is a SaaS business on a mission to make telecoms a breeze.We provide flexible software that modernizes how communication service providers (CSPs) do business, helping them drive more value, focus on customer experience, and scale their operations faster.As part of Tucows (NASDAQ:TCX, TSX:TC)-one of the world's largest Internet services companies-Wavelo is backed by outstanding resources and talent. We embrace a people-first philosophy that is rooted in respect, trust, and flexibility. We believe that whatever works for our employees is what works best for us. It's also why the majority of our roles are remote-first, meaning you can work from anywhere you can connect to the Internet!The work we do genuinely changes lives. If this sounds exciting, we'd love to hear from you!About the OpportunityAs a Principal Development Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the design, development, and maintenance of our software products. You'll collaborate closely with peers and cross-functional teams to understand customer requirements and translate them into functional, scalable solutions. This role includes coaching junior engineers and driving technical excellence across the team.This is a remote opportunity for applicants based in Canada.Job DutiesLead the design, development, and maintenance of software applications and systemsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirementsWrite clean, maintainable, and efficient codeTroubleshoot and debug complex software issuesLead code reviews to ensure high-quality code standardsMaintain and update technical documentationStay current with emerging trends and technologies in software developmentFrequently coach and mentor junior software engineersInfluence decisions across your domain, with potential to impact the broader departmentKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent work experience8+ years of experience in software engineeringStrong knowledge of designing, developing, and maintaining complex, highly available systemsProven ability to lead and implement solutions for complex, ambiguous challengesProficiency in Python and Go, including use of common design patternsExperience with event-driven architectureEffective communicator with the ability to collaborate across teams and disciplinesFrequent experience coaching and mentoring peersAbility to set and guide technical direction for a teamCapable of working independently with minimal supervisionFamiliarity with Continuous Integration (CI) concepts and toolsDemonstrated experience mentoring junior developersNice to HaveExperience with TemporalExperience with Go is strongly preferred. Python experience is also a strong assetFamiliarity with React or Vue.js (especially Next.js / Nuxt.js)Knowledge of Docker and KubernetesExperience working in an Agile environmentExposure to multiple programming languagesExperience with reactive programmingQualificationsBachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related fieldApproximately 8-10 years of experience in software engineeringThe base salary range for this position is $161,000 - $178,900 CAD for Canadian residents. Other countries will differ. Range may vary on a number of factors including, but not limited to: location, experience and qualifications. Tucows believes in a total rewards offering that includes fair compensation and generous benefits. about Tucows Benefits.Want to know more about what we stand for? At Wavelo and Tucows we care about protecting the open Internet, narrowing the digital divide, and supporting fairness and equality.We also know that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to inclusion across race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. We celebrate multiple approaches and diverse points of view.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.Tucows and its subsidiaries participate in the E-verify program for all US employees.Learn more about Tucows, our businesses, culture and employee benefits on our site .
