Job Description

ABOUT UNIVERUS:

Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia, Univerus is a fast-growing enterprise software company specializing in vertical market solutions. With over 300 employees, more than 20 acquisitions, and a global customer base exceeding 3,500 organizations, Univerus delivers mission-critical technology across public and private sectors. Our flagship product, Unity ERP, powers operations in local government, utilities, construction, manufacturing, health and safety, education, and beyond.

As part of the Univerus family, PDS combines over 50 years of human capital management expertise, now enhanced by the broader innovation and resources of Univerus.

PDS’ Vista® is the complete HCM software solution Built to Empower. All the pieces— human resources, payroll, benefits, recruiting, onboarding, time and attendance, self-service, analytics, extensive reporting, and workflow—on-premises or in the cloud, come together to simplify your business practices and processes.

POSITION DETAILS:

Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000 per year
Location: Ideally from one of our Canadian offices in Burnaby, Saskatoon, Toronto, Peterborough, Ottawa.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:

Reports to Vice President of Engineering
Position will have 3-6 direct reports across multiple levels

ROLE OVERVIEW:

Technical leader responsible for managing engineering execution across multiple teams or complex initiatives. Balances hands-on technical work with people management and strategic planning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage technical execution across multiple teams and projects
Lead architectural design for large-scale systems and initiatives
Develop and mentor engineering talent across multiple levels
Collaborate with Product and Business stakeholders on technical strategy
Drive engineering standards, processes, and best practices
Manage technical debt and platform evolution
Participate in strategic planning and roadmap development
Lead incident response and post-mortem processes

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs):

Technical Requirements

Proven track record of leading large-scale technical projects
Expert knowledge of system architecture and design patterns
Experience with team leadership and project management
Strong understanding of software engineering practices and methodologies
Experience with enterprise-scale HR/HCM systems
Knowledge of compliance and security requirements in Human Resources domain

Success Metrics

Successfully delivers complex multi-team initiatives
Develops high-performing engineering teams
Drives measurable improvements in system performance and reliability
Influences product and technical strategy

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years in a team leadership role, preferably in a technology-driven environment.
5-10 years of professional software development experience

WHAT WE OFFER:

Health and Dental
EFAP
RRSP Matching
Generous Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Environment
Education Reimbursement Program

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Univerus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to working with you to ensure your needs are met.

How to Apply

Ready to join us? Please submit your resume and cover letter by following the application instructions outlined in this posting.

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