Software Engineer, Enablement

Job Description

At Aurora Solar, we foster an exceptional work environment through inclusiveness and transparency. Our pay ranges are anchored to the median of the market for companies of our size and industry. Our pay for new hires is typically set at the start of the position's pay range. This allows for financial growth within the role as the employee builds experience and displays a track record of performance success at Aurora.

About Aurora Solar

Aurora is on a mission to create a future of solar for all. Our award-winning software puts the power of data and technology into the hands of every solar professional to make solar adoption simple and predictable. Our software has designed millions of solar projects so far, empowering solar companies to sell, design, and install residential and commercial solar arrays accurately, seamlessly, and at scale.

We've been named one of "The Best Remote Companies" by BuiltIn.com and have been recognized for the second time as a Certified Green Business (CGB) with the city of San Francisco. We're in this together to support the world's transition to solar.

About the Team

The Enablement Engineering team builds the platforms and infrastructure that power everything we ship. Our work accelerates product development across Aurora by making complex energy modeling accurate, scalable, and reliable. This includes building systems that support building energy consumption, utility rates, battery storage, and whole-home electrification.

We don't just support product teams; we multiply their impact. By delivering shared services and foundational tools, we help Aurora customers design smarter, higher-quality solar projects with confidence. The team is collaborative, inclusive, and deeply invested in each other's growth. We value clear communication, thoughtful problem-solving, and learning together as we push the platform forward.

About the Role

As a Software Engineer on the Enablement team, you'll contribute and help build the core services that underpin Aurora Solar's products. You'll build highly accurate, scalable backend systems that model complex energy usage and utility rates across domestic and international markets. These systems are critical to helping customers deliver precise, high-quality solar designs.

You'll also help enable product teams to move faster as they build customer-facing features for battery storage and whole-home electrification. Along the way, you'll grow your skills alongside a collaborative team while contributing to the platform quality as we continue to scale the platform together.

Your Impact

• Build and evolve the foundational platform that supports Aurora Solar's core software systems
• Increase engineering velocity and platform reliability by developing internal tools, infrastructure, and automation
• Contribute to technical discussion and grow toward greater ownership over time
• Support the health and performance of critical services, including participation in an on-call rotation
• Contribute to new platform capabilities and greenfield infrastructure that expand what Aurora can deliver

What You Bring

• 2+ years building backend services or platform infrastructure
• Comfort with AI development tools like Cursor, Claude Code, or OpenAI Codex
• A working knowledge of system design principles, and a real desire to deepen your architecture skills
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages and the curiosity to quickly learn new technologies
• Strong computer science fundamentals and sound engineering judgment
• Comfort working in a remote-first environment, with a bias toward ownership and follow-through
• Clear, collaborative communication skills and a team-first attitude
• Proficiency in written and spoken English. Resumes should be submitted in English

Nice to Haves

• Experience with cloud infrastructure such as AWS, GCP, or Azure, and modern DevOps practices like CI/CD and containerization
• Experience delivering reliable, high-performance APIs and service layers
• Familiarity with data modeling, simulations, or complex calculation systems
• Background in energy, utilities, or finance-related domains
• A genuine interest in renewable energy and accelerating the transition to clean power

What We Offer

• 🏖️Flexible PTO - Take the time when you need it
• 🍼Parental Leave - 16 weeks with 100% base salary + gradual return to work
• 💰WFH Stipend - An initial $675 CAD(Non-engineers) or $1000 CAD (Engineering roles)
• 🏢 Coworking Stipend - $400 CAD / month if you prefer to be at a coworking facility near you
• ☀️Energize Fridays - Company-wide days to log off and recharge
• 📶Connectivity Stipend - Up to $125 CAD / month towards internet or phone
• Learning & Development - $970 CAD / annually to use towards professional development (You have to complete 90 days of employment to receive this stipend)
• 🩺Medical, Dental, and Vision - Aurora will cover 100% of premiums for employee-only and dependent coverage of our supplemental medical, dental, and vision plans

Please take a look at our Canadian Benefits Booklet for a deeper dive into our offerings

Please note that stipend amounts are based on USD; local currency amounts may vary with FX rate fluctuations

Compensation Philosophy

At Aurora Solar, we foster an exceptional work environment through inclusiveness and transparency. Our pay ranges are anchored to the median of the market for companies of our size and industry. Our pay for new hires is typically set at the start of the position's pay range. This allows for financial growth within the role as the employee builds experience and displays a track record of performance success at Aurora.

Our current base pay ranges in each zone are:

• Tier 1: Toronto, Vancouver: CAD $105,000 - $142,000
• Tier 2: All Other CA Locations: CAD $95,500 - $129,100

Aurora is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce of people who believe in and are passionate about creating a future of solar energy for all. We are an equal opportunity employer, we welcome and consider qualified applicants regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy status, veteran status, or any other differences. We encourage you to apply even if you believe that you do not meet all of the above criteria!

Aurora is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation that would better enable your success during the application or interview process, please complete this form.