Software Development Engineer

Who we are:

At Wagepoint, we're good people. It's easy to feel that way when you're surrounded by folks doing the best work of their careers, building great payroll software for small businesses across Canada.

Our team brings together diverse backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and ideas to make payroll the easiest part of running a business.

We're remote-first, growing, and looking for passionate people who don't settle for the first solution or the way it's been done before. We care deeply about our customers and each other, and understand that when it comes to payroll, getting it right matters.

Our values guide how we work and what we expect from one another:

• Cultivate Impact by focusing on what matters most and delivering meaningful outcomes for our customers.

• Unify as One Team by collaborating openly, communicating clearly, and rallying around shared goals.

• Stay Curious and Kind by challenging assumptions, learning quickly, and leading with empathy.

If you want to build the future of payroll in a place where your ideas are welcomed and your contributions matter, look no further!

The role at high level:

“Great code doesn’t just solve problems—it anticipates them.”

We're looking for a talented Software Development Engineer (Intermediate) who enjoys tackling hard problems and wants to create meaningful impact for small businesses across Canada. As a Software Development Engineer, you'll contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of features across the stack. This role is ideal for a growth-oriented engineer looking to deepen their technical expertise while contributing to high-quality, scalable software. You'll be supported in learning infrastructure best practices, participating in code reviews, and starting to mentor peers as you grow your impact. You will report directly to our Engineering Manager.

What you'll be expected to own:

• Ship real features: Take end-to-end ownership of stories across the full stack, from writing the code to testing it and seeing it land in production.

• Keep the house clean: Tackle bugs and tech debt with a quality-first mindset. Our codebase has history, and you'll play a real role in making it better.

• Make code reviews count: Engage genuinely in reviews: absorb what your teammates know, and bring your own perspective to the table.

• Collaborate without silos: Work closely with teammates across engineering to share context, unblock each other, and ship better together.

• Use AI as a real tool: We actively use AI to write faster, review smarter, and innovate — you'll be expected to bring that same mindset to your daily workflow.

What you bring to the table:

• 2–4 years of experience in software development with exposure to full stack technologies.

• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., C#, JavaScript, Python).

• Familiarity with front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular) and back-end APIs.

• Strong interest in growing technical skills and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• You apply best practices such as SOLID, DRY, and KISS to write maintainable, readable code.

• You communicate progress, blockers, and questions clearly — in standups and beyond.

• Actively leverage and improve AI tools daily to accelerate code generation, review, and quality assurance.

Bonus points if:

• Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and CI/CD practices.

• Experience with RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs.

• Familiarity with GitHub Actions or similar CI/CD tooling.

• Prior work in payroll, fintech, or HR technology.

What we bring to the table:

• Impact : Dig in and directly contribute to Wagepoint’s growth and success.

• Culture : Work alongside a team that genuinely enjoys solving problems together, celebrates wins, supports one another through challenges, and still finds time for the occasional terrible joke.

• Growth : We believe learning is part of the job. We’re committed to helping you Get Better Every Day (a representation of our Stay Curious and Kind value!) by offering professional development, new experiences, and career growth as we continue to evolve.

• Innovation : Curiosity and experimentation encouraged! Bring ideas, challenge assumptions, responsibly utilize AI, and help shape better ways of working.

• Remote : Work from wherever you do your best work. Wagepoint has always been remote-first, giving you flexibility, autonomy, and hopefully a little extra time with the people (and pets) you love.

Ready to join the team? Apply now and help us continue making payroll the easiest part of running a business.

Next steps:

If this sounds like the right fit, we’d love to hear from you! No need for a formal cover letter, just send us your resume and if you’d like, a few lines about what excites you about the opportunity.

If we agree it's a great match, someone from our team will reach out to schedule a call.

Psssst!

In 2026, we were recognized as one of Canada's Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness and Inclusion. That commitment extends to our hiring process, where we strive to create an experience that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive from day one.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and perspectives, and we're committed to building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

As a remote company, all interviews are conducted virtually. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We're happy to support you!

As part of our hiring process, AI-based tools are used to support the initial review of applications. Rest assured, our People Ops team carefully reviews all applications and makes the final decisions on candidate progression.