Staff Developer

About ALTEN:

In just three decades, ALTEN has become a global leader in Research & Development, Engineering, IT Services, Life Sciences, and Network Services. With a presence in more than 30 countries and a team of over 60,000 employees, we are trusted by industry leaders worldwide to deliver pioneering solutions and drive technical excellence.

ALTEN CANADA
, a proud subsidiary of ALTEN headquartered in France, is dedicated to serving the Canadian market. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, we combine global expertise with local insight to accelerate innovation across Canada.

At
ALTEN CANADA
, our consultants thrive on solving complex, highly technical challenges across diverse industries. From Life Sciences to Energy, Automation to Manufacturing, Aviation, Defense. Automotive, Rail and Transportation to Information Systems and Telecommunications, our unwavering commitment to excellence shaping the future of technology and industry.

Senior Staff Developer (Full Stack & Architecture)

Reports to:
Director of Engineering

Location:
Remote, Toronto

Employment Type:
(Full‑time / Permanent)

About the role

We are seeking a
Senior Staff Developer
with a deep track record in
full‑stack development and modern software architecture
. You'll shape and execute technical strategy across teams, drive high‑impact architectural initiatives, mentor senior engineers, and help deliver secure, scalable, and cost‑effective products.

What you'll do

• Own full‑stack solution design
  for initiatives on public cloud platforms, spanning multiple teams and domains.
• Bring hands‑on expertise in one or more of these domains:
• Data processing & lifecycle management
• Multi‑region data distribution & compliance management
• Data quality, observability, and audit
• Content & digital asset management
• Personalized search and indexing strategies
• Domain‑driven design (DDD) patterns
• Embed security by design
  across the stack using cloud‑native approaches.
• Create and maintain technical documentation
  (architecture diagrams, ADRs, implementation guides).
• Accelerate delivery
  by championing industry‑standard tools/processes that improve performance, agility, and time‑to‑market.
• Prototype quickly
  : ideate and implement PoCs to de‑risk and unlock product and platform advances.
• Partner with Principal Architects
  to define and implement robust, extensible, and reusable architecture patterns.
• Mentor senior & staff developers
  through code/design reviews, pairing, and actionable feedback; foster an inclusive, collaborative culture.
• Translate business needs
  into clear technical specifications in partnership with Product, Staff Developers, and other stakeholders.

What you'll bring

• 8+ years
  building scalable systems, including
  2+ years
  leading modernization or tech‑transformation programs.
• Expert in
  software architecture
  and
  DDD
  , with an
  API‑first
  mindset for loosely coupled, event‑driven systems.
• Proficient in
  Java (Spring Boot)
  and
  Python (FastAPI)
  ; you build performant, cost‑effective services.
• Extensive
  cloud‑native
  experience on
  AWS
  and
  GCP
  ; hands‑on with
  CI/CD
  (GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
• Strong
  data engineering & integration
  patterns across relational, document, and warehouse engines.
• Deep knowledge of
  DevSecOps
  ,
  Infrastructure‑as‑Code
  , and automated testing for reliable, secure delivery.
• Commitment to
  AI‑driven development
  grounded in ethics and secure software delivery.
• Strategic mindset for improving team velocity and impact by proactively tackling
  technical debt
  .
• Strength in
  navigating ambiguity
  and solving abstract problems with a collaborative growth mindset.
• Excellent
  communication
  skills; you convert complex user needs into actionable technical roadmaps.
• Dedication to
  continuous improvement
  of code, processes, and shared team practices.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or
  equivalent experience
  (including non‑traditional paths).

Why Join?

ALTEN Canada fosters a dynamic, collaborative work environment where every team member is empowered to reach their full potential. We are deeply committed to investing in our people by offering meaningful experiences and supporting continuous learning, growth, and career development

At
ALTEN Canada
, your skills are celebrated, your ambitions supported, and your growth continuously nurtured. Join us and discover the difference of working with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, where endless possibilities await.

ALTEN CANADA is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide a work environment where every individual feels welcomed, valued, and respected, allowing them to thrive to their full potential. This includes our dedication to offer accessibility measures to those who require them. Should you require any accommodation during our recruitment process, please reach out to us.