Software Engineer, Development & Deployment

Do you take genuine interest in how data moves through systems, and what happens when it doesn't? If you solve problems independently, reach for emerging and AI-powered technologies from the start, and hold yourself to a high standard without being told to, this opportunity is for you.
Dillon's IT Solutions team is looking for an Intermediate to Senior Developer with real depth on the database side, to fill an existing vacancy . This role carries significant database responsibility, including coverage of work normally handled by a dedicated DBA, alongside .NET application development and internal tooling.
This position is available at our office in London, Ontario on a hybrid basis.
Database and Data
Authoring, optimizing, and maintaining SQL Server stored procedures, views, and ad hoc scripts
diagnosing failures, tracing data lineage, and resolving root causes
Owning data traceability and audit trail requirements across business applications
Tuning queries and analyzing execution plans to address performance issues
Applying AI-assisted tools where appropriate to accelerate query development, automate repetitive scripting tasks, and support error checking and code review in database work
Developing and maintaining internal web applications using .NET (C#) and Blazor (MudBlazor component library)
Working with stakeholders and teammates during planning to understand requirements, flag technical considerations, and shape solutions before code gets written
Writing and maintaining automation scripts and tooling (PowerShell, Python, or similar)
Participating in code reviews and contributing to technical standards across the team
Collaborating with database and data team efforts to ensure application logic and data layer work together cleanly
Supporting CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes, helping the team ship reliably and with confidence
Leveraging AI coding tools to improve development throughput, code quality, and test coverage; Technical
Demonstrable SQL Server depth: stored procedure development and optimization, query tuning, execution plan interpretation, and schema-level understanding
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting ETL pipelines, with the ability to diagnose failures and trace issues to their source
Working knowledge of data traceability practices, including audit trail design, change tracking, and data lineage documentation
Solid .NET development experience (C#, ASP.NET Core) with recent or active Blazor exposure; Experience with Qlik or comparable BI/analytics platforms
able to assess what a script does, identify risks, and make targeted changes while maintaining full functionality
Demonstrated, practical use of AI-assisted development tools (such as GitHub Copilot or equivalent); expected to speak to specific workflows, prompt strategies, and quality control practices beyond the basic familiarity with AI tools
Non-Technical
ability to scope, research, and work through unfamiliar technical challenges without direction
Proven ability to work autonomously on longer-horizon deliverables, managing priorities and progress without frequent supervision
Demonstrates practical, disciplined use of AI development tools by applying critical review before generated output reaches production, and sharing effective workflows and practices across the team
Strong communication skills, including the ability to connect technical work to business outcomes and articulate implications of decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Bachelor's degree or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field — or equivalent practical experience demonstrating a strong foundation in software engineering principles.

It will be dependent on the successful applicant’s education, experience, and skills, in addition to internal equity and geographic region. Dillon reserves the right to pay outside of the posted range, contingent on factors unrelated to an applicant’s gender or other status protected by provincial and/or federal law.

Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences;
Dillon is a proudly Canadian, employee-owned, professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management. We partner with clients to provide committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions to complex, multi-faceted projects. With over 25 offices and more than 1100 employees across Canada, Dillon offers a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities.

The ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon
Dillon is committed to employment equity and an inclusive, diverse workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities. Technology Enablement and the Use of AI at Dillon
We invest in modern technologies to enable continuous improvement across the organization. Please be advised that Dillon Consulting utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) assisted tools to support parts of our recruitment process to increase efficiency and fairness. While AI supports this process, all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team.