About the Role:

As a member of the Smart Roadside team, your mission will be to create and enhance Drivewyze applications to meet the current and future needs of our customers as part of a talented team of Software Developers, QA, Product Managers, and other internal partners.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be involved in maintaining and expanding existing applications, plus design and developing of new applications, building on, and expanding the Drivewyze ecosystem to meet current requirements and addressing future challenges we don’t even know about yet. This includes portal applications, back-end services, APIs, supporting tools, security and architectural changes.

Job Accountabilities:

• Design, architect, develop, code and test applications on our servers and cloud platform. The following tech stacks are currently in use:

• C#, ASP.NET, Microsoft SQL Server, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Postgres.

• Elixir, Erlang, and Linux.

• Develop, manage, maintain, and improve web APIs and microservices based on current cloud architecture applicable to the platform.

• Apply industry best practices with your knowledge and expertise to execute an idea from concept to delivery as a member of a collaborative agile team.

• Document design, architecture, and system integrations as required.

• Explore, evaluate, recommend, and implement new technologies to maximize efficiency and effectiveness for new and existing product ideas. 

What you bring:

• Post-secondary education or equivalent experience in Computer Science, computer or electrical engineering or related degree, or a diploma and applicable work experience

• 5+ years previous experience in application development including back-end services, mobile applications, and databases.

• You love solving problems, are motivated and methodical, and have high attention to detail.

• Take pride in consistently writing clean, reliable, and secure code.

• A believer in testing and peer code reviews.

• You support what you build and understand that building applications is more than just writing code. Working with your development team and the support team, you are passionate about ensuring applications continue delivering value long after deployment.

 Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain full stack web applications using Python, Django, React and Next.js
• Build and integrate RESTful and GraphQL APIs
• Implement scalable ETL/data transformation workflows using Databricks or similar platforms
• Write efficient and well-structured SQL, and manage PostgreSQL database schemas
• Develop and execute unit tests, and participate in writing integration and end-to-end tests
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex issues across the stack
• Ensure code quality through automated testing and code reviews
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement features and business logic
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical team members
• Provide guidance to junior developers

Requirements

• Senior level full stack developer
• Good “interactive comms” (speaking live with others) is extremely important for this role!
• Strong proficiency with React and modern JavaScript/TypeScript
• Advanced skills with Python
• Experience with REST API
• Proficient in SQL, PostgreSQL, including schema design and query optimization
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
• Experience with unit testing, test-driven development, and using frameworks such as pytest, unittest, or Jest
• Familiarity with cloud-based platform services such as Azure or AWS
• Familiarity with any version control system, e.g. Git, SVN, Mercurial, …
• Familiarity with build pipelines, e.g., GitActions, GitLab, BitBucket, Azure DevOps, …
• Familiarity with any software ticketing system or process, e.g., Jira, Solar, ServiceNow, etc.
• Familiarity with Version control in git-based system (GitHub, GitLab, BitBucket)
• Willingness to spend a significant portion of the onboarding and perhaps ongoing time in a collaborative team programming settings

Preferences

• Experience with frameworks such as Django, flask, fastapi
• GraphQL API design and integration
• Understanding of data pipelines, ETL processes, and tools like Databricks
• Experience with geospatial data and functions (e.g., Geocoding API, H3 grid system, PostGIS)
• Experience with Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes

Job Summary

The Operations Partner is a critical logistical role essential to Bird's success in Edmonton. You will take responsibility for the logistics of the local fleet of e-scooters and e-bikes, ensuring they are charged, safe, and positioned correctly to meet the community's transportation needs.

We are looking for entrepreneurial individuals or logistics businesses ready to hit the ground running. Whether you are a solo operator with a single van or a fleet owner capable of deploying multiple drivers, you can scale this partnership to fit your capacity.

You will have the flexibility to choose how you operate:

• Maximize earnings by securing your own space (warehouse/facility) to charge vehicles overnight.
• Streamline operations by simply retrieving and transporting vehicles to our central warehouse.

This is a pay-per-task role where compensation is directly tied to productivity. With an estimated daily volume of 1,000+ vehicles, the earning potential averages $30+ per hour,  with opportunities to earn more based on efficiency and performance.

Important Details About the Role:

• This is an independent contractor position, not an employee role.
• You are responsible for your own tools, equipment, and any associated expenses required to complete your work.
• As an independent contractor, you manage your own schedule and workload to meet the operational needs of Bird.

Responsibilities

• Fleet Transportation: Utilize your vehicle(s) or fleet to collect, deploy, relocate, and retrieve e-scooters and e-bikes across Edmonton daily.
• Task-Based Operations (Choose your model):
• Retrieve & Charge (Highest Margin): Collect vehicles, charge them at your own secured facility, and deploy them the next morning.
• Retrieve & Drop-off: Collect vehicles and transport them to the local Bird warehouse for charging.
• Operational Management: Manage the end-to-end operation of your assigned portfolio, ensuring vehicles are available in high-demand areas.
• Maintenance & Quality: Perform light field checks to ensure vehicles are safe and environmentally friendly.
• Field Execution: Problem-solve in real-time to overcome obstacles, prioritize tasks, and navigate local geography efficiently.

