Software Engineer

Software Engineer

Work Location: 6080 Young Street, Halifax, NS (On-site, 5 days per week) 
Department: Engineering 
Reports To: Manager, Software Engineering

Employment Status: Full time, 40 hours per week 

We are looking for an experienced full stack developer with a demonstrable track record of contributing at a senior level to new and existing web-based applications and platforms. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Developing new features and integrations for a variety of internal and external business platforms, including Wireline and Mobile provisioning platforms.
• Working with clients to solve complex problems, providing options while ensuring they have the tailored solutions required to meet their objectives.
• Building reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Optimizing applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Adhering to best practices.
• Contributing to the evolution of our software development practices and architecture.

You’ll Also Bring 

• Post-Secondary Degree in Computer Science or equivalent knowledge level with at least 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Experienced Java developers, familiar with java frameworks and libraries, such as Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA, and Spring Security.
• Demonstrated passion for quality software architecture and best practices.
• Experience with using DevOps tools and methodologies (source control, unit testing, bug tracking, continuous integration.)
• Experience with RDBMS databases such as PostgreSQL and Oracle.
• Team player with strong communication skills; both verbal and written.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban.

What does success look like in this role?

• Embracing the importance of a good user experience
• Collaborating with teammates and clients of varying technical backgrounds, adapting your communication style to best match their needs
• Understanding the benefits of developing within a framework of established standards, best practices, and processes; exercising the required discipline to adhere to them.
• Developing your expertise and taking a proactive approach to staying current with new technologies and trends
• Always thinking about how we can do things better, contributing to workflow improvements and team discussions

About Eastlink 

Eastlink is proudly family-owned and headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia. After more than 50 years, we’ve grown from a small-town startup into one of Canada’s Best Managed companies without losing our entrepreneurial edge. We move fast. We try new things. We care about doing right by our customers, and we’re not afraid to take a different approach to make that happen.

Why Work with Us 

We could say we’re not your typical telecom, but what makes us different is how we operate day to day. At Eastlink, we’re a tight-knit team all working toward common goals. We’re big enough to do meaningful work, but small enough that you can actually make your mark. You won’t get stuck waiting for layers of approval or years of tenure to make an impact! We believe in getting involved, speaking up, and figuring things out together. We’re always listening, learning, and adapting because our customers (and our people) expect us to. And just like we invest in our network, we invest in you, with intention and for the long run.

When you join Eastlink, you'll enjoy: 

• Opportunities for internal growth and promotion 

• Paid vacation and holidays 

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits 

• Company pension plan with employer contributions 

• Employee discounts on Eastlink products and services 

We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We embrace diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility throughout all levels of the organization and encourage members of equity groups to self-identify during the application process. Need an accommodation during the hiring process? We encourage you to reach out and let us know how we can support your participation.