Business Solutions Developer

Canada Life; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Health & Wellness

Time Off

Financial Security

Rewards and Recognition

Emphasis on Community

Job summary

Canada Life is seeking a Business Solutions Developer to design, implement, and maintain automated workflows using Power Automate and Power Apps. You will collaborate with stakeholders, translate requirements into scalable, secure solutions, and provide ongoing production support.

The role emphasizes governance, continuous learning, and teamwork across locations. A strong background in Power Platform and MS365, plus bilingual capability in Quebec, are valuable assets.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience developing Power Platform solutions.
• Post-secondary education or equivalent.
• Strong MS365 knowledge (SharePoint, Teams, Outlook).
• Experience with Dataverse, connectors, and data integration.
• DB2 experience and SQL/ETL/API data access.
• Ability to work independently and with others in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Attention to detail to maximize quality and minimize rework.
• Experience with Agile and DevOps is an asset.
• Microsoft Power Platform certifications encouraged.
• Experience with other automation tools (Logic Apps, UI flows).
• Exposure to Azure and cloud environments.
• Bilingualism is an asset; for Quebec, English/French; required for client service in French/English.
• Security clearance process and willingness to obtain.
• Interest in learning and applying new Power Platform technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated workflows with Power Automate.
• Build and support custom business apps using Power Apps.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate to scalable solutions.
• Provide ongoing production support and implement fixes or workarounds.
• Document processes, configurations, and best practices.
• Help establish governance for the Automation Solutions team.
• Foster collaboration within the team and among peers.
• Stay current with Power Platform updates and drive continuous improvement.
• Participate in engagements to implement enhancements to existing solutions.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Collaborative

Attention to detail

Lifelong learning

Adaptability

Accountability

Education

Post-secondary CS/IS or related

Tools

Power Automate

Power Apps

Dataverse

Connectors

DB2

SQL

ETL

API

SharePoint

Teams

Outlook

Azure

JavaScript

PowerShell

VBA

Governance & security

Logic Apps/UI flows

Job description

Permanent Full Time

Join the Automated Solutions team and help build, enhance, and support solutions that deliver functional value to our business partners. As a Business Solutions Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining solutions using Microsoft Power Platform tools, including Power Automate and Power Apps.

We are seeking a quick learner who is resourceful and passionate about automation and low-code development. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering automation solutions to address business process challenges. They will be creative, thrive in a collaborative environment, and demonstrate a commitment to life-long learning to stay ahead of emerging technologies.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain automated workflows using Power Automate
• Build and support custom business applications using Power Apps
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into scalable, secure solutions
• Provide ongoing support for production processes, identifying fixes or workarounds for defects
• Document processes, configurations, and best practices
• Help establish governance for the Automation Solutions team
• Build relationships with colleagues to facilitate cooperation among peers and within the team
• Stay current with Power Platform updates and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in collaborative engagements to recommend and implement enhancements to existing solutions

What you will bring

• 2+ years of experience developing solutions with Power Platform tools (Power Automate, Power Apps)
• Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem (SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.)
• Experience with Dataverse, connectors, and data integration
• Experience with database systems (e.g. DB2) and data access methods (e.g. SQL, ETL, API)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness of work to maximize quality and avoid re-work
• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices is an asset
• Microsoft Power Platform certifications
• Experience with other automation tools (e.g., Logic Apps, UI flows)
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., JavaScript, PowerShell, VBA)
• Experience with governance and security best practices in Power Platform
• Exposure to cloud environments such as Azure
• A strong desire to learn and apply new technologies within the Power Platform ecosystem
• The ability to contribute to the success of the Automated Solutions team through influence, collaboration, and accountability
• A passion for improving business processes through automation and innovation
• As this position is posted in several locations, we specify that bilingualism is an asset (fluent in French and English) but is required for Quebec only as the position will regularly serve our clients with French and English speaking needs
• Reliability Status Security Clearance – this can only be completed with candidates who receive an offer of employment. This is a personal security status that is required as a condition of employment before an employee can gain access to Protected B information, assets or work sites as outlined by the Government of Canada website. The cost of submitting these checks will be covered by Canada Life.

Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: London, Montreal, Regina, Toronto, Winnipeg

The base salary for this position is between $62,800 - $104,700 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.

Grow with Canada Life

We’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical and mental well‑being of Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.

We’re looking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers, communities and each other. Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you!

What we offer

We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full‑time or part‑time permanent team member:

• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry‑leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.

• Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well‑being.

• Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.

• Financial Security: Company‑matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options.

• Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
• Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.

Learn more about Canada Life.

We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact [e-mail]. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.

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