Business Development Bank of Canada

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING SPECIALIST - FULLSTACK

Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in information technology or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years as a full-stack developer.
  • Proven experience with Full Stack .NET Core solutions in C#.
  • Front-end development experience with Angular 20+, TypeScript, and RxJS 6+.
  • Proficient in designing and utilizing REST APIs with Azure DevOps.
  • Experience using Agile methodologies, specifically Scrum or Kanban.
  • Strong knowledge of SOLID principles and design patterns.
  • Background in implementing modern authentication mechanisms like OpenID Connect and OAuth.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines using YAML or pipeline as code.
  • Familiar with Azure resources and cloud design patterns.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in all phases of the secure software development life cycle (SSDLC).
  • Design and implement technical solutions compliant with client requirements.
  • Produce and maintain architecture and design documents throughout development.
  • Maintain existing applications and ensure their stability.
  • Engage actively in Agile ceremonies and team meetings.
  • Adopt new technologies and methods to achieve organizational goals and best practices.
  • Monitor quality and stability of IT systems through standard practices.
  • Conduct regular maintenance on unit tests and development documentation.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
  • Flexible work environment to adapt to changing technologies.
  • Collaborative team culture fostering innovation and adaptability.
  • Participation in Agile practices promoting team engagement.
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Chapter Lead, Application Services, the Software Engineering Specialist is an integrated role as part of the application solutions development team. The Specialist participates in the full development cycle, starting with planning and estimates, followed by implementation and deployment of services, and finally the orchestration and complex integrations required in a continuous integration and deployment context. The person must be able to work smoothly in a constantly evolving and collaborative environment.

The person joining the team as a Software Engineering Specialist will be part of a group responsible for supporting and improving a large number of applications. These applications cover various key BDC processes across its different business areas, including security, loan processes, CRM, and more.

The work is carried out in a complex environment, as our applications interact with the core processes of the Bank. Strong knowledge of .NET development and SwiftUI is essential to fully understand the ecosystem of this team. In addition, knowledge of the banking sector would be an important asset for understanding the processes and business rules embedded in our applications.

A solid command of Agile working methods is essential to integrate well into our ecosystem. The Software Engineering Specialist must also collaborate with the other developers in the domain, as well as with the analysts and developers within their team.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET

  • Participate in all phases of the secure software development life cycle (SSDLC).
  • Design and implement technical solutions that comply with client requirements and software development standards.
  • Produce and maintain architecture and design documents throughout development and after software release.
  • Maintain existing applications.
  • Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and team meetings.
  • Adapt to evolving technology and the application of new methods to achieve organizational objectives and follow best practices for the financial sector and IT industry.
  • Monitor the quality and stability of delivered IT systems by following standard product life cycle development practices.
  • Perform regular maintenance on unit tests and ensure that development process documentation is up to date.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in information technology or equivalent experience.
  • At least ten years of experience as a fullstack developer.
  • Experience developing and maintaining secure Full Stack .NET Core solutions with C#.
  • Experience developing front-end solutions with Angular 20 or higher, TypeScript, and RxJS 6 or higher.
  • Experience designing, documenting, developing, securing, and consuming REST APIs. Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps.
  • Hands-on experience working in Agile mode, such as Scrum or Kanban.
  • Good knowledge of SOLID design principles and design patterns.
  • Experience with modern authentication and authorization mechanisms, including OpenID Connect and OAuth.
  • Experience developing robust automated tests, including unit tests and service tests.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines using YAML, or pipeline as code.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Hands-on experience within Agile delivery teams.
  • Experience developing secure solutions.
  • Proficiency in development using various Azure cloud environment resources, as well as cloud design patterns.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Visual Studio, Git, Azure DevOps, NuGet, and related tools.
  • Experience working with relational databases such as SQL Server and MySQL.
  • Good understanding of event-driven architecture and knowledge of event streaming and messaging systems such as Kafka and ActiveMQ.
  • Understanding of containerization and cloud services, including Docker, Kubernetes, and Tanzu.
  • Understanding of software engineering approaches such as TDD, Pair Programming, CI/CD, and DevOps.


Other desired skills
  • Team player.
  • Ability to work in a matrix environment.
  • Strong problem-solving, teamwork, adaptability, autonomy, and learning skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


Language
  • Oral and written bilingualism is required.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Hands-on experience building microservices or distributed systems.
  • Experience building scalable and highly available applications.
  • Experience in the banking sector.


About Business Development Bank of Canada

The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is a federal Crown corporation that provides financing, advisory services, and capital to Canadian businesses. The bank was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. BDC offers a range of financial services, including loans, venture capital, and consulting services. The bank focuses on small and medium-sized businesses, and has a particular emphasis on supporting entrepreneurs and startups. BDC has offices across Canada and works with businesses in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, technology, and services.
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