Senior Lead Software Developer
lifeworks · Toronto, Ontario, Canada ·
- Seniority
- Lead
- Category
- Software engineering
- Experience
- 10+ years
lifeworks · Toronto, Ontario, Canada ·
TELUS Health is empowering every person to live their healthiest life. Guided by our vision, we are leveraging the power of our leading edge technology and focusing on the uniqueness of each individual to create the future of health. As a global-leading health and well-being provider – encompassing physical, mental and financial health – TELUS Health is improving health outcomes for consumers, patients, healthcare professionals, employers and employees.
Shape the Future of Retirement & Benefits Technology
We're looking for a Senior Lead Software Developer who's ready to level up their career and make a real impact. This isn't just another coding job—you'll be the technical backbone of our DC pension portal applications, mentoring the next generation of developers while architecting solutions that matter.
You'll bridge the gap between vision and execution, translating complex business requirements into elegant technical solutions while guiding your team to success.
What you’ll do:
Build & Innovate
Design, code, test, and debug cutting-edge web applications using Angular, modern web technologies, and relational databases
Collaborate with designers and back-end developers to translate UI/UX designs into code.
Tackle the most complex technical challenges with minimal direction—this is where your expertise truly shines
Lead & Mentor
Shape product architecture and develop comprehensive project plans
Guide and review your team's work, fostering growth in junior developers
Be the technical expert everyone turns to when the stakes are high
Strategize & Execute
Research and champion new technologies that keep us ahead of the curve
Develop accurate cost and time estimates, making critical decisions to keep projects on track
Propose innovative solutions based on evolving business needs
Support & Solve
Provide Tier III technical support for the most urgent and complex issues
Be the hero when critical problems need expert-level troubleshooting
Monitor trends and continuously improve our support processes
What you bring:
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
10+ years of battle-tested application architecture and development experience
Technical Mastery
Core Skills: CSS, HTML5, JavaScript, TypeScript, AJAX
Database Expertise: MS SQL Server 2019, T-SQL
Frameworks: Angular, Angular Material Library
Modern Tools: Visual Studio, Bootstrap, HTML5
Integration: RESTFul APIs, XML, JSON
Methodologies: DevOps, Agile
Architecture: Multi-tier Internet/Intranet applications with proven design patterns
Some knowledge of AngularJS
SASS
Experience developing for Accessibility
Your Superpowers
Problem Solver Extraordinaire: Exceptional debugging and troubleshooting abilities
Strategic Thinker: Strong analytical and design capabilities
Self-Driven: You don't wait for direction—you create momentum
Master Organizer: Excellent time management with a keen eye for quality
Deadline Committed: Fast learner who delivers without compromising excellence
Team Champion: Collaborative spirit with outstanding communication skills
Flexible: Willing to accommodate off-hours support and meetings when needed
Why this role matters
This isn't just about writing code—it's about creating technology that helps millions of people retire with dignity and access the benefits they've earned. Your work will directly impact the financial security of families across North America.
Ready to lead, innovate, and make a difference? Join us in building the future of retirement and benefits administration.
Salary Range: $ 100,000 - $140,000
Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, even if the posted salary range doesn't match your expectations. We're open to discussing competitive compensation packages tailored to your experience level and expertise.
TELUS Health offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:
Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both
Generous company matched pension
Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
And much more…
Job Type: This is for a current vacancy.
TELUS is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
A bit about us
We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.
TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.
Disclaimer: In accordance with the TELUS Health Solutions Data Center Security Policy, as a condition of employment, all team members whose job functions require they work at a Data Center and/or have access to detailed knowledge of technology related to client service delivery, are subject to a Personnel Security Screening conducted through the Government of Canada.
Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.
By applying to this role, you understand and agree that your information will be shared with the TELUS Group of Companies’ Talent Acquisition team(s) and/or any leader(s) who will be part of the selection process.