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Senior Software Engineer - Open Data Platform (ODP)

Acceldata· Engineering – R&D (Dev)
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Kitchener$100k - $140kFull-timePosted 6mo ago

About the role

Senior Software Engineer with 7+ years of experience in distributed systems or data platform development to design, build, and scale components of the Acceldata Open Data Platform (ODP).

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex features for the Open Source Data Platform.
  • Architect scalable and robust solutions, ensuring high performance and reliability.
  • Mentor and guide junior software engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
  • Drive technical discussions and provide expertise in technology selection and best practices.
  • Contribute to the strategic direction of the Open Source Data Platform project.
  • Perform thorough code reviews, ensuring code quality, maintainability, and adherence to standards.
  • Work across diverse environments: Bare Metals, VM, and Kubernetes.

Qualifications

  • Mandatory Linux proficiency for automation and efficient use of Linux shortcuts for troubleshooting.
  • Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud environments.
  • Ability to manage threads and debug issues related to deadlocks or memory leaks.
  • Strong comprehension of garbage collection tuning and management challenges.
  • Extensive hands-on experience with advanced Java, Scala, or Python, developed and prepared project build models associated with Maven, Gradle, or SBT.
  • Experienced in Github & Nexus management and its use cases.
  • Profound understanding of software engineering, database concepts, virtualisation and architectural patterns.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and a history of significant contributions to past projects.
  • Past experience of mentoring junior engineers in handling critical issues or tasks.
  • Proven capability in fixing bugs and developing new features within complex software systems.
  • Experience working with Big data stack or its ecosystem components, utilizing appropriate frameworks for application development.
  • Demonstrated fluency in English communication.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership, presenting technical accomplishments and strategic insights.
  • Strong capacity for collaboration with internal teams, external contributors, and the broader open-source community.

Skills

Required:LinuxKubernetesJava/Scala/PythonGitHub & NexusDistributed systemsBig data stack

Benefits

  • PTO Plan with unlimited negative balance
  • RRSP Plan
  • Up to 100% employer-paid benefit options for health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Supplemental Benefits
  • Apple Air Mac Equipment
  • Office gym access (includes workout equipment, basketball court, and showers)
  • Becoming part of the team that coined the term “Data Observability”!
Last updated Oct 22, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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