About the role

At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate.

Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow.

Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you.

Software Developer II

You will contribute to the development and enhancement of applications by executing AI-native workflows within a spec-driven development framework. Working under the guidance of senior technical staff, you will use AI agents to generate code and automated tests, ensuring high quality and alignment with product objectives. You are a passionate learner and want to grow your career by mentorship and trying new things.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Execution: Implement .NET solutions from defined high-level specs using AI agents and GitHub Copilot.

Quality Assurance: Maintain a "Test First" mentality by verifying that AI-generated code meets functional and security requirements.

Collaboration: Participate in cross-functional processes and work closely with product and design teams to meet delivery goals.

Maintenance: Help minimize technical debt by ensuring code maintainability and following established best practices.

Continuous Learning: Stay updated on technology trends and refine skills in multi-LLM workflows.

Experience and Education

Proficiency: Spec-Driven Development (SDD), VS Code, and GitHub Copilot.

Technical Stack: Must have experience with .NET 6+, C#, SQL, Git, and RESTful web services.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field and approximately 2–4 years of experience in solution delivery.

What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
What We Offer
Cision is the global leader in consumer and media intelligence, engagement, and communication solutions. We equip PR and corporate communications, marketing, and social media professionals with the tools they need to excel in today's data driven world. Our deep expertise, exclusive data partnerships, and award-winning products, including CisionOne, Brandwatch, and PR Newswire, enable over 75,000 companies and organizations, including 84% of the Fortune 500, to see and be seen, understand and be understood by the audiences that matter most to them.

Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge and named a “Top Diversity Employer” for 2021 by DiversityJobs.com.

Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses.

Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]

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Pay Range
$96,395—$110,000 CAD

Interview prep

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Role

Technology & IT Business Development Excel MySQL SQL remote

Likely questions

Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Software Developer II role.
How would you approach your first 30 days at Cision?
Which of Business Development, Excel and MySQL have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

Prepare before the call

A recent example that proves your experience with Business Development, Excel and MySQL.
One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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What would success look like in the first 90 days?
What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
What does a normal working week look like for this role?

Practice line

I am interested in the Software Developer II role because I can bring practical experience in Business Development, Excel and MySQL, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Cision needs from this hire.