Software Engineer I

About Beanfield

We don’t just build networks, we build communities. From our roots in Liberty Village to our growing footprint across Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver, Beanfield has spent 35+ years connecting people through a robust, independently owned fibre-optic network.

With 500+ employees and an entrepreneurial mindset, we move fast, think creatively, and stay connected to the people who make Beanfield what it is. If you thrive in a collaborative, high-impact environment where your work matters, you will feel right at home.

Our headquarters is located in Toronto’s super-hip Liberty Village, surrounded by great coffee, food, energy, and creativity—making it a great place to collaborate in person.

Our Values

We Are Challengers
We lead the way. We disrupt the industry by thinking differently, moving quickly, and taking ownership. We operate with a startup mentality and believe in building and investing in our own infrastructure, and our people.

We Are United
We operate as one team. Collaboration is core to how we work, and every idea matters. We believe strong partnerships and shared ownership lead to better outcomes.

We Care
We care deeply about our employees, partners, customers, and communities. We build trust through open communication, thoughtful decisions, and a relentless focus on our brand and customer experience.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated Software Engineer to join our technology team. This role focuses on designing, developing, and enhancing backend systems, APIs, and data processing tools using Python, Java and modern web frameworks. The Software Engineer will collaborate with product managers and other team members to deliver maintainable, scalable software that aligns with business objectives.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute creatively to the company’s growth by pioneering innovative features and solving complex technical challenges. You will be responsible for writing clean, efficient code and integrating user-facing elements with server-side logic.

The Software Engineer will also participate in code reviews, improve engineering standards, and ensure the reliability of applications through testing and debugging. We value diverse perspectives and welcome applicants with technical requirements met through self-learning, boot camps, or industry experience.

What You’ll Do

• Software Development & Implementation (50%)

  • Core Development: Write clean, efficient, and scalable code in Python and Java.

  • API Design: Design and implement RESTful APIs to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.

  • Optimization: Identify performance bottlenecks and implement solutions to ensure high availability and scalability.

• System Architecture & Design (20%)

  • Technical Design: Collaborate with the Solutions Architect to translate high-level requirements into tangible technical designs and implementation plans.

  • Scalability: Design systems with the appropriate level of complexity for the problem at hand, ensuring software is as simple as possible but no simpler.

• Quality Assurance & Maintenance (20%)

  • Code Reviews: Participate in peer code reviews to maintain code quality standards and provide actionable feedback.

  • Testing: Develop and maintain automated test suites (using tools like pytest) to ensure code quality and prevent regressions.

  • Debugging: Debug and resolve issues related to code changes in production, ensuring error-free releases.

  • Documentation: Document code changes, API specifications, and technical processes to ensure knowledge transfer and maintainability.

• Collaboration & Continuous Improvement (10%)

  • Application Support: Participate in a regular on-call rotation and remain available for extraordinary emergency situations to ensure the continuous stability of our core services.

  • Agile Participation: Engage in agile processes, including sprint planning and stand-ups, to solve problems through iteration and collaboration.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of professional development experience, with specific proficiency in Python and Java.

• Hands-on experience with Python web frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask, FastAPI).

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or equivalent experience (including bootcamps and self-taught backgrounds)

• Certified Associate in Python Programming (PCAP) or similar

• Java Programmer or Developer certifications from Oracle

• Cloud Developer Certifications - GCP/AWS/Azure

• Proficiency in database design (PostgreSQL) and ORM tools.

• Experience with Git workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes.

• Strong understanding of RESTful API design and integration.

• Ability to write testable code and experience with testing frameworks.

• Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and DevOps practices.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to conduct research as needed.

• Experience working in high-demand sectors like Telecom, FinTech or AI.

• Background in building high-load or data-intensive applications.

What’s in it for you

• A united, values-driven culture that genuinely cares about people, collaboration, and community.

• Hybrid work model

• A comprehensive total rewards package, including Traditional Spending Account (TSA) and Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) coverage to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being.

• An additional five (5) personal care days, giving you extra flexibility to recharge, reset, or take care of what matters most.

At Beanfield, we’re proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.

We believe that diverse teams make stronger teams. No matter your background, experience, or life story, if you meet the requirements for this role, we want to hear from you. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace where all qualified applicants are considered for employment, without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other protected status.

Beanfield provides reasonable accommodations at all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you need support during your application or interview, please reach out to us at [email protected], we are happy to help.

Please note:

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. The salary range indicated includes a Short Term Incentive Plan (“STIP”) which represents a percentage of your Base Salary based on the achievement of individual and corporate objectives; The STIP payment is calculated based on a formula that takes into account several factors, including, without limitation, corporate and individual performance measures. The STIP payment is conditional upon meeting all of the STIP’s eligibility requirements.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada, as we are unable to sponsor employment visas. Also, all official communication regarding recruitment and hiring at Beanfield will come exclusively from email addresses ending in @beanfield.com. We urge candidates to be cautious of any unsolicited messages or offers and to remain vigilant against phishing attempts.