As a Software Developer II, you'll implement .NET solutions, maintain quality assurance, collaborate with teams, minimize technical debt, and advance your skills using AI-driven tools.
At PR Newswire Canada, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate.
Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow.
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Software Developer II
You will contribute to the development and enhancement of applications by executing AI-native workflows within a spec-driven development framework. Working under the guidance of senior technical staff, you will use AI agents to generate code and automated tests, ensuring high quality and alignment with product objectives. You are a passionate learner and want to grow your career by mentorship and trying new things.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Execution: Implement .NET solutions from defined high-level specs using AI agents and GitHub Copilot.
Quality Assurance: Maintain a "Test First" mentality by verifying that AI-generated code meets functional and security requirements.
Collaboration: Participate in cross-functional processes and work closely with product and design teams to meet delivery goals.
Maintenance: Help minimize technical debt by ensuring code maintainability and following established best practices.
Continuous Learning: Stay updated on technology trends and refine skills in multi-LLM workflows.
Experience and Education
Proficiency: Spec-Driven Development (SDD), VS Code, and GitHub Copilot.
Technical Stack: Must have experience with .NET 6+, C#, SQL, Git, and RESTful web services.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field and approximately 2–4 years of experience in solution delivery.
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
What We Offer
Cision is the global leader in consumer and media intelligence, engagement, and communication solutions. We equip PR and corporate communications, marketing, and social media professionals with the tools they need to excel in today's data driven world. Our deep expertise, exclusive data partnerships, and award-winning products, including CisionOne, Brandwatch, and PR Newswire, enable over 75,000 companies and organizations, including 84% of the Fortune 500, to see and be seen, understand and be understood by the audiences that matter most to them.
Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge and named a “Top Diversity Employer” for 2021 by DiversityJobs.com.
Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses.
Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]
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Pay Range
$96,395—$110,000 CAD
Cision Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
130 E Randolph Street, 7th Floor, Chicago, IL, United States, 60601
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