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Associate Engineer (Back End)
Xero (UK) Limited · 🇺🇸 CAN: Alberta Remote Worker · Remote
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About the role
The role At Xero, we are on a mission to supercharge small businesses by connecting them with modern technology and building a stronger economy. As an Associate Desktop Engineer, you will make a real impact by writing clean, reliable code to deliver well-defined features and system improvements that directly align with customer needs. You will solve problems proactively, ensure software systems remain robust, and take ownership of meaningful product outcomes while continuously learning. Through close collaboration and peer support, you will play an active role in building a positive, inclusive team environment. You will debug code, contribute to code reviews, and help refine engineering processes to drive collective success. The team & how they connect Our engineering teams work closely alongside Product Owners, peers, and senior leaders to solve problems through thoughtful, respectful discussion. We value an open growth mindset where knowledge sharing, pair programming, and constructive feedback help everyone lift their craft together. By identifying blockers and communicating with clarity, the team works as one to deliver software safely and efficiently. Initially, you will focus on - Developing high-quality software in C# and .NET Framework with guidance from senior engineers - Designing and running testing activities to assess product quality and mitigate risks - Debugging code and monitoring system health using logs, alerts, dashboards, and runbooks - Building desktop user interfaces using WPF, XAML, and relational SQL databases Where and how you can work Our engineering teams work collaboratively to build and maintain scalable technology for small businesses. We value open communication, thoughtful discussion, and working together across functions to remove blockers and solve problems efficiently. Here are some of the things we are looking for - A solid understanding of C# and object-oriented programming principles - Practical familiarity with the .NET Framework, WPF, XAML, and SQL databases - Confidence using Git for version control workflows and a clear understanding of basic API concepts - An eagerness to learn modern software delivery practices like pair programming, unit testing, and continuous improvement - A strong drive to share ideas, seek feedback, and informally support team members as you grow Xero uses AI to help screen applications based on job-related qualifications. These tools assist our recruiters but do not make automated hiring decisions. A human recruiter reviews all candidates before any hiring action is taken. Apply even if your experience isn't a perfect match! At Xero, we hire based on your skills, passion, and the unique perspective you can bring to enhance our culture and team. Compensation & Total Rewards At Xero, we value the impact and skills you bring to the team. We believe in a Total Package philosophy - ensuring your value is recognised through a holistic lens that includes base salary, performance incentives, and world-class benefits. The expected base salary range for this role is $109,100 - $136,400 CAD.