Software Developer

Company Description

Internal Job Title: Software Developer
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Location: 18 Auriga Drive, Ottawa, ON
Work Model: Hybrid/Onsite/Remote

Position Summary

As a Software Developer in our Identification Systems Group, you will play a crucial role in the design, development and maintenance of the software applications that underpin our suite of identity solutions for our customer in the Caribbean. As part of a cross-functional team of Developers, Testers, and DBAs, you will work on systems that are part of our customer’s critical infrastructure and which ensure the safety and prosperity of their citizens.

What We Can Offer You

• Compensation: We seek long term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes:  
  • An industry leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees, 
  • Best-in-class health, medical and life insurance benefits;  
  • Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and
  • Very progressive fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.  
• Career: As a knowledge-based organization we will provide you with a wealth of learning opportunities and challenging work that will grow your knowledge, skills and abilities. At CBN, we encourage and empower our employees to chart their own career path, putting you in control of your future.   
• Culture: Personal character is the foundation of our culture. CBN’s 7 Core Principles shape and guide our behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. Equity, diversity and inclusivity are important to us as an organization, and we are committed to fostering and developing a work environment where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. 

Job Description

Software Development

• Develop and maintain software applications, incorporating new features based on user feedback/needs and ensuring they integrate seamlessly with the existing application or legacy system
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code that follows CBN code standards and guidelines and develop automated unit tests to validate the code and ensure it is performing as expected
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues in a timely manner

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Designers and other development team members to understand and define system requirements
• Participate in regular code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge with team members
• Create and maintain technical documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing

Continuous Learning and Improvement

• Stay current with the latest industry trends, technologies and best practices to continuously improve your skills
• Evaluate and recommend new tools or technologies that can enhance development processes or team productivity

Qualifications

Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering (or similar program) or an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience
• Knowledge of the following:
  • Object-oriented programming principles
  • Three tier client-server architecture
• 4+ years of software development experience
• Experience with WPF in C# with MVVM using Caliburn.Micro is an asset

Technology

• O/S: Windows 7/10/11
• Languages: C#, Java, Java Bean
• Frameworks: .NET, Spring, Caliburn.Micro (asset)
• Database: PostgreSQL, Oracle
• Tools: Jira, Git

Soft Skills and Characteristics

• Critical thinking skills
  • Analytical skills, problem solving skills
• Creative thinking skills
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills
  • Communication, teamwork and collaboration
• Self-directed
• Adaptable

Mandatory Requirements

• Fluency in English

Additional Information

CBN designs and develops industry leading solutions for the following domains: Border Security, Civil Identity, Driver Identification and Vehicle Information, Currency and Excise Control, and Lottery and Charitable Gaming. To learn more, visit www.cbnco.com.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited is committed to achieving a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population. We encourage applications from women, visible minorities, people with disabilities and Aboriginal people. Canadian Bank Note Company Limited is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments.  

If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodation measures you may require.