Web Application Developer jobs in Halifax, NS

Join Our Team!

At Maplewave, we believe great technology starts with great people!

We're looking for an experienced Senior Software Developer to join our Paperless Product team. In this role, you'll help build and enhance our Paperless platform, deliver high-quality software solutions, and collaborate with talented colleagues to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

If you're a collaborative problem-solver who takes pride in writing quality code, tackling technical challenges, and sharing your expertise, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Be Doing

As our Senior Software Developer, you'll play an important role in developing and enhancing our Paperless platform while ensuring our solutions meet high standards for quality, performance, and reliability.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Software Development: Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions that align with functional requirements and established coding and architecture standards.
• Technical Ownership: Take ownership of assigned features from development through testing and delivery, ensuring quality and accountability throughout the process.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Develop and execute automated unit tests and manual tests to validate functionality, identify edge cases, and maintain software quality.
• Code Quality: Participate in code reviews, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous improvements in development practices and standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with developers, business analysts, product stakeholders, and support teams to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Technical Problem-Solving: Investigate and resolve complex technical challenges while identifying opportunities to improve application functionality and reliability.
• Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: Support junior developers by sharing technical expertise, providing guidance, and promoting development best practices.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute ideas and improvements to development processes, software architecture, and overall product quality.
• Project Delivery: Manage priorities, communicate progress, and deliver assigned work within established timelines.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with a collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and a passion for building great software.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma or degree in Computer Science, Software Development, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong professional software development experience, with the ability to independently manage complex development tasks.
• Advanced knowledge of one or more programming languages or frameworks, such as Ruby on Rails, C, Delphi, Java, HTML/CSS, C#, or .NET.
• Familiarity with Ruby on Rails and an interest in working with this technology.
• Experience working with both Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Strong understanding of software development principles, coding standards, and application architecture.
• Hands-on experience with automated unit testing, functional testing, and software quality assurance.
• Knowledge of web development and user interface design best practices.
• Experience using version control systems such as Git or Perforce.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.

What Will Help You Succeed:

• A strong sense of ownership and accountability for the quality of your work.
• A collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams.
• A willingness to mentor others and share your knowledge.
• Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning.
• A detail-oriented mindset and a passion for delivering reliable, well-tested software.

Why Maplewave?

At Maplewave, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in creating an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work.

Our culture is guided by five core values:

• Care Deeply: We put people first and genuinely want everyone to succeed.
• Be Humbly Confident: We bring expertise to the table while remaining open to learning from others.
• Do the Right Thing: We act with integrity and make decisions for the right reasons.
• Do What You Say: We take ownership, deliver quality work, and follow through on our commitments.
• Continuous Curiosity: We embrace learning, innovation, and opportunities to improve.

You'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful technology solutions, collaborate with talented colleagues, and continue developing your expertise in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about software development, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to contribute to a team that values innovation, quality, and collaboration, we encourage you to apply!

We look forward to learning more about you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Maplewave is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are committed to fair employment practices and providing opportunities for professional growth and development.

AI Usage Disclaimer

Maplewave leverages AI-powered assistive tools in the initial pre-screening phase of our recruitment process to efficiently review applications for relevant qualifications, skills, and experience. It's crucial to understand that while AI helps streamline these initial steps, human involvement remains a critical and integral part of our process; our talent acquisition team conducts all final reviews, makes progression decisions, and ensures a fair and unbiased evaluation of every candidate.

We are committed to transparency and regularly audit our AI tools to mitigate bias, handling all personal information with strict confidentiality and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws.

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Application question(s):

• What are your annual base salary expectations (CAD) for this position?
• Do you have professional experience developing applications using Ruby on Rails?
• Which programming languages or frameworks have you worked with professionally?
• Have you independently taken ownership of software features from development through testing and delivery?

Experience:

• Software development: 3 years (required)

Location:

• Halifax, NS (required)

Work Location: In person