Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience
5-10 years of hands-on experience in software development
3-5 years of experience managing teams
Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server, PHP, CodeIgniter, Laravel, Python is a plus
Strong understanding of web technologies applicable to business needs
Ability to translate business requirements into solutions
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills
Strong communication skills and relationship-building ability
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support of enterprise applications
Establish and maintain development standards and documentation practices
Apply Agile methodologies to enhance quality and delivery
Ensure a secure development environment that supports data privacy and security
Hire, coach, and develop a high-performing team of developers and specialists
Promote cross-training and a collaborative team culture
Partner with business leaders to translate priorities into development plans
Own delivery timelines to ensure projects meet schedules and budgets
Benefits
Competitive pay and benefits
Hybrid work environment
Challenging and rewarding work
Collegial and friendly atmosphere
Casual dress code
Focus on organizational values: Fun, Accountability, Creativity, Teamwork
Full Job Description
The role
The successful candidate will have a proven history of leading teams to deliver enterprise software within an on-premise model. The candidate will have experience collaborating with team leads, designers, product managers, quality control, documentation, and marketing team members to deliver high quality software features that exceed the expectations of the market.
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Lead the design, development, testing, deployment and ongoing support of enterprise applications in an on-premise environment.
Establish and maintain development standards, processes and documentation practices, including source control, code management and knowledge sharing.
Apply modern development practices, including Agile approaches, to improve quality, consistency and delivery outcomes.
Maintain a secure development environment by ensuring applications and processes support data privacy, security and operational reliability.
Team Leadership
Hire, coach and develop a high-performing team of developers and systems and database specialists.
Set clear goals, conduct performance reviews and support ongoing growth and accountability across the team.
Promote cross-training and collaboration to strengthen team resiliency, continuity and shared ownership.
Foster an inclusive, collaborative team culture that aligns with Edge's values and supports strong working relationships.
Stakeholder Partnership
Partner with business leaders, users and cross-functional teams to understand priorities and translate business needs into clear development plans.
Lead requirements discussions, communicate scope, timelines and trade-offs clearly, and support informed decision-making across technical and non-technical audiences.
Support user acceptance testing, implementation readiness and post-launch feedback to help ensure solutions meet agreed business requirements.
Delivery & Operational Excellence
Own delivery plans and execution timelines, ensuring projects are completed on schedule, within budget and with regular visibility for leadership.
Track performance against key delivery objectives and continuously improve processes to support efficient, high-quality outcomes.
Contribute as a hands-on leader when needed, with the ability to engage in coding, documentation, testing and deployment activities.
Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support team priorities and business objectives.
What we're looking for
Bring a college or university degree in computer science, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Have 5-10 years of hands-on experience in software development
Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, PHP, CodeIgniter, Laravel, Python considered an asset
Bring 3-5 years of experience leading or managing teams
Demonstrate a strong understanding of web technologies and the ability to apply technical knowledge to practical business needs.
Translate business requirements into clear priorities and solutions while working effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
Use sound analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Communicate clearly, build strong working relationships and operate effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Meet the company's criminal background check requirements as a condition of employment.
Be legally authorized to work in Canada.
What's in it for you
Competitive pay and benefits
Hybrid work environment
Challenging and rewarding work to be done
Collegial and friendly atmosphere
Casual dress code
Our values are a FACT: Fun, Accountability, Creativity and Teamwork
Physical requirements & work environment
Office environment
Ability to sit for extensive periods of time
Work location: Burlington, ON
Walking distance to local transit and Appleby Go Station.
We would like to thank all applicants in advance. Should you be selected for an interview you will be contacted directly.
