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Sonova

Senior Software Developer

Kitchener, ON · Hybrid

Kitchener, Ontario - Hybrid Senior Software Developer Join Sonova's Manufacturing Software team and help develop the sophisticated solutions that power our production while enabling data-driven ...

Syntronic

Lead Software Developer (AOSP)

Waterloo, ON

CA$140K - CA$170K/yr

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to drive the design, development, and maintenance of complex software products within the Android ecosystem. This role spans the entire Software Development ...

BinSentry

Software Developer - HD

Kitchener, ON · On-site

CA$70K - CA$90K/yr

As we scale up, we are looking for a Software Developer to help us build the software that is changing the face of the feed industry. This is a new vacancy due to growing business needs. Job Summary:

BinSentry

Software Developer - HD

Kitchener, ON

As we scale up, we are looking for a Software Developer to help us build the software that is changing the face of the feed industry. This is a new vacancy due to growing business needs. Job Summary:

Ford Motor Company

Software Developer

Waterloo, ON · Hybrid

Work in an agile team of software developers, test engineers, technical product managers and leads. * Own and develop software features end to end. * Investigate options for how to design new ...

BinSentry

Senior Software Developer - HD

Kitchener, ON · On-site

CA$100K - CA$140K/yr

As we scale up, we are looking for a Senior Software Developer to help us build the software that is changing the face of the feed industry. This is a new vacancy due to growing business needs. Job ...

Pagefreezer

Senior Software Developer (Remote)

Waterloo, ON · Remote

CA$110K - CA$145K/yr

What You'll Do as a Senior Software Developer * Design & Scale Robust Architecture: Develop and maintain systems using sound architectural principles, ensuring high availability, resource efficiency ...

Ag

Sr AI/ML Software Developer

Waterloo, ON · Hybrid

As a Senior AI/ML Software Developer, you will enhance core functionality-such as flight scheduling, dispatch and crew management -by integrating, scaling, and deploying machine learning models into ...

Agfa

Senior Software Developer Cloud

Waterloo, ON

We are seeking a Senior Software Developer to join our Waterloo team. As a vital member of our team, you will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, including design, implementation ...

Open Text Corporation

Lead Software Developer

Waterloo, ON · On-site

CA$118K - CA$168K/yr

As a Lead Software Developer, you will: * Provide strong leadership for the team, wielding technical and business influence beyond team boundaries. * Drive multi-team initiatives spanning diverse ...

OpenText

Sr Software Developer

Waterloo, ON

CA$86K - CA$130K/yr

As a Sr Software Developer, you will: * Provide strong leadership for the team, wielding technical and business influence beyond team boundaries. * Drive multi-team initiatives spanning diverse ...

Arcticwolf

Software Developer - S2CX

Waterloo, ON · On-site

... engineering challenges related to scalability, reliability, performance, latency, throughput, and cost efficiency in cloud-native environments. About You * Minimum 3 years of professional software ...

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What is a Jr software engineer?

Jr Software Engineers are entry-level professionals who assist in designing, developing, and maintaining software applications under the guidance of more experienced engineers. They typically handle coding tasks, debugging, and testing, while learning industry practices and tools on the job. This role is ideal for recent graduates or those new to the field, providing valuable hands-on experience and opportunities for skill development. Jr Software Engineers often work as part of a larger development team and contribute to various phases of the software development lifecycle.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Jr software engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Jr Software Engineer, you need a solid understanding of programming languages (such as Java, Python, or JavaScript), basic software development principles, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, integrated development environments (IDEs), and basic debugging tools is commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, a willingness to learn, and effective teamwork set excellent junior engineers apart. These competencies are essential for contributing to development projects, adapting to evolving technologies, and collaborating efficiently in a technical environment.

What are some common challenges faced by Jr software engineers when starting out, and how can they overcome them?

Jr Software Engineers often encounter challenges such as understanding large codebases, adapting to new development tools, and collaborating effectively within a team. It's common to feel overwhelmed at first, but seeking mentorship from senior engineers, actively participating in code reviews, and dedicating time to learn the team's workflow can help smooth the transition. Asking questions and embracing feedback are crucial for rapid learning and building confidence in the role.

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Infographic showing various Jr Software Engineer job openings in Waterloo, ON as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Software Engineer(s), Manulife Bank Technology Team

Manulife

Waterloo, ON

CA$86K - CA$136K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Join our Manulife Bank Technology Team!

We're looking for aSoftware Engineer with strong .NET and cloud experienceto help design, develop, and support scalable, high-performance business applications.

The ideal candidate will have experience building enterprise-grade solutions usingC#, .NET/.NET Core, cloud platforms, and modern software engineering practices.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, secure, and maintainable solutions that drive business value.


Position Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL processes using Azure Databricks and other Azure services. These processes are designed to extract data from multiple sources, transform it into meaningful formats, and load it into data lakes or data warehouses.

  • Develop and optimize Spark jobs for performance and cost-efficiency. Enhance data pipeline efficiency, reliability and cost-effectiveness by applying best practices and aligning with industry standards.

  • Implement data quality checks and monitoring to ensure data accuracy and reliability.

  • Implement monitoring and alerting systems to proactively detect and resolve issues with data pipeline.

  • Build and maintain Azure Databricks pipelines, RESTful APIs, databases, and serverside services, with a focus on performance, reliability, and security

  • Collaborate with crossfunctional partners to translate business needs into welldesigned technical solutions

  • Apply engineering best practices including clean code, peer reviews, automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and version control

  • Conduct technical investigations to reduce delivery risk and validate design decisions

  • Troubleshoot issues, resolve defects, and continuously improve application performance and efficiency

  • Contribute to documentation related to design, deployment, maintenance, and operational support

  • Participate in team ideation sessions, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement activities

Required Qualifications:

  • Strong experience developing enterprise applications using C#, .NET Core/.NET 8+, ASP.NET Core, and related Microsoft technologies.

  • Proven experience designing and implementing scalable, maintainable, and secure applications using modern .NET frameworks and architectural patterns.

  • Handson experience with SQL databases and microservicesbased architectures

  • Experience developing applications in the cloud on Azure or another major public cloud platform

  • Familiarity with API development, CI/CD practices, and secure coding principles

  • Experience working collaboratively in agile, crossfunctional teams

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience building ETL Pipelines using Azure Databricks, PySpark etc.

  • Exposure to DevOps or DevSecOps practices and tooling

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. If your background doesn't match every qualification listed but you believe you could contribute and grow in this role, we encourage you to apply.

When you join our team:

We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact hr@manulife.com.

Referenced Salary Location

Waterloo, Ontario

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$86,100.00 CAD - $136,100.00 CAD

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact hr@manulife.com for the salary range for your location.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact hr@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.

We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement.

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