Description:

Aurora Solar is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with a focus on full-stack development for machine-learning infrastructure and geographic data services.
The role involves maintaining and improving backend infrastructure for ML and Geo systems, including evaluation, regression, test coverage, dataset storage, model training, and imagery processing.
The engineer will develop and deploy frontend features and provide guidance on teammates' projects.
Responsibilities include taking ownership of team services, participating in on-call rotations, contributing to machine-learning pipeline development, and ensuring application reliability through automated tests.
The position supports Aurora's mission to make solar design more accurate and accessible.

Requirements:

Candidates must have an academic background or equivalent skills in computer science or a related field.
A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with Python and backend web development is required.
At least 1 year of experience in crafting user interfaces with JavaScript, TypeScript, and React is necessary.
Candidates should have 1 year of experience with GraphQL.
Familiarity with computer vision and machine learning concepts is expected.
Demonstrated skills in design, development, technical documentation, architecture, build systems, code refactoring, and testing are essential.
Effective communication skills are required, including the ability to describe complex concepts clearly and provide concise project updates.
Strong collaboration skills in pairing with other developers and participating in code reviews are necessary.
A strong alignment with Aurora's values and a passion for renewable energy is essential.

Aurora offers flexible PTO, allowing employees to take time off as needed.
The company provides 16 weeks of parental leave with 100% base salary and a gradual return to work.
A WFH stipend of $675 CAD for non-engineers or $1000 CAD for engineering roles is available.
Employees can receive a coworking stipend of $400 CAD per month if they prefer to work in a coworking facility.
Company-wide Energize Fridays allow employees to log off and recharge.
A connectivity stipend of up to $125 CAD per month is provided for internet or phone expenses.
Employees receive $970 annually for professional development after completing 90 days of employment.
Aurora covers 100% of premiums for employee-only and dependent coverage for medical, dental, and vision plans.