Must Haves

• Vehicle Access (Required): Must own or have consistent access to at least one large vehicle (van/truck) suitable for transporting multiple scooters/bikes. Fleet owners with multiple vehicles/drivers are encouraged to apply.
• Storage Space (Asset): Access to a garage, warehouse, or commercial facility with electricity is highly preferred for maximizing earnings (allows for overnight charging).
• License: Valid Class 5 Driver's License (or applicable commercial license) with a clean driving record for all operating drivers.
• Physical Ability: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly; must be able to stoop, bend, walk, and stand for long periods while handling heavy equipment.
• Availability: Flexible schedule with a willingness to regularly operate on weekends.
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable learning new mobile tools to locate and manage the fleet.
• Local Knowledge: Strong knowledge of Edmonton's local geography.

Why Bird Matters

Every time you hop on a Bird, you’re helping build a more livable city. We focus on four core pillars that reflect the impact of every ride:

• Freedom: We're the bridge that connects you to every experience—simple, convenient, and stress-free. We give you the freedom to move without limits.
• Exploration: We turn everyday trips into memorable experiences, sparking discovery and wonder as you connect with the world around you.
• Community: Taking a Bird is an act of citizenship. We create a sense of belonging and unity, knowing that the richer our communities become, the richer our lives become.
• Sustainability: Our electric vehicles reduce gas-powered car usage and lower carbon emissions. We enable responsible choices, creating tangible impact and driving progress toward a cleaner future.

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Hey there!

Bird launched micromobility. Now we’re shaping its future.

We’re Bird, and we’re on a mission to transform the way the world moves one ride at a time. Our products, services, and people share one common goal: to make cities more livable by empowering people and communities everywhere to move freely, discover new possibilities, and create a cleaner, more connected future. To cleaner air. To calmer streets. To cities built for people.

Who We Are

Bird is a global leader in micromobility, dedicated to shaping the future of urban movement. Our cleaner, affordable, and on-demand mobility solutions are available in over 200 cities worldwide.

We take a collaborative, community-first approach to micromobility. Bird partners closely with the cities in which it operates, leveraging our experience and safety-first technology to help them meet their shared mobility and climate goals and provide a reliable, affordable, and responsible transportation option for people who live and work there.

Our award-winning electric vehicles have empowered more than eighty-seven million rides in cities around the world and helped riders take carbon-free trips in more than 200 cities globally. And our teams are constantly pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo in pursuit of a brighter future.

Job Summary:

As a Fleet Van Operator for Bird Canada in Edmonton, you'll play a vital role in managing our fleet of e-scooters and e-bikes to meet the community's transportation needs. Using Bird's mobile technology, you will monitor, transport, rebalance, and swap batteries for our devices, thus ensuring safe, environmentally friendly scooters and bikes are available to riders nearby. This role is ideal for self-driven individuals who thrive on autonomy, have excellent time-management skills, and enjoy driving on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, unload, drive, & operate a company vehicle following mobile app-guided destinations
• Support operations and logistics with fleet deployment in vans, staging in the warehouse, and collection of scooters from the field
• Relocate scooters from low to high-demand areas in a timely fashion
• Regular quality and performance checks on scooters and company vehicles
• Basic scooter diagnostics, follow company procedures to identify necessary repairs on damaged or malfunctioning scooters
• Disinfect, clean, and prepare scooters to ensure a safe and enjoyable rider experience
• Ensure all docked and warehoused vehicles are charging according to Bird’s safety procedures
• Collaborate and communicate with team members to accomplish shift goals in person and via mobile app.
• Participate in quality assurance and testing for new product and feature releases

Pay: 18.00 CAD

Must Have

• A valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Strong familiarity with Edmonton streets and roadways.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform tasks requiring stooping, bending, walking, and standing for extended periods.
• Strong organizational skills

Highly Desired

• 1-3 years of experience driving larger vehicles (cargo vans, U-Haul Trucks, etc)
• Mechanically inclined with a basic understanding of vehicle maintenance

Why Bird Matters

Every time you hop on a Bird, you’re helping build a more livable city. We focus on four core pillars that reflect the impact of every ride:

• Freedom: We're the bridge that connects you to every experience—simple, convenient, and stress-free. We give you the freedom to move without limits.
• Exploration: We turn everyday trips into memorable experiences, sparking discovery and wonder as you connect with the world around you.
• Community: Taking a Bird is an act of citizenship. We create a sense of belonging and unity, knowing that the richer our communities become, the richer our lives become.

Sustainability: Our electric vehicles reduce gas-powered car usage and lower carbon emissions. We enable responsible choices, creating tangible impact and driving progress toward a cleaner future.

Sounds like a place you’d like to work? Sweet. Let’s chat.

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