Trend Micro
Applied AI Backend Sr. Software Developer - Ottawa, ON
Ottawa · Senior
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About the role
- We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Applied AI Sr.
- Backend Software Developer to join the development of TrendAI Vision One.
- You are expected to be an expert in leveraging AI-enabled tools to accelerate the software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring that our backend services remain robust, secure, and ahead of the curve in an evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Responsibilities
- AI-Driven Architecture & Dev: Lead the implementation of complex features by leveraging AI coding assistants (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot) to explore multiple architectural implementations in parallel and select the most optimal path.
- End-to-End Ownership: Take full ownership of feature development, from initial design and AI-assisted prototyping to deployment and long-term maintenance.
- Scalable Systems Design: Design and deploy robust, scalable microservices and event-driven architectures using industry best practices and cloud-native standards.
- Complex Troubleshooting: Lead the root-cause analysis of complex distributed system issues, identifying performance bottlenecks and implementing AI-optimized solutions.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Product Managers, UX designers, and SRE teams to translate high-level requirements into technical specifications and timely deliveries.
- Lead the implementation of complex features by leveraging AI coding assistants (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot) to explore multiple architectural implementations in parallel and select the most optimal path.
- Take full ownership of feature development, from initial design and AI-assisted prototyping to deployment and long-term maintenance.
Requirements
- Technical Mastery: Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Go, Java, JavaScript, or Python.
- AI Integration: Proven ability to integrate AI tools throughout the development lifecycle to increase output while maintaining strict architectural consistency and code quality.
- Cloud Expertise: Significant experience with cloud-native development on AWS or Azure, including microservices, REST APIs, and asynchronous messaging patterns.
- DevOps Culture: Strong experience with automated CI/CD pipelines and a "you build it, you run it" mindset toward reliability and monitoring.
- Communication: Exceptional collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Analytical Thinking: Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive, results-oriented mindset and the ability to manage technical uncertainty.
- Education: BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Compensation
- 14 Annual Holidays
Benefits
- TrendAI provides benefit options for you and your family.
- Group benefits program with health and dental coverage
- Telehealth Virtual Health Services
- Life Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Pre-partum, maternity, parental and medical leave
- Mental Health Wellness Program
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Retirement Savings Programs with company match
- Tuition Assistance
Company info
- Position Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Applied AI Sr.
- What We Offer You: You're important to us.
- Achieving work-life balance is a priority, complemented by team activities, fostering an environment rooted in equity, inclusion, and collaboration, that is reflected in both our culture and our work.
Visa & Work Authorization
- No sponsorship will be provided for work permit applications or renewals for this position now or in the future.
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