Senior Software Developer - Enterprise Permit & Licencing (Computer Services Officer 4)

Competition # : 49797

Department: Cyber Security & Digital Solutions

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Term

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 28-Sep-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

At CSDS, we prioritize people—both within our team and in the communities we serve. Our mission is to redefine how Nova Scotians engage with government by creating accessible, reliable digital solutions centered around user needs.

In today’s tech-driven world, CSDS empowers government departments with essential digital solutions to meet Nova Scotians’ expectations. As a trusted partner across government, we enable departments to fulfill their mandates with secure, user-friendly services. From healthcare and education to public safety, we collaborate to transform how services are designed and delivered.

We don’t just implement technology; we modernize outdated systems and reimagine processes. Our agile, data-driven approach ensures that digital services are both efficient and adaptable to Nova Scotia’s evolving needs.

Joining CSDS means contributing to work that makes a real difference. From providing vital tech support to healthcare professionals to strengthening cybersecurity and developing scalable digital platforms, you’ll play a key role in building a more inclusive, responsive government for Nova Scotians.

Together, we’re setting new standards for digital public service, delivering resilient solutions that meet today’s needs—and anticipate tomorrow’s challenges.

About Our Opportunity

The Permit & Licencing team are on a mission to redefine service delivery for Nova Scotians. Join us on this transformative journey to enhance how services are delivered, making them more user-friendly and efficient.

We're seeking a Senior Software Developer who's not just looking for a job but an opportunity to make a real difference. This role is your chance to be at the core of innovation, shaping the future of permit and licencing services in Nova Scotia. Ready to make an impact? We're excited to meet you.

Primary Accountabilities

• Design and deliver secure, scalable solutions for high-volume, citizen facing government services
• Translate complex business needs into technical requirements, refining and estimating these as backlog items.
• Develop and maintain high-quality code, ensuring best practices in security, scalability, and performance.
• Integrate services and APIs, both internal and external, to create seamless application functionalities.
• Generate technical documentation, including data pipelines, ETL workflows, and entity-relationship diagrams (ERDs).
• Research and provide technical recommendations to continually improve our development processes.
• Lead and participate in code reviews to uphold code quality and facilitate knowledge sharing among team members.
• Mentor junior developers, guiding them in their professional growth and ensuring team cohesion.
  
  

Qualifications and Experience

• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, SASS, and JavaScript for front-end development.
• Skilled in object-oriented programming, with recent experience in .NET, C#, Python and Java.
• Comprehensive understanding of the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), focusing on developing secure custom applications.
• Proficiency with SQL databases, GIT, and MVC architectures, underscoring a strong foundation in software engineering principles.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies, demonstrating flexibility and efficiency in project management.
• Proven ability to integrate modern applications with legacy systems and external government or third-party services; e.g. expertise in developing and utilizing web-based APIs, particularly RESTful services.
• Strong understanding of security, privacy and compliance requirements including protection of sensitive personal data
• Experience with database design, data migration, and data quality assurance
• A strong advocate for mobile-first and responsive UI/UX design practices.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Exceptional time management skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with proficiency in English.
• Experience in leading, mentoring, and coaching team members, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Self-starter with a knack for quickly adapting to new technologies and delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Skilled in providing accurate project estimates, crucial for planning and resource allocation.
  
  

Must haves:

• A minimum of an undergraduate university degree in a related field with 5 years of experience; or completion of a recognized Information Technology Program with 5.5 years of experience.
  
  

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with frameworks such as Bootstrap, jQuery, Spring Boot, Django, and other frameworks.
• Knowledge in DevOps, process automation, CI/CD pipelines, and container-based architectures.
• Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning concepts.
  
  

We will assess the above qualifications and experience using tools such as assessments, presentations, interviews, reference checks, etc.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training and experience may also be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

• Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day
• May be required to work overtime on occasion
  
  

Additional Information

This is a TERM employment opportunity with anticipated end date of March 31, 2028. The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.

What We Offer

• Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths
• A dynamic, client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus.
  
  

Pay Grade: PR 17

Salary Range: $3,410.48 - $4,005.58 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement: Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, Persons of African Descent, Racialized Persons, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ Persons and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

Accommodation Statement: We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at competitions@novascotia.ca.

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:

Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.

External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

If you are receiving a pension from the Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan (PSSP) or any related plans, you cannot receive pension payments while contributing to the same plan. If you accept a position that requires PSSP contributions, your pension payments must be stopped. Please contact the Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation for more information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.