Software Engineer, Development & Deployment

About Advantage Group International
Advantage Group International is the global intelligence partner transforming B2B collaboration. We deliver real-time, AI-powered insights that bring foresight and clarity to strengthen partnerships, empower better decisions, and drive sustainable growth.
Our unique intelligence model goes beyond basic reporting to turn complexity into clarity, providing businesses with trusted, actionable insights that drive stronger relationships between suppliers and retailers. With presence across more than 40 markets, we’re redefining how industries connect, collaborate, and grow.
As Advantage continues to expand and innovate globally, we’re seeking curious, collaborative, and impact-driven professionals to help shape the future of insight-led partnership and growth.
Shape the future of collaboration at a global intelligence company redefining how businesses grow.

• Work with global teams and leaders in an agile, high-performing environment.
• Advantage Group International is seeking a hands-on Senior Software Developer to join our lean, highly collaborative Digital team. If you view software engineering as a craft and enjoy solving complex problems across the entire stack—from database to front-end—you’ll fit right in.

We’re looking for a versatile full-stack developer with 8+ years of experience and a strong record of delivering high-quality production systems. You should be equally comfortable architecting backend services, building clean web interfaces, optimizing database queries, and mentoring teammates.
Has 8+ years of experience developing software, with a track record of successful production deployments and a portfolio that showcases their dedication to the craft of software engineering.

• Is a developer who can work with our full stack (Python/Django, and Vue/Nuxt), who has at least 5 years of Python and JavaScript experience (particularly in web application development or data engineering contexts), and is also excited about exploring other emerging tools. Experience with Java/Spring Boot will also help you stand out.
• Possesses the technical skills to work with all aspects of the application: UI, web services, databases, CI/CD, and automated testing tools, with a focus on quality and maintainability.
• Has hands-on experience with AI coding tools (e.g., Thrives in a small, multi-disciplinary, agile team environment, valuing collaboration and direct communication over rigid processes.
• Is passionate about software craftsmanship and assisting us in growing our development methodology, focusing on lean and effective practices.
• Has leadership skills – can mentor other team members, champion new ideas, promote sound technical solutions, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Currently – in production – a variety of internal applications and external systems are used to create surveys, analyze responses, and report the results. We are maintaining current production systems and enhancing their functionality and performance. Work as an integral part of an agile team to design, implement, and iterate on solutions for new features, and help resolve complex problems with a pragmatic approach.

• Work not only with full-stack applications (Python/Django/FastAPI, Vue/Nuxt), but also enhance reports and surveys with custom scripts and extensions.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors to ensure they provide functional and stable solutions that are well-coded and meet technical and business requirements.
• Mentor other team members, championing software design principles, defensive programming, code hygiene, critical thinking, and an agile mindset.
• Perform application configuration and deployment; Python: At least 5 years of professional experience using Python for application development (e.g., with frameworks like Django), scripting, or data engineering.
• Frontend: Typical UI libraries/frameworks such as Vue, React, and utility-first CSS frameworks like Tailwind CSS.
• Databases: Analyzing and querying relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• DevOps & Tools: Linux, common development tools such as Maven, Git, Jenkins (or similar CI/CD tools).
• Proven experience working effectively within an Agile (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) development methodology, focusing on iterative delivery and continuous feedback.

Software architecture and design patterns, with an ability to choose appropriately for the task at hand.

• Software development processes and methodologies, particularly those that emphasize agility and lean principles.
• How the internet works ( REST APIs, etc.).
• Software and Internet security best practices, privacy considerations (e.g., The discipline and self-motivation to be highly productive in an agile, and at times, less structured environment.
• A creative thinker: able to come up with novel solutions to established problems and evaluate their business benefit.
• Business-savvy: able to interact effectively with both business specifications and technical requirements.
• Detail-oriented: paying close attention and noticing minor details that contribute to quality.
• A problem-solver at heart, who sees software engineering as a craft to be honed.

Advantage Group embraces flexible working to meet the needs and preferences of our employees. This role is  primarily remote , with the option to work in person at our Toronto office or as requested by your manager.
Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use: Please be advised that The Advantage Group International uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of resumes. This tool helps us identify strong matches, which are then manually evaluated by our hiring team for interview selection.
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