Software Developer
Location: Remote - Anywhere in Canada
The total target compensation (TTC) range, including salary and target bonus, is $76,300 - $125,350. This TTC range is applicable to permanent roles only. The actual base salary offered within this range will be determined by the successful candidate’s skills and experience, as well as internal equity.
Empire Life is looking to hire a Software Developer to join our Front Office & Security team! We are actively seeking candidates to fill a current, open position.
Why pursue this opportunity
Our mission - Provide expertise and intelligent solutions to help Canadians navigate life with confidence.
Join a transforming business - we are a medium-sized Canadian company in a stable industry that emphasizes the importance of innovation to use industry-leading technology.
Impactful work - get the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have a positive impact on our customers, our company, and society as a whole.
Hone your skills - this is an opportunity that allows for you to grow your technical, and functional skills.
What you’ll be working on
Software development of high quality, production ready applications and API’s
Deliver working software to production while working with the infrastructure, security and operations teams (aka DevOps) while we build Empire Life’s digital platform.
Contribute to automated testing with unit, functional and behavioural testing
Proactively work with internal network and security teams to monitor applicable applications and services
Troubleshoot problems and ensure resolution of issues
Research and investigate improvements; analyze and provide findings and recommendations to management
Own and improve the systems that power authentication and identity (CIAM) across all applications
Maintaining Auth0 integrations, managing configuration as code with Terraform, and building internal tools for support staff
Monitoring and debugging auth issues, analyzing user access data, and building tooling
Review code, mentor co-ops, and collaborate across teams
What we’re looking for you to have
3+ years work experience in full stack web development with practical knowledge and expertise in full stack software development.
Completion of a University degree, college diploma, technical training, and/or equivalent experience.
Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, React.js, HTML and CSS.
Demonstrated capability with the Django framework.
Proficiency in REST API development and database schema design/SQL query development.
Strong working knowledge of the Google Cloud Platform, including Google AppEngine, CloudSQL, Pub/Sub, and Cloud Functions.
Hands-on experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment, including Github Actions and Kubernetes deployments.
Demonstrated ability in automated testing (unit, functional, and behavioural) and load testing to ensure applications meet agreed-upon SLAs.
Ability to properly document delivered software using architectural decision records (ADRs) and OpenAPI specifications.
Ability to think logically, solve complex problems, and actively participate in discussions with both technical and business teams.
If you are applying for a position which is open to applicants across Canada, unless otherwise indicated in the position, language proficiency in English is required for communicating with customers, advisors, or employees across Canada.
Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results.
Beyond the salary
For permanent full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:
Hybrid work model
Competitive salaries with annual pay increases
Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non sales positions
Access to learning & development programs, and education/tuition reimbursement (role dependent), to support your professional growth and career advancement.
Competitive uncapped commission, for sales positions
A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, that includes life insurance, health and dental and a generous health account
Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.
Four weeks annual vacation from hire date
A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching
Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave
Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs
A cash employee referral program
To learn more about working at Empire Life, visit https://www.empire.ca/workatempire.
Get to know us
Empire life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and welcome everyone to participate in our application process. We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you don't believe you meet each unique qualification outlined. Applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.
Empire Life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to building an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require a specific adjustment to help you present your best self, please let us know—we are happy to work with you. If you need this job posting in an alternative format or have any accessibility questions, please contact [email protected].
