software engineer

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

Asset languages

• Filipino; Pilipino
• Bikol

Work setting

• Research and development institution
• International level

Tasks

• Collect and document user's requirements
• Coordinate the development, installation, integration and operation of computer-based systems
• Define system functionality
• Develop flowcharts, layouts and documentation to identify solutions
• Develop process and network models to optimize architecture
• Develop software solutions by studying systems flow, data usage and work processes
• Evaluate the performance and reliability of system designs
• Evaluate user feedback
• Execute full lifecycle software development
• Plan every step of the integration of a computer-based system
• Prepare plan to maintain software
• Research technical information to design, develop and test computer-based systems
• Synthesize technical information for every phase of the cycle of a computer-based system
• Upgrade and maintain software
• Lead and co-ordinate teams of information systems professionals in the development of software and integrated information systems, process control software and other embedded software control systems
• JavaScript Object Notation (JSON)
• Usability testing
• Operate automatic or other testing equipment to ensure product quality
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support
• Conduct tests and perform security and quality controls
• Execute and document results of software application tests and information and telecommunication systems tests

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)

Regulatory investigation

• Regulatory reporting

Computer and technology knowledge

• Agile
• Business intelligence
• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
• Workday
• Intranet
• Internet
• XML Technology (XSL,XSD,DTD)
• Desktop applications
• Java

Area of work experience

• Project implementation
• Design
• Quality assurance or control

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

• Scrum
• Development of computer applications
• Cybersecurity
• Technical support
• Testing
• Business methods analysis
• E-commerce
• Networks
• Development of quality assurance programs

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Sound discrimination

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Dedication
• Analytical
• Proactive
• Quick learner

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current field of study?
• What is your current level of study?

Experience

• 5 years or more

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week
• Wellness program

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and / or refugees
• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and / or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example : Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and / or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and / or refugees with experienced employees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and / or refugees
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for mature workers

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers
• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for mature workers
• Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example : flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
• Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example : gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)
• Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example : adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)
• Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example : financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities
• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example : anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
• Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities