Senior Software Developer, Search

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Software Developer, Search based in Canada.

Join a forward-thinking engineering team building intelligent search technologies that power modern digital experiences. This role offers the opportunity to solve complex technical challenges across distributed systems, platform engineering, and artificial intelligence. You will contribute to scalable search solutions that support a global product ecosystem and deliver value to organizations worldwide. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you will design, develop, and optimize high-impact software capabilities. The position is ideal for a senior developer passionate about innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement. You will have the autonomy to influence architecture decisions while helping shape the future of intelligent search.

Accountabilities:: As a Senior Software Developer, Search, you will play a key role in designing and evolving scalable search capabilities while collaborating with engineering and product teams. Your responsibilities will include:

Designing, developing, and optimizing search functionalities using C++ or Java within a large-scale software platform.

Building and improving platform services, APIs, and extensibility mechanisms that enable search capabilities across multiple products.

Contributing to the integration, evolution, and optimization of advanced search technologies.

Enhancing interoperability between internal platforms, external systems, and complementary search solutions.

Analyzing existing services and contributing to the architecture of new capabilities focused on scalability, reliability, and performance.

Collaborating with Product Managers, Architects, Data Scientists, and Software Developers to deliver impactful technical solutions.

Participating in technical discussions, design decisions, and continuous improvements across the engineering ecosystem.

Applying strong problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges and improve product quality.

Taking ownership of development initiatives while promoting best practices in software engineering.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced software developer with strong technical expertise and a passion for building scalable, high-quality solutions. Required qualifications and skills include:

5+ years of professional software development experience using C++ or Java.

Experience designing and delivering scalable, reusable, and maintainable software within complex product or platform environments.

Strong understanding of software architecture, backend development, and system design principles.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to navigate multiple technologies and system boundaries.

Experience collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and contributing to shared technical goals.

Ownership mindset, curiosity, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning.

Experience with large-scale search technologies such as Elasticsearch, OpenSearch, Vespa, or similar platforms is a strong asset.

Experience building backend services, APIs, developer platforms, or product integrations.

Knowledge of distributed systems and cloud-native applications.

Understanding of information retrieval, indexing, query execution, vector search, or AI-powered search technologies is considered an advantage.

Benefits:

The position offers an environment focused on innovation, growth, and professional development, including:

Flexible work modes, including remote, hybrid, and in-person options depending on location and team needs.

Opportunity to work on impactful AI-driven technologies and large-scale search solutions.

Collaborative environment with experienced engineers, architects, and multidisciplinary teams.

Continuous learning opportunities and exposure to advanced technologies.

Inclusive workplace culture that values diverse perspectives and equal opportunities.

Supportive environment designed to encourage career growth and technical excellence.

Accessible recruitment process with accommodations available when required.

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