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Senior Software Engineer/Developer in Ottawa, ON

Senior Software Engineer/Developer Job Description

Senior Software Engineers/Developers in Canada are experienced professionals who play a critical role in the software development lifecycle (SDLC) within a company. They leverage in-depth technical knowledge and strong coding skills to design, develop, test, and deploy complex software applications.

Typical Senior Software Engineer/Developer Duties:

Analyze and translate business requirements into technical solutions. Participate in all phases of the SDLC, including design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance. Lead or mentor junior developers, providing guidance and technical expertise. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following coding standards and best practices. Design, develop, and implement unit tests and integration tests to ensure code quality and functionality. Collaborate with other developers, designers, product managers, and stakeholders throughout the development process. Troubleshoot and debug complex software issues efficiently. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve code quality.

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Salary for Senior Software Engineer/Developer in Ottawa, ON
118590 - 158790
25th percentile
118590
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
139193
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
158790
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
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