Software development engineer (F/M)

Software Engineer
Candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada at the time of application. As a leader in Lawful and Location Intelligence, SS8 helps make societies safer. Our commitment is to extract, analyze, and visualize the critical intelligence that gives law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and emergency services the real-time insights that help save lives. Our high performance, flexible, and future-proof solutions also enable mobile network operators to achieve regulatory compliance with minimum disruption, time, and cost. SS8 is seeking a Software Engineer to help design, build, and maintain automated testing systems that ensure the reliability and performance of our products. In this role, you will collaborate closely with engineering teams to develop automation solutions, enhance testing frameworks, and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
This position is well suited for someone who enjoys solving challenging problems in Linux-based environments and leveraging modern development tools, including AI-assisted coding, to build efficient and scalable testing systems.
Expanding and improving automated testing frameworks to support new product capabilities
Improving reliability and coverage across CI/CD pipelines
Working with engineering teams to diagnose and resolve product and customer issues
Applying AI-assisted development tools to improve testing efficiency while maintaining high code quality
Integrate new product functionality into the company’s automated test frameworks using Groovy, Cypress, and other tools as required
Develop new functionality and perform unit, functional, and system testing in accordance with SS8’s software development lifecycle
Participate in code reviews and test case reviews to maintain high-quality engineering standards
Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve technical and customer-reported issues
Use AI-assisted development tools to improve efficiency in building automated testing systems while maintaining code quality and reliability
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)

• 3+ years of software development experience using Java, JavaScript, or Python
• 3+ years of experience working in Linux environments
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and hands-on troubleshooting experience
• Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD concepts and tools such as Jenkins, Ansible, or similar technologies
• Experience using AI coding tools to support software development, improve scripts, and enhance testing practices while maintaining clean, maintainable code

Familiarity with modern development practices, including Test-Driven Development (TDD)
Experience building or supporting cloud-based solutions in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
At SS8 Networks, our approach to flexible work is centered on trust and optimized for culture, connection, clarity, and the evolving needs of our business. The work location of this role is hybrid, meaning it will be performed both from home and from an SS8 office on select days, as determined by the business needs of the team.
SS8 is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.