Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

 

Join Wärtsilä Voyage, a leading technology company in the Marine and Energy markets, on a journey towards a cleaner, more sustainable future. 

 
We are seeking a Software Development Engineer to contribute to the development of our globe-spanning port management information system. This role offers the opportunity to work with a talented team, drive technical innovation, and make a significant impact in the maritime industry. 

This is a full-time position based in Vancouver, BC, at 353 Water Street. General start time is 8:00 AM-8:30 AM, 1-hour lunch, 8-hour days, Monday to Friday, and Thursday is remote. 

 

Responsibilities: 

 

Design and develop software solutions for port management. 

Aid in the design of software architecture centered around microservices, developing deployment, containerized, and coding strategies that will scale and adapt to business needs both on the cloud and on-prem. 

Research emerging technologies, industry trends, and methodologies, make proposals of benefits and costs to decision-makers, and watch as theory becomes practice. 

Collaborate with global cross-functional teams through SCRUM to design and implement agile solutions for complex maritime challenges. 

Mentor developers, sharing your knowledge and ensuring that future generations of developers will practice and propagate this knowledge.  

 

Required qualifications: 

 

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, related field or equivalent. 

Minimum of 2 years of experience in software development, with a preference on C#, SQL, and TypeScript. 

Language-specific experience is not a must, more emphasis is placed on overall skill in programming and the ability to learn a new language. 

Knowledge of frameworks such as LINQ, .NET, and Angular are a plus. 

Competence with Git. 

The ability to communicate abstract concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. 

Experience in the maritime industry, particularly in port operations or maritime logistics, would be highly beneficial. 

Knowledge of supply chain and logistical industry practices is also advantageous. 

 

Preferred qualifications: 

Experience with designing and configuring solutions for both on-premises and Azure cloud deployments, including infrastructure setup, networking configurations, security protocols, and deployment strategies would be an asset. 

 

Last application date: 23/02/2025 

 

Successful applicants must be authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship.

 

For applicants that reside in BC, the annual salary wage range is $80,000 CAD - $100,000 CAD.

The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education, individual skill set, level of experience applicable to the role they are being offered and consideration of internal equity.

 

Wartsila is committ ed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities.

 

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your request.

 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

 

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.