Shopify, Canada’s most successful tech company and a global e-commerce leader, is hiring Software Engineers in Ottawa and remotely across Canada at a salary of $85,000 CAD per year. Shopify is consistently ranked among Canada’s best employers and is well-known for its support of international talent and remote-first culture.
About the Role
You will contribute to the development and scaling of Shopify’s core commerce platform, building features used by millions of merchants worldwide. The stack includes Ruby on Rails, React, GraphQL, and a rich suite of internal developer tools.
Requirements
- 3+ years of professional software development experience
- Proficiency in Ruby, Go, or JavaScript/TypeScript
- Experience with distributed systems and cloud-based infrastructure
- Excellent written communication skills (important for async remote work)
Compensation & Benefits
The $85,000 CAD salary comes alongside Shopify stock options, a comprehensive benefits plan, wellness stipend, home office equipment budget, and parental leave.
Visa & Work Authorisation
Shopify supports LMIA-backed work permits and regularly assists international hires through Canada’s Global Talent Stream, which offers two-week processing for eligible tech workers.
How to Apply
Apply at shopify.com/careers. Shopify’s hiring process is largely written and async — invest time in thoughtful written answers to their application questions.