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About Us

YuJa, Inc. is a leading provider of cloud-based digital compliance and accessibility solutions for regulated sectors worldwide. Serving clients in higher education, K-12, government, and healthcare, YuJa enables organizations to meet evolving regulatory demands while delivering engaging, secure, and accessible digital experiences. Our platforms such as Lumina (video), Panorama (LMS accessibility), EqualGround (governance), and Verity (proctoring) are rigorously tested for compliance, audited, and secured.

For over a decade, YuJa has been dedicated to building not only innovative digital compliance and accessibility solutions, but also a workplace where our people can thrive. We invest in our employees by fostering career growth, continuous learning, and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, inclusivity, and belonging, where every team member's contributions are valued and their voices are heard. Just as we help institutions and organizations worldwide achieve their goals, we are equally committed to supporting the success of our people and making a positive impact in the communities we serve.Meet the YuJa family hereand see what makes YuJa special!

About the Role

We're looking for a Software Developer - Internal Tools who combines strong software engineering fundamentals with hands-on experience managing internal systems and infrastructure.In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain automation solutions that improve the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of YuJa's internal technology ecosystem. You will work across software development, cloud infrastructure, identity management, enterprise applications, and automation workflows to build tools and systems that enable our teams to operate effectively.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems, building internal platforms, automating repetitive processes, and working at the intersection of software engineering and infrastructure. The ideal candidate is curious, proactive, and comfortable owning solutions end-to-end: from designing a workflow to writing the code that powers it.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation tools and internal applications using languages such as NodeJS, Typescript, Java.
• Build solutions to automate employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, offboarding, account provisioning, and access management.
• Develop and maintain integrations between enterprise applications including Google Workspace, Microsoft Entra ID, BambooHR, Jira, Salesforce, and Freshworks.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following software engineering best practices.
• Troubleshoot and optimize internal systems, applications, and infrastructure through systematic debugging and root cause analysis.
• Design and implement scalable workflows that improve operational efficiency and reduce manual processes.
• Manage and enhance identity and access management solutions including SSO, MFA, RBAC, and authentication workflows.
• Build and maintain scripts, utilities, and tools used across internal teams.
• Work with APIs, web services, and system integrations to connect business applications.
• Support deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of internal infrastructure and applications.
• Collaborate with Engineering teams to understand technical requirements and deliver reliable solutions.
• Participate in infrastructure improvements including backup solutions, disaster recovery, security enhancements, and system optimization.
• Maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational runbooks.

About You

• 2-3 years of relevant hands-on IT administration experience and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience building internal automation platforms or developer tools.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation.
• Experience with tools such as Git, Terraform, Ansible, Docker, or Kubernetes.
• Experience with cybersecurity practices, endpoint security, and vulnerability management.
  

Certifications (Nice to Have)

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Security+
• CCNA
• RHCSA
• AZ-104 (Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate)
  

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

Why You'll Love Working Here

YuJa is a multiple-time honoree on Forbes' list of Best Start-Up Employers in America. We offer a competitive compensation package that include a base salary betweenCAD 80,000 to CAD 90,000/yearand comprehensive benefits and engagement opportunities.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Health, vision, and dental benefits, 100% employer-paid
• Additional benefits include RRSP, gym subsidies, and more
• Work-life balance including flexible work hours to create an ideal work-life balance
• Paid sick days and flex days

Team Engagement:

• Fun activities and celebrations, including Canada Day Trip, Saint Patrick's Day Party, Halloween Costume Contests, Holiday Dinner Party, and more
• Office perks including company-provided snacks, drinks and events
• Employee recognition programs, such as gift cards and "Employee of the Week" rewards
• Professional growth including continuous learning opportunities and reimbursements to support personal and professional development
• Hands-on experience working with senior-level business leaders
  

Schedule

This is an office-based role with standard hours from Monday to Friday.

How to Apply

This job is exclusively directed towards candidates already in Canada. You may apply directly online via this site by submitting your resume and academic transcripts.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Accommodations

YuJa is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and work environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you require reasonable accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. You may indicate your accommodation needs by contacting us directly at careers@yuja.com. We will work with you to provide appropriate accommodations to support your participation in the hiring process. All accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.