Senior Software Engineer, Canary Technologies
Providing hospitality technology
Open for applications
Providing hospitality technology
201-500 employees
Open for applications
201-500 employees
Company mission
To help hoteliers thrive through innovative software solutions.
Role
Who you are
- You possess strong hands-on experience in application development and a solid understanding of modern system architecture and design
- You have a proven track record of shipping code used by paying customers in both Python and a compiled language
- You are highly skilled in DevOps practices, including GitLab CI/CD, Docker, and managing applications in production environments
- You bring experience with agentic software development and a passion for understanding and solving complex customer problems
- You thrive when acting as a key contributor within a squad, taking ownership of technical challenges and elevating the team's output
- You communicate effectively with technical and commercial stakeholders, translating complex requirements into robust engineering solutions
- If you don’t feel you meet all the requirements, but are excited by the role and know you bring some key strengths, please don't hesitate in applying as you might be right for this role, or other roles
What the job involves
- As a Senior Software Engineer in our Defence business unit, you will lead backend and edge/IoT engineering for critical work streams, implementing robust, scalable patterns
- You’ll bridge the gap between machine learning research and production-grade software, raising the technical bar through hands-on contribution and peer mentoring
- Working alongside Lead Engineers and Data Scientists, you will scope and deliver high-impact solutions that provide immediate value to our customers in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
- Designing and building robust backend and edge/IoT components for diverse client deliverables across multiple software domains
- Scoping and executing bounded technical problems to ensure high-velocity delivery
- Shipping production-ready code in Python and at least one compiled language such as Rust, C++, Go, C#, or Java
- Implementing scalable CI/CD processes, containerisation with Docker, and deployments on Kubernetes or bare metal
- Mentoring and pairing with fellow engineers to share best practices and empower the team to deliver their best work
- Collaborating with Machine Learning and Data Science teams to operationalise agentic software and advanced AI tooling
Application process
- Talent Team Screen (30 minutes)
- System Design Interview (90 minutes)
- Pair Programming Interview (90 minutes)
- Commercial & Leadership Interview (60 minutes)
Our take
Embracing the modern era, Canary Technologies is dedicated to revolutionising the hotel industry through digital transformation. Pioneering the field with its mobile web-based Guest Management System and Digital Authorisation solutions, Canary aims to rid hotels of outdated technology, enhancing revenue streams by boosting staff productivity and delivering superior guest experiences.
Co-founders Harman and SJ, childhood friends turned business partners, bring a unique blend of expertise to the table, drawing from their extensive background in both hospitality and technology sectors. With the industry already on an upward trajectory, the post-pandemic landscape has further fueled the demand for their solutions, particularly their contactless check-in and checkout offerings.
Despite competition in the sector, Canary has secured significant funding led by Insight Partners, enabling rapid expansion and talent acquisition to meet the burgeoning demand for its innovative solutions.
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Insights
59% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Jun 2025
$80m
SERIES D
Jun 2024
$50m
SERIES C
Total funding: $175.2m
Company benefits
- Our health insurance has you covered on day 1
- Flexible working hours
- Training and career development
- Regular team building events
- A travel stipend for when you stay at Canary hotels
- Internal promotions from within the team
- Kitchen stocked with fruit, snacks, coffee, and more
- We're a diverse and global team
Company HQ
Financial District, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Harman Singh Narula
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously founded a custom printed apparel company, The Shirt Guys, LLC. Worked in strategy for Citigroup and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc, and as a Management Consultant for Bain & Company.
Satjot "SJ" Sawhney
(Co-Founder & President)Previously co-founded Mobibolt, Inc and Tapfame before serving as Head of Product at the hospitality technology startup, Stayful.
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