Senior Software Developer

Permanent Full Time 

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Our Technology, Canada Life & Great West-Life team is a strategic partner to the Business.  Our vision is to live by our employee promise (to inspire, empower, and be valued) and have laser focus on elevating the customer experience and realizing business value.  We are embracing modernization, looking to innovate and grow our agile ways of working.   

What you will do

• Design, develop and test software to specifications.
• Support a dynamic production environment. (includes 24x7 on call support 1 week per month).
• Provide Leadership on a cross functional team
• Consultation with the Systems Architect and Business Systems Analyst and provide understanding of system capabilities to a wide audience of business partners.
• Participate in project planning.
• Participate in code review sessions and provide feedback relative to best practices.
• Coach and mentor junior staff.
• Knowledge of software design, design methodologies, and design documentation tools.
• Knowledge of IT industry current trends.

What you will bring"

• A degree in computer science or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with a minimum of 5+ years of experience in a software developer role.
• Knowledge of the following application development environment languages and tools:C# .net, MSSQL, PowerShell, Soap and REST APIs, OnBase, OpenText or FileNet imaging systems. Exposure to file transfer tools would be an asset. IT experience and the ability to understand and effectively work with legacy technologies and contribute as legacy applications evolve and are migrated to new platforms.
• OnBase development is an asset
• IT experience analysis, design, development, testing, documentation, implementation and 24/7 production support would be an asset.
• Knowledge of Insurance is an asset.
• Initiative with the ability to easily adapt to change.
• Excellent understanding of software design, methodologies and documentation standards.
• Proven leadership skills with a commitment to customer service.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both individually and as part of a team, plan and organize your own work, communicate effectively in writing and verbally in person or remotely, initiative, team-oriented leadership skills and attention to detail 

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The base salary for this position is between  $61,000 - $114,000 annually.  This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc).  If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves?the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.?

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee?has the opportunity to?reach their potential.?

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

Canada Life?would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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