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Purolator

Delivery Engineering

Kitchener, ON

PDL is a well-funded startup within Purolator, a progressive and profitable Canadian company. This ... Work management platforms (Azure DevOps, Jira) for backlog management, sprint planning, and ...

Alpaca

Product Manager, Crypto

Waterloo, ON · On-site

... Engineering, and/or starting a startup, preferably within crypto, brokerage, exchanges, or financial infrastructure. - Demonstrated depth on at least one core crypto product surface: exchange ...

CIMA+

System Integrator (Renewable)

Guelph, ON

Perform PLC, RTAC, RTU and SCADA programming, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), site startup, commissioning, training, troubleshooting, and provide ongoing support.

Applied Brain Research

ASIC Architect

Waterloo, ON

ABR Overview Applied Brain Research has been a prominent developer of advanced AI solutions for ... Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment. * Coding skill in Python and C/C++ a plus. ABR ...

BinSentry

Electronics Technician

Kitchener, ON · On-site

Electronics Technologist Diploma or Electronics Engineering Degree * 3-5 years of experience in ... startup in the AgTech (agriculture technology) industry. Our sensors help monitor inventory for ...

PPG

Line Leader

Cambridge, ON

CA$32/hr

Lead daily production operations, including line startup, shutdown, break coordination, and ... Postsecondary education in Manufacturing, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field is ...

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How much do developer startup jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for developer startup in Waterloo, ON is $118,801.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,513.00 and $142,651.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a developer startup?

To thrive as a Developer at a startup, you need strong coding abilities, familiarity with agile development methodologies, and a solid understanding of software engineering principles, often evidenced by a degree in computer science or related field. Experience with modern programming languages, cloud platforms, version control systems like Git, and sometimes full-stack or DevOps tools is highly valued. Resourcefulness, adaptability, and effective communication are vital soft skills in the fast-paced startup environment. These skills and qualities are essential for rapidly building and iterating products, collaborating with small teams, and responding swiftly to changing business needs.

What unique challenges do developers face when working at a startup compared to larger companies?

Developers at startups often handle a wider range of responsibilities, from designing system architecture to fixing urgent bugs, due to smaller team sizes and limited resources. The work environment tends to be fast-paced and dynamic, with priorities and product goals that can rapidly change in response to user feedback or market needs. This means developers must be adaptable, self-driven, and comfortable with ambiguity, frequently multitasking and picking up new technologies as needed. However, this also creates significant opportunities for professional growth, hands-on experience with various technologies, and a direct impact on the product and company’s success.

What is a developer startup?

A Developer Startup job typically involves building and scaling software products for early-stage companies. Developers in startups often work across multiple areas, including frontend, backend, and infrastructure, due to smaller team sizes. They need to adapt quickly, solve complex problems, and collaborate closely with founders and other team members. The role may also involve rapid prototyping, optimizing code for scalability, and integrating new technologies as the business evolves. It's a dynamic position that requires flexibility, creativity, and a strong problem-solving mindset.

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Systems Designer/Engineer, Nuclear

ATS Automation

Cambridge, ON

CA$32.69 - CA$44.95/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world. 

At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do matters - both to our customers and to their customers. With 1000 skilled employees around the world, we design, build and service mission-critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation. Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget.  Combined with our broad product portfolio, financial strength and global presence, we provide our customers with the best automation solutions wherever and whenever they need them.

Total Compensation & Benefits
  • Pay Rate: $32.69 - $44.95 per hour 
  • Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus 
  • Stock Purchase Plan  
  • 3 Weeks Vacation  
  • Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account  
  • Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ’s and lunches, weekly snack day, etc.)  
  • Employee Development Programs 
Role Overview

As a Systems Designer/Engineer - Nuclear you are responsible for learning technical aspects of a project and overseeing systems engineering activities specific to the project. You will work with the customer, ATS project manager, and the ATS design, assembly, and software teams to design the solutions that meet the customer's requirements. You will get the opportunity to develop into a technical leader by taking on the following 3 roles: 1) understanding the customer's technology and process and becoming the subject matter expert in the equipment/system, 2) providing project technical clarity by defining system requirements and validating system capability, and 3) being the technical leader on the system from cradle to launch, guiding the design team in ensuring project technical requirements are met. You will support technical execution of the project, contribute to risk mitigation, and drive improvements in quality, cost, and delivery. 

