Senior Software Engineer - Platform

About ClearGov ClearGov is building the modern financial operating layer for the public sector. We help US local governments and school districts plan, budget, report, and communicate their finances with clarity and confidence. From long-term planning to financial reporting, compliance, and transparency, our platform connects the work finance teams are already doing and makes it easier to deliver for their communities. Today, more than 2,000 public sector organizations use ClearGov, and we continue to expand our platform and reach as we grow. Our Core Values Be Clear & Credible We are authentic in our interactions, communicating with clarity, speaking with honesty, and following through with consistency. We turn transparency into our greatest competitive advantage. Be Human We are human partners to our colleagues and customers and lead with consideration and kindness - making space for others to do the same. We turn empathy into a shared strength.Be Better Together We are committed to building an inclusive community where everyone thrives. We share successes, support each other through challenges, and show up for our teammates the way we show up for our customers. We turn togetherness into our greatest advantage and collaboration into our greatest multiplier.Be Honourable/Honorable We are responsible to our colleagues and customers. We bring our full selves to every conversation, every project, every decision, and every relationship. We act with intention, deliver on our commitments, and lead with integrity - even when no one is watching. We turn honour into the foundation that powers everything we do.Be ConnectedWe are culture builders where people are seen, welcomed, and celebrated. We show up in every interaction - the laughs, the wins, the hard days. We turn connection into opportunities for people to feel they belong. What Makes You a Great Fit You take ownership and follow throughYou communicate clearly and effectivelyYou're comfortable solving problems and figuring things outYou learn quickly and adapt as things changeYou care about the team, not just your own workYou bring a sense of humor and perspective to what you do About The Opportunity We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer, Platform to join our team. Duties Serve as a senior full-stack technical contributor across frontend, backend, database, and cloud services.Design and deliver complex software features from concept to deployment.Build responsive frontend applications using Angular and React.Develop backend services and APIs using Node.js, Java, and Spring Boot.Support data-intensive budgeting and reporting workflows.Apply AI-assisted software development practices.Contribute to AI-enabled product capabilities, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), semantic/vector search, embeddings, and prompt orchestration.Address technical debt and resolve production issues.Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and peer code reviews.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-quality software solutions. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience.Minimum 10 years of professional software engineering experience, preferably in a SaaS environment.Proficiency in Angular, React, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.Experience with Node.js, Java, Spring Boot, and Express.Experience with MySQL or PostgreSQL databases.Strong knowledge of API design and integration.Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, CodeRabbit, Greptile, or similar.Experience with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), vector search, embeddings, and prompt orchestration.Experience working in Agile/Scrum software development environments. Benefits: Company-sponsored benefits effective from Day 1 of employment, including Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, RRSP Plan, Personal Time Off (PTO), Company-Paid Holidays, Annual Holiday "Dimming of the Lights" (reduced working hours), Parental Leave, and Employee Referral Bonus. Terms of Employment: Full-Time, Permanent Location: Business and Work Location: Calgary – 1550 5 Street SW, Suite 300, Calgary, AB T2R 1K3 Hours of Work: 40 hours per week Language: English Salary: $145,000 CAD per year Contact: Contact: Celine Brillantes, P&C Manager , people@cleargov.com, (855) 553-2715 Compensation In the spirit of transparency, we are excited to share the base salary for this position is $xxx,xxx - $xxx,xxx USD and exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you are hired at ClearGov, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors such as skills, interview performance, education and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base salary for the role. Hiring beyond the base range would not be typical in order to allow for future & continued salary growth. We also offer a generous compensation and benefits package (more information on benefits listed below). Why Join ClearGov Remote and flexible work environment Meaningful work that impacts communities across the United States Collaborative, high-performing team Competitive compensation and benefits Opportunities to grow as we scale Benefits 🇺🇸 US Employees ✓ Medical, dental & vision ✓ FSA, HSA, and/or Dependent Care FSA ✓ 401(k) with match ✓ Paid vacation time off ✓ Sick and safe time off ✓ 10 company holidays ✓ 3 floating holidays ✓ Paid parental leave ✓ Life + AD&D insurance ✓ Short-term and long-term disability insurance ✓ Employee assistance program ✓ Volunteer days ✓ Annual year-end "Dimming of the Lights" ✓ Annual company offsite ✓ Employee referral program 🇨🇦 Canadian Employees ✓ Medical, dental & vision ✓ RRSP match ✓ Paid vacation time off ✓ 10 company holidays ✓ 3 floating holidays ✓ Paid parental leave ✓ Life + disability insurance ✓ Employee assistance program ✓ Annual year-end "Dimming of the Lights" ✓ Annual company offsite ✓ Employee referral program How To Apply Ready to join us? Apply online today! Equal Opportunity Employer ClearGov is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.