: building great software for their markets. Every company under the Beacon umbrella remains independent, with its own brand and customers, but benefits from shared resources and immediate value creation. Our approach has already helped portfolio companies win major RFPs, modernize technology stacks, and expand market share. Beacon was founded by experienced operators and investors from companies like D1 Capital, Instacart, Sequoia Capital, and Databricks who believe ambitious software deserves a forever home. Our success is measured founder by founder, company by company, and we’re just getting started.
