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Senior Software Developer in Edmonton, AB

Senior Software Developer Job Description

Senior Software Developers in Canada are experienced professionals who play a critical role in the software development lifecycle (SDLC) within a company. They leverage in-depth technical knowledge and strong coding skills to design, develop, test, and deploy complex software applications.

Typical senior software developer duties:

Analyze and translate business requirements into technical solutions. Participate in all phases of the SDLC, including design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance. Lead or mentor junior developers, providing guidance and technical expertise. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following coding standards and best practices. Design, develop, and implement unit tests and integration tests to ensure code quality and functionality. Collaborate with other developers, designers, product managers, and stakeholders throughout the development process. Troubleshoot and debug complex software issues efficiently. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve code quality.

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Salary for Senior Software Developer in Edmonton, AB

122744 - 166563

Low
122744
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
149394
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
166563
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.
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