Software Development Manager

Lightspeed Commerce

. Manage, mentor and grow a team of software developers solving complex problems in the Financial Services domain .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$170,000 - CA$180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading software development teams within the Financial Services domain, focusing on delivering scalable, cloud-based applications while fostering professional growth and collaboration. Proficient in agile methodologies and committed to quality-driven software practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Team LeadershipCloud Services (AWS or GCP)Java, TypeScript, Ruby, or PythonAgile DevelopmentMicroservice-Driven Applications

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentCloud-Based ApplicationsMicroservicesAgile MethodologiesTest AutomationDevOps EngineeringFull-Stack Web Application DevelopmentScalable SaaS SolutionsIncident ManagementTechnical Design Review

Soft Skills

MentoringCoachingCommunicationProblem-SolvingContinuous Learning

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesPayment DomainContinuous DeliverySoftware ScalabilityResilience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaPythonRubyTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage, mentor and grow a team of software developers solving complex problems in the Financial Services domain
Work closely with Staff/Principal Engineers, P&T Leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to align team priorities and roadmaps
Partner with the Product Manager to set annual/quarterly OKRs and roadmaps and ensure successful execution
Review and provide feedback on technical designs
Ensure high-quality system design and implementation
Identify, communicate and remove impediments and delivery risks
Plan and support professional growth through 1-1s, performance reviews, feedback, goal-setting and promotions
Report team progress and status to Product/Engineering leadership and stakeholders
Participate in hiring for the team and wider organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Located in Canada
Able to work within EST/EDT hours
Experience leading a team of developers through successful delivery of software products
Experience delivering microservice-driven, scalable, cloud-based applications
Experience with cloud services (AWS or GCP)
Strong working knowledge of Java, TypeScript, Ruby, or Python
Experience partnering closely with Product Managers to build objectives and roadmaps
Experience leading, triaging, and resolving critical incidents, while transforming post-incident insights into preventive corrective actions
Professional experience in agile development and continuous delivery best practices
Strong written and verbal English communication skills
Ability to personally coach, mentor and drive individuals and overall teams
Strong passion for continuous learning and improvement
Quality-driven mindset focused on software scalability and resilience
Payment domain experience is a bonus
Experience building scalable SaaS solutions is a bonus
Full-stack web application development experience is a bonus
Test automation and/or DevOps engineering experience is a bonus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Lots of autonomy, flexible work culture and possibility of remote work
Opportunity to help shape the future of a new Product from technical, process and organizational perspectives
Development of global products
Exposure to modern and proven technology
Opportunity to learn and expand your skill set
Tons of growth opportunities into technical or people management roles
Amazing benefits & perks, including equity for all Lightspeeders
Continuous learning opportunities
Global mobility
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Wellness insurance/programs
Life insurance
Disability insurance
RRSP plan and match
Paid parental leave top-up
Paid time off
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Accommodations available on request for candidates with disabilities