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Software Developer III

Job in Halifax, Nova Scotia, B0B, Canada
Listing for: Dayforce, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-26
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Backend Developer, Full Stack Developer
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) region.

Our award-winning Cloud HCM platform offers a unified solution database and continuous calculation engine, driving efficiency, productivity and compliance for the global workforce.

Our brand prom ise - Makes Work Life Better ™ - Reflec ts our commitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally.

About the Opportunity

The Dayforce Product Development team is looking for a talented Software Developer III to help build the next generation of Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions. This is an opportunity to reinvent HCM and develop award-winning, innovative solutions that challenge the industry's perception of what an HCM platform can do.

As a Software Developer III on our Global Payroll team, you will contribute to our industry-leading solution that helps organizations improve efficiency by paying employees accurately and on time. You will participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, analysis, prototyping, development, testing, and product support. Working closely with clients, implementation partners, and cross-functional Dayforce teams, you will help design and deliver innovative functionality that serves customers around the world.

If you are passionate about technology, enjoy building great software, and want to see your work used by thousands of organizations globally, we'd love to hear from you.

This role supports Government of Canada and U.S. Government projects. Candidates must be eligible to obtain or currently hold Canadian Protected B security clearance
, must have five or more years of residency in Canada
, and must be Canadian citizens eligible to work on Government of Canada and U.S. Government projects.

What You'll Get to Do

  • Develop business logic and services that support the Dayforce Global Payroll solution.
  • Contribute to the modernization of the platform by moving functionality from the monolith to microservices.
  • Design and develop microservices.
  • Perform hands‑on development using C#, SQL, Kafka, and Azure.
  • Participate in research, design, and development for new initiatives.
  • Contribute to both team-based and individual development projects.

Skills and Experience We Value

  • In-depth experience with C# and the .NET Framework.
  • Proficiency with T‑SQL and a solid understanding of relational database systems.
  • Experience with Kubernetes and container technologies.
  • Experience with public cloud platforms, including Azure.
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented design and software development principles.
  • Experience working as a key contributor within an Agile Scrum team.
  • Demonstrated ability to take ownership of design, development, and quality through completion.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

What Would Make You Stand Out

  • Experience building highly performant and scalable applications.
  • Experience with Kafka and Pub/Sub technologies.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of MongoDB, pod scaling, RESTful APIs, and JSON.

What’s in it for you

Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.

We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.

Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.

With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself.

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