Software Developer II

ForeFlight

$75K — $95K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 2 years of professional software development experience
  • Hands-on experience with Python
  • Working knowledge of Git/GitLab and Linux
  • Experience with XML and JSON data formats
  • Familiarity with Agile methodology and tools such as JIRA and Confluence
  • Fluent English for effective client communication

Responsibilities

  • Work on assigned Jira tickets within the Agile framework
  • Write and maintain Python code leveraging best practices
  • Develop and maintain automated tests using Gherkin/Behave
  • Document technical specifications in Confluence
  • Collaborate with clients to gather requirements and troubleshoot issues
  • Utilize Git/GitLab for version control and conduct code reviews
  • Coordinate team communication through Slack and JIRA
  • Travel internationally as necessary, up to 20% of the time

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model (2 days in the Montreal office)
  • Opportunity for international travel
  • Client-facing engagement that enhances consulting skills
  • Exposure to Agile workflows and modern development tools
  • Potential for collaboration with cross-functional teams
Full Job Description
Software Developer II (P2)

We are seeking a Software Developer II to join our Application Development team in Montreal. In this client-facing role, you will deliver work independently, write and maintain production Python code, build and maintain automated tests, and document your work, all within an Agile delivery model. You will collaborate closely with clients and teammates, and occasionally travel internationally to support project needs. Location: Montreal, Canada (Hybrid - 2 days/week on-site, for now)

Key Responsibilities:
• Pick up and work assigned Jira tickets as part of the team's Agile workflow
• Write, fix, and maintain code, primarily in Python
• Write and maintain automated tests (e.g., using Gherkin/Behave)
• Write and maintain technical documentation in Confluence
• Collaborate directly with clients to understand requirements and resolve issues
• Use Git/GitLab for version control and participate in code reviews
• Communicate and coordinate with the team via Slack and JIRA
• Travel internationally as needed, up to approximately 20% of the time

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical
experience
• Minimum 2 years of professional software development experience
• Mandatory hands-on experience with Python
• Working knowledge of Git/GitLab, Linux, and Bash scripting
• Experience with XML and JSON data formats
• Familiarity with Agile methodology and tools such as JIRA and Confluence
• Fluent English (written and verbal), required for client-facing work
• Able to work hybrid from the Montreal office (2 days/week) and travel internationally up to
20% of the time

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with Oracle databases
• Experience writing behavior-driven tests with Gherkin/Behave
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code / Cowork
• Prior client-facing consulting or professional services experience
• Strong collaboration and communication skills within cross-functional, distributed teams
• Pilot or aviation enthusiast

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