Junior Software Developer

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our customers. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations - mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE and be part of a team that steps up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

As a Junior Software Developer, you will contribute to the development and ongoing improvement of SECURE Specialty Chemicals’ live web and offline-first mobile applications. Working alongside experienced developers, you will gain hands-on experience across full-stack development, testing, debugging, DevOps support, code reviews, and the modernization of legacy applications. This role offers the opportunity to build practical solutions that support our Analytics, Finance, Operations, and field teams while developing your technical skills in a collaborative, business-focused environment.

This role is based out ofCalgary, Alberta

The Team

You will join a collaborative and knowledgeable development team that works closely with Analytics, Finance, Operations, and field stakeholders to deliver business-critical solutions. The team values knowledge sharing, clear communication, continuous improvement, and every team member's contributions.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, Monday-to-Friday position based in SECURE’s Brookfield office in downtown Calgary. The role offers an engaging office environment where you will have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues, understand operational needs, and see the impact of the solutions you help develop.

A Day in The Life

• Full Stack Development: Build and maintain features and fix bugs across our React web application, offline-first React Native mobile application, and Node.js (NestJS) API, under the guidance of senior developers.
• Testing & Quality: Write, execute, and maintain test scripts, and help identify issues through testing and debugging so features meet requirements. Document results and communicate issues clearly to the team.
• DevOps Support: Support the setup, configuration, and maintenance of development and deployment environments. Assist in automation and monitoring tasks to enhance the efficiency and reliability of software deployment pipelines.
• Code Review Participation: Actively participate in code reviews, offering constructive feedback and adhering to best practices in code quality and readability. Gain valuable insights from senior developers to improve personal coding standards and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Modernization: Assist in modernizing legacy applications and codebases by refactoring outdated systems into scalable, maintainable, and cloud-ready solutions using modern frameworks and best practices.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• 1+ year of professional web development experience (co-op or internship experience counts).
• Working proficiency in TypeScript, React (including Hooks), and Node.js.
• SQL fundamentals, ideally with PostgreSQL.
• Experience with Git and pull-request-based code review.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline; or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with NestJS or another structured Node.js framework is considered an asset.
• Experience with React Native (Expo), SQLite, or offline-first mobile applications is considered an asset.
• A basic understanding of the Canadian Energy Industry would be considered an asset.
• Experience with AWS or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services and frameworks, including CI/CD pipelines (e.g., AWS CodePipeline, Google Cloud Build), is considered an asset.
• Team Collaboration: Able to work effectively within a team, showing respect for diverse perspectives and a willingness to contribute ideas.
• Clear Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills, essential for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders.
• Analytical Problem Solving: Demonstrates critical thinking and resourcefulness in identifying and resolving coding and testing challenges.
• User Focus: Curious about how our operations and field teams work, and motivated to build tools that make their jobs easier.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment where there is no one-size-fits-all approach, capable of adjusting to shifting project priorities and embracing new tasks with ease.
• Initiative: Proactive approach to learning and tackling new responsibilities, with a strong drive for personal and professional growth.
• Time Management: Skilled at organizing tasks, managing time efficiently, and meeting project deadlines.
• Detail-Oriented: Maintains high standards for accuracy and quality, ensuring all coding and testing work is thorough and precise.
• Professionalism: Consistently upholds ethical standards, reliability, and a positive attitude in all interactions and work responsibilities.

What's in it for you

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages and compensation programs which include:
• Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more
• Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Savings Plan
• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry-leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives (Our Stories)

We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has the right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support.

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States, and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.