Trend Micro

Trend Micro

Applied AI Backend Sr. Software Developer - Ottawa, ON

Ottawa · Senior

No sponsorship$105k-$130kDetected 30 days ago
JavaScriptJavaGoDistributed SystemsBackend DevelopmentFull-Stack DevelopmentCode ReviewGitAWSAzureCI/CDDevOpsSite Reliability EngineeringRESTCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoring

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.
  • TrendAI™, the global AI security leader and enterprise business unit of Trend Micro, empowers organizations with full AI visibility and consolidated security that inspires confidence, drives innovation, and eliminates risk.
  • At TrendAI™, we're always seeking exceptional talent; people who want to collaborate with the best and push boundaries together.
  • Here, your work goes beyond building a career.
  • 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.

Skills

  • 3+ years of professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on backend systems and cloud-native SaaS.

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

  • Strong experience with automated CI/CD pipelines and a "you build it, you run it" mindset toward reliability and monitoring.

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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