Software Engineer, Backend Developer, Java Developer

Position: Software Engineer I
Join the Ping Access Software team as a Software Engineer, where you’ll develop features and updates for our mission‑critical platform that secures billions of identities for world‑class organizations. You’ll have the opportunity to work on an advanced identity and access protocol stack with a proven track record in enterprise‑grade, large‑scale deployments.

If you’re a passionate developer who thrives in a fast‑moving, agile environment – this role is for you. We’re looking for someone with strong communication skills, the ability to translate requirements and designs into functional Java code, and a sharp focus on security, quality, and performance.

Job Functions

Act as a key individual contributor within a high‑performing agile development team.

Collaborate with team members locally in Vancouver, BC and Denver, CO.

Analyze and refine requirements with our product management team.

Design new features to work seamlessly with existing functionality.

Plan and estimate work to be completed.

Maintain existing code and resolve reported defects.

Develop unit and integration tests in collaboration with Software Quality Engineers.

Essential Qualifications

Strong skills with the Java programming language.

Familiarity with common Java open source libraries and development tools.

Solid understanding of HTTP and TLS.

Experience with development tools including IDEs, git, Jenkins, Maven and Claude Code.

Great interpersonal communication skills.

Exceptional problem‑solving skills.

Ability to learn quickly and independently, and to gather information and understand complex features and environments.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with web application libraries such as Spring and Jackson.

Experience with relational databases, JDBC, SQL, and ORMs such as Hibernate.

Knowledge of identity management technologies and protocols (e.g., OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, certificate management, cryptography, etc.).

Understanding of enterprise‑scale systems and configurations related to security.

Familiarity with asynchronous networking and/or Netty.

Experience with Dev Ops technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes and Helm.

Compensation Range
CAD 70,505 - 88,131

Life at Ping
We believe in and facilitate a flexible, collaborative work environment. We’re growing quickly, but remain true to the innovative, can‑do startup values that got us here. Most importantly, we keep hiring talented, smart, fun, and genuinely nice people because that’s who we want to succeed with every day.

Other Benefits

A company culture that empowers you to do your best work.

Employee Resource Groups that create a sense of belonging for everyone.

Regular company and team bonding events.

Competitive benefits and perks.

Global volunteering and community initiatives.

Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule.

Progressive Healthcare Options.

Retirement Programs.

Opportunity for

Education Reimbursement .

Commuter Offset (Specific locations).

Equal Opportunity / Anti‑Discrimination Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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