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We set them!\nAre you interested in being part of a team that makes a difference? Join our growing ATS Life Sciences Systems team a division of ATS Corporation, a publicly traded global enterprise with a proud history, we are helping advance the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. Within Life Sciences Systems, what we do matters - we custom design, build and service critical automated solutions for medical device and pharmaceutical companies. We are dedicated to assisting our customers in improving the quality of life for people around the world. When there is no room for error, and product failure is not an option, leading life sciences companies trust us to resolve their production challenges.\nWhat's In It For You\nBenefits:\nCompensation: $36.54 to $50.24 CAD per hour\nAnnual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus\n5% RRSP match\nStock purchase plan\nStarting 3 weeks of vacation\nBenefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending account\nHalf-Day Fridays\nWorking on challenging engineering projects.\nContinuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities.\nA chance to contribute to something bigger - advancing the future of healthcare through automation.\nJob Description\nROLE SUMMARY:\nAs a key contributor within the Innovation group, you will work as part of a development team that designs and builds innovative products for data collection, analysis, control and reporting solutions. This is a Backend role but the ability to contribute to Frontend development and collaboration across the full stack is important. Duties include creating and evolving a world-class software development environment, guiding design decisions, conducting code reviews, fostering the technical growth of the software team and maintaining quality documentation.\nThis role requires close collaboration with technical project managers, product owners, UX/UI developers, testers, control systems integrators and end users to develop robust products. You will work individually or as part of a team.\nApplication Deadline: November 11, 2026\nWe encourage interested canddiates to apply early, as applications will be reviewed throughout the posting period.\nResponsibilities as Backend Software Developer:\nPerform software development including gathering user requirements, software design, programming, testing, and release. These can be mechatronics products requiring real-time controls, configuration and diagnostic tools, simulation software and tight integration with robotic assembly lines.\nConsistently write code that is easily testable, easily understood by other developers, and accounts for edge cases and errors\nContribute to major software release plans that align with the technology roadmap\nCollaborate with mechatronics designers, hardware designers and operations personnel to ensure the complete solution meets performance, reliability, and cost requirements\nLead complex software development technical challenges and demonstrate leadership to mentor management, customers, and peers\nDevelop and execute tests to verify behavior and performance with a good understanding of TDD\nGeneration of software related product documentation\nPerform specialized training for advanced users leveraging new software features\nPerform reviews of concepts, designs and code, and provide constructive feedback\nContribute to software design standards and overall software quality\nMaintain the technology stack for assigned software products\nAcquire broad product knowledge to be able to collaborate directly with internal and external stakeholders to solve problems and use the products effectively\nDemonstrate a CI mindset and have a clear understanding of the standard paractices within the department\nOther Responsibilities\nProject accountability including timeline and technical deliverables\nAssist the project team to identify critical path and dependencies between project activities\nDemonstrates ownership through concept, design, coding, testing and tier 3 support\nUnderstand organization's business and products strategy\nAbility to contribute to internal or external stakeholder interactions related to software or mechatronics\nEnsure that tasks are appropriately sized for continuous integration and incremental delivery with help from teammates and Staff Software Developer\nHandle risk, change, and uncertainty within their personal scope of work effectively\nGeneral training, and guidance of all team members that are part of his/her team\nResponsible for complying with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to ensure software adheres to established standards and is consistent with other products\nBusiness Ethics:\nEnsure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct\nAdhere to all health and safety rules and procedures\nAdditional Information\nEducation:\nA post-secondary engineering or computer science degree, diploma or equivalent with emphasis on software design and development\nExperience:\n5+ years of experience with Backend technologies - Services, APIs and Infrastructure\n5+ years of experience with relational and non-relational databases\nProven track record in end to end software development in C#/C++ and .NET\nFamiliar with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)\nFamiliar with JavaScript, React and modern JavaScript frameworks\nStrong exposure and experience with cloud based development and deployment\nStrong awareness of software technologies, established coding principles and all software developer competencies\nStrong understanding of microservices architecture and containerized applications\nHands-on experience deploying solutions using Docker and/or Kubernetes\nStrong awareness and interest in application of AI/ML in the industrial space\nSkilled at developing clean code that is efficient, elegant, robust and maintainable\nStrong statistical analysis skills\nFamiliar with issue-tracking, revision-control and ALM software\nExperienced in developing and improving Agile development practices\nStrong understanding of SOLID principles for software development is an asset\nAbility to get to root cause of customer problems and deliver innovative software that solves them\nAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing\nIn addition, the following is considered not necessary but beneficial:\nUnderstanding of automation mechanical, electrical and control systems\nExperience with real time controls and/or PLCs is an asset\nUnderstanding and experience with OPC and industrial networks\nHealth, Safety, and Environmental\nAll employees have the responsibility to work in a safe manner and report any health, safety or environmental concern to their manager or supervisor in a timely manner.\nWork in compliance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures\nRefrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods\nReport any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts\nReport defects in any equipment or protective device\nEnsure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks\nAttend all required health, safety and environmental training\nReport any accidents/incidents to supervisor\nAssist in investigating accidents/incidents\nRefrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct\nIf you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply\nWhy YOU should join our ATS Life Sciences Systems team:\nWe value our PEOPLE - The foundation of a great company is having the best team which is why we continuously work to develop, engage, empower and energize our people. The best people want to work with the best team - the best teams are diverse and inclusive teams.\nWhat we do MATTERS - our Life Sciences projects contribute to improving the lives of people around the world! ATS has made a commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030!\nINNOVATION and PROBLEM SOLVING is at our core - Our pursuit of continuous improvement in everything we do. Our focus is on building diverse teams, stimulating innovation by challenging conventional thinking, encouraging fresh ideas and promoting creative problem-solving\nWe prioritize internal GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT - ATS offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development - with a tuition reimbursement program, individual development programs and a commitment to promoting from within - there is space for you to grow your career at ATS!\nWe offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards - Competitive starting salaries, overtime pay eligibility, paid vacation, Employee Incentive Bonus program, comprehensive health and dental benefits including Lifestyle Spending Account, 5% RRSP matching program and optional Employee Share Purchase Program\nThe Compensation offered will be based on the local job market and may vary depending on factors such as the job-related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of these benefit plans will be provided when the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.\nA place to BELONG: We celebrate our uniqueness and ensure that all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. We believe that unique experiences are essential for our success and innovation.\nThis role represents an existing vacancy within the organization.\n\nATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. 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