Software Development Engineer

Software Development Engineer (Intermediate)

At Wagepoint, we're good people. Sure, maybe we're biased. But that's only because Wagepointers bring the best versions of themselves to do some of the best work in their careers.

We're an authentic team who bring our diverse backgrounds, ideas, experiences, and cultures together to make payroll magic. Speaking of, we "pull rabbits out of hats" for thousands of small business owners across Canada who rely on our payroll software to pay their employees and process their payroll taxes. And we're just getting started.

We're growing and looking for more awesome people to join our merry band of misfits. We are looking for people who share our understanding that when it comes to our commitment to our customers: we mean business. Especially given that the consequences of getting payroll wrong can sometimes be dire.

If you are the kind of person who has always wanted to make a difference and be heard at work, Wagepoint will give you plenty of opportunity to do just that.

The Role at High Level

"Great code doesn't just solve problems—it anticipates them."

We're looking for a talented Software Development Engineer (intermediate) who doesn't shy away from tackling hard problems and interesting subjects like payroll and HR technology. As a Software Development Engineer, you'll contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of features across the stack. This role is ideal for a growth-oriented engineer looking to deepen their technical expertise while contributing to high-quality, scalable software. You'll be supported in learning infrastructure best practices, participating in code reviews, and starting to mentor peers as you grow your impact. You will report directly to our Engineering Manager.

What You'll Be Expected To Own

• Ship real features: Take end-to-end ownership of stories across the full stack, from writing the code to testing it and seeing it land in production.
• Keep the house clean: Tackle bugs and tech debt with a quality-first mindset. Our codebase has history, and you'll play a real role in making it better.
• Make code reviews count: Engage genuinely in reviews: absorb what your teammates know, and bring your own perspective to the table.
• Collaborate without silos: Work closely with teammates across engineering to share context, unblock each other, and ship better together.
• Use AI as a real tool: We actively use AI to write faster, review smarter, and innovate — you'll be expected to bring that same mindset to your daily workflow.

What You Bring To The Table

• 2–4 years of experience in software development with exposure to full stack technologies.
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., C#, JavaScript, Python).
• Familiarity with front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular) and back-end APIs.
• Strong interest in growing technical skills and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• You apply best practices such as SOLID, DRY, and KISS to write maintainable, readable code.
• You communicate progress, blockers, and questions clearly — in standups and beyond.
• Actively leverage and improve AI tools daily to accelerate code generation, review, and quality assurance.

Bonus Points If:

• Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and CI/CD practices.
• Experience with RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs.
• Familiarity with GitHub Actions or similar CI/CD tooling.
• Prior work in payroll, fintech, or HR technology.

What We Bring To The Table

Impact: Roll up your sleeves and directly contribute to the growth and success of Wagepoint by shaping our workforce.

Culture: The opportunity to work with the world's friendliest team, solving interesting problems together with an endless amount of laughter (We work hard, but we always have time for a bad joke or two).

Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement - we are always, always learning with a growth-oriented mindset.

Innovation: Work in an environment that encourages creativity and new ideas.

Remote: The ability to work from home, forever! Wagepoint is a remote company, so you don't have to worry about commuting to an office. Plus, more time with your pets is always a bonus!

Ready to embark on an exciting journey with us? Apply now and help us build the future of Wagepoint!

About Wagepoint

Wagepoint is a simple and fast online payroll app, backed by the world's friendliest team. The app is ideal for small businesses across North America (US & Canada) who are looking to pay their employees easily and quickly.

Next Steps:

If all the above feels right and proper, please don't feel like you need to send us an uninspired cover letter. Just send us your updated resume and perhaps a few lines on what excites you about the job - we really want to get to know who you are, not just about how we can work together. If we believe you're a good match, someone from our team will reach out to schedule a call.

Wagepoint is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and appreciate all applicants with diverse backgrounds, races, religions, genders, identities, ages, experiences (the list goes on!). We are committed to making not only our workplace safe and inclusive for everyone, but also ensuring our recruitment process reflects that. We are a remote company, so there's no need to travel to an office for an interview, but if you require any special accommodation during our recruitment process, please let us know. We are more than happy to assist!

As part of our hiring process, AI-based tools are used to support the initial review of applications. Rest assured, our People Ops team carefully reviews all applications and makes the final decisions on candidate progression.