Cision, Senior Software Developer, Software Engineer, AMER, Canada
At a glance
Senior Software Engineering role at Cision. Remote, Canada · CA$119,000–CA$137,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build software improvements that make systems more useful and efficient while limiting technical debt
- Turn high-level specifications into .NET solutions with AI agents and GitHub Copilot
- Work with engineering, product and stakeholder partners to shape specifications around product goals
- Direct AI-generated code toward functional, secure, performant results, using a test-first approach
- Coach newer engineers and share practices that strengthen collaboration across teams
What you bring
- At least six years in IT and solution delivery, or comparable education and experience
- A computer-related or business degree, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Practical skill with spec-led development, AI coding in VS Code and GitHub Copilot Agent Mode
- Experience with .NET and C#, plus SQL, Git, testing, REST services and messaging systems
- Familiarity with a front-end framework and databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL, plus Kubernetes
Who this fits
This senior role suits an engineer who can guide AI-assisted development while maintaining code quality, security and performance. You’ll work remotely from Canada and mentor less experienced engineers.
From the employer
At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate. Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow. Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you.
You will work closely with product, design, and data science teams to develop and enhance applications by managing AI intent within a spec-driven development framework. As a technical expert, you will help orchestrate AI agents to generate production-ready code and automated tests, utilizing multi-LLM workflows for code verification and quality assurance. You will provide recommendations on best practices for AI-native workflows while ensuring code maintainability, security, and performance. A solid understanding of the .NET stack and the entire SDLC is required to ensure efficient, spec-led project completion.
What You'll Do
- Develop solutions that add value and efficiency across systems while minimizing technical debt.
- Expertly use AI agents and GitHub Copilot to implement .NET solutions from high-level Specs.
- Collaborate closely with engineers, product owners, and stakeholders to meet product objectives and refine Specs.
- Maintain a "Test First" mentality by managing the intent of AI-generated code so that it meets the functional, security, and performance requirements of the product.
- Stay updated on technology trends and product roadmaps to guide development.
- Contribute to cross-functional business processes.
- Promote best practices, cross-team collaboration, and process continuity.
- Mentor less experienced engineers as they grow in their skills.
- Foster a collaborative culture based on trust and respect.
What You'll Bring
- Proficiency in Spec-Driven Development (SDD) and AI-native coding in VS Code.
- Expertise in GitHub Copilot Agent Mode and AI-driven debugging.
- .NET 6+ with C#
- SQL
- Git
- Unit Testing
- RESTful web services
- Messaging & queuing
- Front-end framework such as React
- MySQL
- Postgres
- Kubernetes
- Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Computer related subject area or related business field and six (6) or more year’s experience in Information Technology and solution delivery, or equivalent combination of education and experience in similar fields is required.
Pay Range$119,000—$137,000 CAD