Software Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a Software Engineer (Application Developer) to support the development and enhancement of modern cloud-based applications. This role will focus primarily on backend development using Python, including building and integrating APIs, working with cloud services, processing data, and supporting application functionality.

You will also contribute to frontend enhancements and help deliver scalable, reliable, and user-friendly solutions. This opportunity is well suited for a developer who enjoys working across the application stack, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and building high-quality software in a cloud environment.

Primary Location: Across Canada or USA

Work Model: Fully Remote

Employment Type: Contractor

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain backend application components using Python
• Build, integrate, and maintain REST APIs and cloud-based services
• Configure and support cloud functions and data storage solutions
• Process, transform, and manage JSON data across application workflows
• Implement integrations with AI-powered and data-driven services
• Contribute to frontend enhancements, including UI updates and new features
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Develop and execute unit tests to support application quality and reliability
• Support CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
• Follow coding standards, linting requirements, and software development best practices
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to deliver technical solutions

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Proficiency in Python application development
• Experience developing and consuming REST APIs
• Experience with HTML and modern web application development
• Experience with React or similar JavaScript frameworks
• Familiarity with Azure cloud services, including Azure Functions, Blob Storage, and Cosmos DB
• Experience working with cloud service SDKs and APIs
• Strong understanding of JSON data structures and data transformation techniques
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies, including unit testing
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
• Familiarity with code quality tools, linting processes, and software development best practices
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, agile development environment

NICE TO HAVE:

• Frontend development experience with JavaScript, CSS, and UI/UX principles
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform
• Exposure to Azure infrastructure provisioning and automation
• Familiarity with prompt engineering and prebuilt large language models
• Experience developing AI-enabled application features
• Knowledge of modern cloud architecture and scalable application design principles

ABOUT ADASTRA

Adastra is a global leader in AI and data-driven transformation, helping organizations lead with artificial intelligence—responsibly, strategically, and at scale. With over 25 years of experience, Adastra empowers enterprise clients to unlock business value through data innovation, operational excellence, and smart customer engagement.

Trusted by some of the world’s most prominent brands, Adastra delivers end-to-end solutions grounded in thoughtful strategy, robust governance, and deep technical expertise. From defining vision to ensuring execution, Adastra guides organizations through every stage of their AI, data and cloud journey—building future-ready capabilities and delivering measurable, lasting impact.

Adastra serves clients across key industries including financial services, automotive, manufacturing, technology, media and telecom (TMT), healthcare, retail, and professional services. The company employs more than 2,000 professionals across North America, Europe, and Asia.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity for advancement and career progression
• Competitive compensation
• Successful referral program
• The opportunity to work with one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies
• Satisfaction of working for a reputable company
• A flexible, dynamic, and diverse workplace

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

In our commitment to promote fair and equitable treatment of all employees and applicants, Adastra Corporation provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. In addition, accommodation will be provided during the hiring process. Adastra Corporation’s implementation and support of employment initiatives, encourage diversified labour force participation and equal access to opportunities based on merit and performance.

AI Usage - Our hiring process includes the use of AI-enabled tools to screen applications (e.g., keyword matching, qualification ranking). A human recruiter reviews all AI-generated shortlists to make informed hiring decisions.

There has been an increased instance of fraudulent job offers coming from people posing as Adastra HR employees. Please note that Adastra will never request fees as part of our recruiting process and any emails sent to you that are not from ‘@adastragrp.com’ or ‘@talent.icims.com’ are fraudulent. All employment offers are sent via DocuSign and if you receive an employment offer from a suspicious email and not via DocuSign, it is fraudulent.

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Originally posted on Himalayas