Senior Software Engineer

Sophos

Senior Software Engineer building scalable cloud-based email security services for Sophos, a global cybersecurity provider. Designing Messaging Security Group components across the full software stack.

Posted 8/25/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$105,000 - CA$175,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in designing, developing, and deploying production services using Java, JavaScript, Angular, GoLang, and AWS. Proficient in utilizing AI-assisted development tools and mentoring junior developers while ensuring high-quality standards and security compliance.

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7+ Years Software Engineering ExperienceAI-Assisted Development ToolsJava, JavaScript, Angular, GoLangMicro-Services Development in AWSCode Review and PR Analysis

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentMicro-ServicesTest Coverage and AutomationSecurity ReviewsTest Scenarios and Test CasesProduction ServicesCloud TechnologiesCode ReviewPair ProgrammingProject Planning

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationPresentation SkillsProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

AWS (ECS or EKS)ClaudeCodexAngularJavaJavaScriptGoLangReactAI-Assisted Development ToolsCloud-Based Applications

Industry Keywords

Messaging SecuritySoftware StackTechnical StrategyQuality StandardsFunctional Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AngularAWSCloudJavaJavaScriptReact

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Use AI-assisted development tools, where appropriate, to design, develop, test, document, and deploy components of Messaging Security Group services
Design and implement product components across the full software stack with strong test coverage and automation
Deliver against project timelines, quality expectations, and requirements
Participate in project planning and deliver high-value solutions meeting business needs
Analyze and understand project requirements
Participate in product design aligned with technical strategy, quality standards, and functional requirements
Mentor junior team members through pair programming and code reviews
Contribute to daily stand-ups, kick-offs, collaborative estimation, and retrospective meetings
Participate in security reviews and analyze product security concerns
Present security documentation
Contribute to code reviews
Define test scenarios and test cases
Collaborate with senior development leaders, architects, product management, and the global Sophos UI team
May lead projects under the guidance of an architect or senior technical lead
Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of professional software engineering experience shipping production services
Experience using AI-assisted development tools, such as Claude and Codex
5+ years of experience in software development using Java, JavaScript, Angular, GoLang, and possibly React
5+ years of experience developing and deploying micro-services in AWS (ECS or EKS)
Confidence in designing, implementing and testing software systems and components
Confidence in presenting your design in front of the Tech Council
Ability to read code and review PRs
Experience working with best-of-breed cloud technologies and troubleshooting large-scale cloud-based applications
Legal authorization to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus eligibility
Comprehensive benefits package
Remote-first working model
Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks
Annual charity and fundraising initiatives
Volunteer days
Global employee sustainability initiatives
Global fitness and trivia competitions
Global wellbeing days
Monthly wellbeing webinars and training
Recruitment and selection adjustments available for accessibility needs