Specific Responsibilities

Subject Matter Expertise 

  • Learn the customer process and become the local expert in it, to support the design, integration, and verification of the machines/tools/systems. 
  • Prepare component and system level analysis, calculations, or studies including but not limited to: 
    • Structural integrity
    • Functional capability, drive sizing - speeds, strokes, loads, etc.
    • Accuracy, Gauge R&R
    • Pressure/flow/heat transfer
    • Compliance with applicable codes and standards.
    • Prepare (or assist in preparation of) technical project documents such as Failure Modes and Effects Analyses and Safety Risk Assessments, ALARA reports, installation/commissioning plans, operating sequence/flowcharts, execution storyboards, operating and maintenance manuals, etc. 

Requirements Definition and Verification 

  • Assist in compiling and documenting design requirements, technical/functional specifications, etc.
  • Learn, understand and flow down customer and industry requirements, including applicable codes and standards, to ensure overall machine compliance.
  • Prepare vendor technical specifications and interface with vendors of process critical third party equipment, including acceptance testing and buy-off of equipment at vendor site.
  • Using tools such as a Verification Matrix, plan for verification of all design/system requirements.
  • Lead (or support) requirements verification by evaluating engineering drawings and specifications for conformance to design inputs/requirements, performing analysis (calculations, simulations, etc.) and testing (POP testing, design validation testing, factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing).
  • Lead (or support) planning of Acceptance Testing, including preparation of test plans, ensuring availability of mock-ups, fixtures, test support equipment, etc., and performing test execution with the customer. 

Project Technical Leadership 

  • Be (or support) the project technical lead in Design Plan preparation, understand responsibilities for implementation, and perform design related activities in accordance with the Design Plan.
  • Perform (or assist in) problem solving and coordination of project engineering work.
  • Provide project support during system startup, integration and buy-off.
  • Lead (or participate in) design reviews with customers, vendors, and internal design groups  
  • Lead (or participate in) project technical risk mitigation activities during design stage, preparing CTRAs (concept technical risk assessments), and performing POP (proof of principle) testing.
  • Manage (or support the technical lead in managing) project technical risk throughout the project: highlight high risk areas and create mitigation plans to reduce risk. 

Employee responsibilities for Health, Safety and Environment include: 

  •  Work in conformance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures and compliance to legislative requirements
  • Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods
  • Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts, defect in any equipment or protective device, and any accidents/incidents to the supervisor
  • Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for assigned tasks
  • Attend all required health, safety and environmental training
  • Assist in investigating accidents/incidents where applicable
  • Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct 

Why should you join ATS Industrial Automation?

  • Be a part of an engaged, empowered and innovative global workforce
  • We offer a robust total rewards package- Competitive starting salaries, comprehensive health and dental benefits, overtime pay, employee bonus, RSP matching, Employee Share Purchase Program
  • We provide awesome work perks such as treat days, gourmet coffee and beverages, subsidized breakfast and lunches in our cafeteria, employee referral bonuses and lots more.
  • We are intentional about your professional growth and development through internal career opportunities and our educational reimbursement program.

The Compensation offered will be based on the local job market and may vary depending on factors such as the job-related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of these benefit plans will be provided when the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

This role represents an existing vacancy within the organization.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to personal disability. We would ask those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.

The ATS applicant tracking system may utilize AI software with pre‑defined, rule‑based filters to organize and manage application materials. Rule‑based filters operate solely on fixed criteria and do not perform autonomous evaluation or generate independent recommendations. All hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment. 

 If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply. 

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