(Remote) Senior Software Engineer

About the position

Join Harris' Systems & Software, a pioneering force in the Utility CIS arena, as a Senior Software Engineer. Our focus is on developing business applications that push technological boundaries. In this role, you will engineer backend solutions primarily for billing systems, designing new features and maintaining our industry-leading software package. Your contributions will propel our customers and the entire utility sector forward. We are particularly interested in engineers who have robust experience in backend billing and accounting applications, specifically within the utility industry. You will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field, equipped with cutting-edge tools and technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide backend technical leadership and mentorship to team members.
• Lead design reviews and support Professional Services, R&D, and Support Departments with escalated technical issues.
• Work alongside QA to promote best practices, ensuring high quality across the team.
• Manage and participate in code reviews, providing critical feedback on backend designs and code.
• Identify and address potential risks that could affect project timelines.
• Implement accounting best practices in the design of backend billing and reporting applications.
• Support utilities in financial auditing processes.

Requirements

• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Math, Accounting, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience with a strong focus on backend development.
• A strong grasp of mathematical concepts and a passion for problem-solving.
• Proficient in Unix/Linux environments.
• Experienced with Oracle and PL/SQL or MS SQL Server and Transact-SQL.
• Demonstrates excellent work ethic, initiative, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Eager to learn and excel, both independently and as part of a team.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience programming in COBOL.
• Deep expertise in backend development for billing and/or accounting applications.
• Fundamental knowledge of double-entry accounting, especially including knowledge of how cash transactions can post to both sides of the ledger.
• Strong familiarity with the utility sector.
• Proven track record of working directly with clients.

Benefits

• The opportunity to work on challenging projects
• 3 weeks' vacation and 5 personal days
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage from your first day of employment
• Employee stock ownership and RRSP/401k matching programs
• Flexible work options