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Specialist, Senior Software Engineering (Treasury & Investments)CMHC • Ottawa, ON, CA
Specialist, Senior Software Engineering (Treasury & Investments)

Specialist, Senior Software Engineering (Treasury & Investments)

CMHC • Ottawa, ON, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose : to contribute to a well‑functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust , where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a permanent employee :

  • Annual Paid vacation.
  • Annual individual performance incentive.
  • Defined benefit pension plan.
  • Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well‑being from day one.
  • Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
  • An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the role

Join the Technology and Business Transformation Team, in the Specialist, Software Engineering position, where the next generations of software applications are being developed to enable CMHC to achieve its mission. In this role, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of innovative software solutions. You will act as a point of contact for all stakeholders to ensure business requirements are understood and met, all while supporting continuous improvement through CMHC’s systems.

What you’ll do :

  • Collaborate directly with the client community to understand their system needs, document current and future business processes, and guide them through proposed solutions and their implications.
  • Maintain and modernize legacy and mainframe applications using technologies like C#.NET, VB.NET, ASP.NET, COBOL, CICS, DB2, and JCL.
  • Build cloud‑native and .NET solutions, automate routine tasks, and optimize SQL and batch processes for performance and reliability.
  • Develop intuitive user interfaces with JavaScript and Angular, following the MVC architecture to ensure maintainability and scalability.
  • Translate ideas into action by authoring clear and comprehensive technical specifications and diagrams for both new and existing solutions.
  • Participate actively in testing, defect resolution, and deployment activities to ensure smooth delivery and high‑quality outcomes.
  • Implement strong security measures, access controls, and compliance standards to protect applications and data. Stay current with Azure cloud innovations, best practices, and industry trends to continuously enhance system capabilities.
  • What you should have :

  • A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field—or a combination of education and experience that proves you’re ready to lead.
  • At least 5 years of hands‑on experience designing, building, testing, and deploying Azure cloud solutions that scale and perform.
  • Deep technical knowledge of C#.NET, ASP.NET, VB.NET, and mainframe technologies like COBOL, CICS, DB2, and JCL.
  • Strong SQL skills and a solid grasp of relational database design and optimization.
  • Experience with scripting languages like Python and PowerShell to automate and streamline tasks.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms—especially Microsoft Azure—and a readiness to explore new features and best practices.
  • Comfort with version control tools like VSTS and GIT, and a solid understanding of MVC architecture and object‑oriented programming principles.
  • A growth mindset—eager to learn, adapt, and evolve through continuous professional development.
  • Technologies :

  • Programming Languages : C#.NET, ASP.NET, VB.NET, Python.
  • Databases : SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, IBM DB2.
  • Frontend : JavaScript, Angular.
  • Cloud & Frameworks : Microsoft Azure, IIS 6.0, Active Directory.
  • Tools & Platforms : Windows SharePoint Services, Lotus Notes, ServiceNow, FTP.
  • Version Control & DevOps : VSTS, Git, Azure DevOps.
  • Mainframe & Batch : COBOL, CICS COBOL, Z / OS & JCL, Batch Processing, EGL / RTC, RACF, MQ.
  • It would be great if you also had :

  • Experience with financial systems such as Wallstreet and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations.
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI / CD pipelines.
  • Additional experience with PowerShell / Python scripting automation.
  • Knowledge of advanced mainframe processes and legacy system modernization.
  • Posting closing date :

    Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

    Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

    We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non‑Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

    CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

    Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

    What happens after you apply

    We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort.

    Learn more about our hiring process . If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

    If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!

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