Software Engineer

HDR is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Data‑Driven Design (D3) team within the Architecture Business Group. In this role you will design and build web applications that support planning, design, and decision‑making across architectural projects, contributing to scalable front‑end and back‑end systems, structured data workflows, and AI‑driven tools. The ideal candidate is a strong, hands‑on developer who takes ownership of features from concept through deployment, works comfortably with modern web frameworks, collaborates in code reviews, and supports reliable CI/CD workflows. You will partner closely with architects, computational designers, and BIM specialists to translate real‑world design challenges into practical, well‑engineered solutions. Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain modern web, mobile, and desktop applications using contemporary development practices. Develop and support scalable backend APIs and services for data‑driven workflows. Design, maintain, and optimize relational and non‑relational data systems. Apply established design patterns, Git workflows, and code review practices consistently. Write and maintain unit tests to support continuous integration and build stability. Document code, architecture, and technical decisions clearly. Collaborate closely with architects, computational designers, and BIM specialists to support project and workflow needs. Provide guidance and support to junior developers. Identify opportunities for technical and process improvements. Support additional software development tasks as project goals evolve. Mentor and provide technical guidance to developers across all levels and foster a culture of knowledge sharing. Identify and implement process improvements and recommend technical solutions to improve system performance, scalability, and maintainability. Take ownership of significant features, initiatives, and critical systems, providing technical leadership from conception through deployment. Support additional software development and integration tasks as needed to meet evolving project goals. Preferred Qualifications Working knowledge of modern front‑end development technologies, including JavaScript/TypeScript, React, .NET Blazor, HTML, and CSS. Experience with React/Next.js or other modern frameworks. Experience with source control systems and issue‑tracking tools. Experience with backend development using Node.js or .NET Core. Familiarity with relational and non‑relational databases. Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and JSON‑based data exchange. Experience deploying applications to cloud platforms such as Azure, GCP or Vercel. Experience with mobile development. Experience working in agile or iterative delivery environments. Interest or background in the AEC domain. Experience with modern UI frameworks or component libraries. Exposure to AI or machine‑learning concepts and tools. Required Qualifications Bachelor degree or equivalent experience. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must. HDR is committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR