Software Developer

About the Position

• We are searching for a permanent Software Developer supporting data engineering to join our Software Engineering team.
• This position is unionized and part of the CUPE 1816 Bargaining Unit. This position is paid at hourly rates and receives wage increases in accordance with the Collective Agreement. The wage for this position is : $8,546 - $9,657 per month.

Job Summary

Under the broad managerial direction of the Assistant Manager / Manager and as an active member of a self-organized work team, collaborates collectively in the planning, design, testing, execution and delivery stages of technology-driven products and services that meet the needs of the business and deliver value. Provides subject matter expertise in program, and systems analysis, design and implementation to the team through the application of the software development life cycle, industry standards and best practices, and individual proficiency levels with PBC’s systems. Evaluates new and enhanced vendor products and contributes to internal knowledge databases. To support the team, may perform duties of the Business Systems Analyst and QA Analyst as determined through team collaboration. May receive and respond to off hours trouble calls. Maintains required proficiency levels in technical skills and core competencies consistent with the established framework for the position and pursues continuing self-development associated with the rapid pace of change within the industry.

Job Duties

Self-Organized Work Team Member

1. As an active member of a self-organized work team and through group cooperation, shared processes and team problem solving, collaborates collectively in the planning, design, testing, execution and delivery stages of technology-driven products and services that meet the needs of the business and deliver value by :

Technical Software Systems Specialist

2. Provides program and systems analysis, design and implementation expertise to the team in the design and delivery of technology-driven products / services through the application of the software development life cycle, industry standards and best practices, and individual proficiency levels with PBC’s systems by :

Additional Technical Functions Assigned Through Team Collaboration

7. Perform any or all duties of the Business Systems Analyst and may perform QA Analyst duties as determined through team collaboration, which do not affect the rating of the core functions of the Developer job.

General Team and Department Support

8. Through continuous learning initiatives, maintains up to date knowledge of system design concepts, development tools, design / build and deployment methodologies, security requirements, operating systems, business products / services within PBC’s environment and their relationship to technology-driven solutions, general technology trends and other information related to the provision of development services.

9. Conducts ongoing review of technical materials related to changes in in-house products / services from a technology perspective, and those originating through cloud services management. Conducts online research and participates in information exchanges with colleagues and technical contacts, including membership in technology resource groups.

10. Participates in semi-annual disaster recovery exercises by conducting regression testing for specific business applications in consultation with Data Base Administrators and members of the disaster recovery team.

11. Performs other assigned duties related to the provision of development services and team operation which do not affect the rating of the job.

Qualifications

2 year diploma in computer systems technology such as BCIT’s Computer Systems Technology (CSIT) with program options in Technical Programming (or equivalent program) which in addition to technology courses includes foundational courses in :

Business Communication

MS Office products including Basic Word, Outlook and PowerPoint, and Advanced Excel

Project Management

Additional courses related to one or more areas of technical specialization (equivalent to one year or 15 credits)

Software testing courses equivalent to :

International Software Testing Qualifications Board Foundation Level (17 hours) OR Association of Software Testers Foundation Level (36 hours)

Formal training leading to certification in Agile practitioner level skills and knowledge (eg SAFe Practitioner course (14 hours) or equivalent industry-recognized Agile course(s)

Demonstrated critical thinking skills gained through the successful application of problem solving methods such as problem analysis, logic and judgement

Minimum 5 years in business application development in a project team structure (medium size environment) with experience using a variety of application tools specific to the assigned area of operation and exposure to testing / quality assurance and business / systems analysis in a medium to large sized organization, working on medium to large scale projects.

Demonstrated understanding of :

All technical software design, business analysis and testing skills as defined in the technical skills framework for this position

All team collaboration core competencies as defined in the core competency framework for this position

MS Office products (basic Word, Outlook and PowerPoint; advanced Excel including pivot tables)

Note : This role will be supporting the SQL and Data Engineering team.

If you’re excited about taking on this opportunity, we invite you to apply today and start the conversation with us about this position.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

PBC is an Indigenous Works employer of choice, an Insurance Business Canada Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion award winner, one of Canada’s Greenest employers, a Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) employer partner, and a Pride at Work partner.

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and employees feel empowered to freely participate and contribute regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ability, education level, parental status, or socioeconomic status. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

To request an accommodation in completing this job application, testing, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to careers@pac.bluecross.ca. These accommodation requests will be reviewed confidentially and, on a case-by-case basis by Human Resources.

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