engineer, software

FARROW; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ontario is seeking a skilled professional to enhance their computer-based systems. The role involves collecting user requirements, coordinating system development, and ensuring quality control. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong technical skills, including knowledge in HTML and Visual Basic. This position offers a hybrid work environment with comprehensive benefits, including disability coverage and paid training.

Benefits

Disability coverage

Paramedical services

Life insurance

Pension plan

RRSP

TFSA

Paid training

Free parking

On-site amenities

Paid time off for volunteering

Qualifications

• Previous relevant experience and certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document user requirements.
• Coordinate development and operation of computer-based systems.
• Conduct tests and perform security and quality controls.

Skills

HTML

Visual Basic

VB Script

database software

programming languages

Education

Highest level of education completed

Job description

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Responsibilities

1. Collect and document user requirements.
2. Coordinate the development, installation, integration, and operation of computer-based systems.
3. Define system functionality and develop flowcharts, layouts, and documentation to identify solutions.
4. Develop process and network models to optimize architecture.
5. Design software solutions by studying system flow, data usage, and work processes.
6. Plan and execute the integration of computer-based systems.
7. Prepare maintenance plans for software.
8. Research technical information to design, develop, and test systems.
9. Upgrade and maintain software.
10. Conduct tests and perform security and quality controls, documenting results.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of HTML, Visual Basic, VB Script, database software, and programming languages.

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check clearance.

Work Conditions and Personal Attributes

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
• Personal qualities including accuracy, client focus, interpersonal skills, initiative, judgment, organization, teamwork, dedication, analytical thinking, proactivity, and quick learning ability.

Additional Requirements

• Availability for shift or on-call work.
• Legal ability to work in Canada.
• Residency proximity to the job location.
• Previous relevant experience and certifications.
• Highest level of education completed.

Workplace and Benefits

• Hybrid work environment.
• Benefits including disability coverage, paramedical services, life insurance, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA, and paid training.
• Additional perks such as free parking, on-site amenities, recreation activities, and paid time off for volunteering or personal days.