Senior Software Engineer

PressReader is a rapidly growing technology company that partners with the world’s leading publishers to deliver content to millions of users in over 160 countries. Our progressive approach to digital distribution has allowed publishers such as The Washington Post, The Guardian, Newsweek, Rolling Stone, The Globe and Mail, and Vogue to find new audiences through business partnerships, including airlines, hotels, cruise ships, libraries, and thousands of other companies worldwide. 

Our technology also powers Branded Editions (BE) - a white-label solution that enables publishers to deliver their digital content in interactive ways. BE allows them to build a customizable platform that supports a wide range of revenue opportunities. 

We have a full-time opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Engineering Team. 

As part of the Engineering team, you will work on an award-winning digital platform, and work across various stages of the software development cycle in a wide range of development projects. You will use your proven experience in .NET to heighten our current and future projects. You will help shape the culture and success of our Engineering department. 

This is a great opportunity for a developer who has about 5+ years of experience working with .NET applications as part of a professional team. Solid experience with C# and SQL is essential. 

 In this role, you will:

• Design and develop key software components and services for PressReader applications, primarily focusing on the backend, but also contributing to the frontend as needed.
• Deliver code with top-tier quality while adhering to development best practices, employing test-driven development methodologies, and supporting test automation.
• Engage in estimating project efforts and timelines for delivery.
• Take charge in conducting peer design and code reviews.
• Identify technical, schedule, and other potential project risks, providing pertinent feedback.
• Actively collaborate with teammates and maintain effective communication with project stakeholders to ensure smooth and predictable project progression.
• Create and uphold high-caliber technical documentation outlining software designs and solutions.
• Coach and/or mentor junior engineers on the team.

You may be a great fit if you have:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in developing .NET applications.
• Proficient in crafting reliable and scalable software systems.
• Mastery in building backend services using C# and SQL.
• Proven experience in constructing micro-services utilizing Docker/Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in refactoring complex code to enhance testability and maintainability.
• Knowledge or experience in test-driven development and agile/iterative development methodologies.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, coupled with strong interpersonal abilities.
• A team-player mindset with a willingness to broaden skills and actively contribute ideas and knowledge.

 Bonus points if you:

• Have experience with a modern front-end development framework (Angular, React, or Vue.js).
• Hold a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science.

 Why us for your next career adventure? 

PressReader offers a hybrid work environment to balance the flexibility of working from home and being together to collaborate, celebrate, and connect. This position is based in our Richmond, BC office and requires to be on-premises three days a week. When not in the office, employees have the opportunity to work remotely.  

PressReader is committed to providing a fair compensation package which include a 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision benefit plan; 15 paid vacation days to start; health and wellness days and bereavement days; reimbursements for professional training and membership in professional associations; fitness subsidy and more, along with a chance to be working with amazing people. The pay range for this role is $110,000 to $130,000, depending on experience. 

We thank everyone who is interested in our role. Only qualified candidates legally eligible to work in Canada will be directly contacted for this position.  

If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed for this job, we still encourage you to apply. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive and diverse company and we welcome applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, sexual identification, and life experiences. If you require accommodation in completing any pre-employment assessments or applications, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please email [email protected].  

Finally, sometimes emergencies happen and you may need to reschedule an interview. We understand. Please let us know without worrying about losing the opportunity or your credibility.  

To apply, please submit your resume, and a cover letter explaining why you are the right person for this role.  

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate.   

We can’t wait to meet you!