Senior Application Developer (18-month Contract)

BC Financial Services Authority; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Defined benefits pension plan

Hybrid work model

Job summary

BCFSA is seeking a Senior Application Developer to design, develop, and support enterprise applications and API solutions enabling secure information exchange across BCFSA systems.

The role emphasizes modern cloud-native development, API-first design, and collaboration with business stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and maintainable software aligned with our standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Advanced knowledge of C#, .NET Core, RESTful APIs, and modern .NET frameworks.
• Experience building enterprise APIs, integrations, and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade API services using C# and .NET Core.
• Drive API-first design for scalable enterprise integrations.
• Collaborate with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to implement solutions.

Skills

API design

Team leadership

Problem solving

Cloud-native

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE

Tools

C#

NET Core

Azure

Blazor

Git

Azure DevOps

Job description

BC Financial Services Authority (BCFSA) helps to protect British Columbians during the biggest financial decisions in their lives. We regulate B.C. ’s financial services sector, including credit unions, real estate licensees, registered pension plans, insurance and trust companies and mortgage brokers. Through modern, effective and efficient oversight, BCFSA protects consumers by impartially setting and enforcing standards across the entire sector ensuring the prosperity of the province.

BCFSA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all groups. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at BCFSA.

We recognize unique styles, perspectives, beliefs, and creativity that support a diverse, respectful, inclusive and collaborative work environment. To achieve this, we are committed to:

Hiring team members who represent the population we serve;

Removing barriers that may prevent equitable employment; and

Supporting respectful work environments where everyone feels included and able to produce excellent results.

BCFSA is proud to be selected as one of BC's Top Employers (2025) in recognition of our competitive compensation, work-life balance, and progressive programs.

WHAT WE OFFER:

When you join us, you become part of a high-performing team. Here, each Team Member can bring their unique talent to make outstanding contributions as we work towards the common goal of protecting British Columbians during the most important financial transactions in their lives. We offer:

Healthy living and work-life balance

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits plan

Opportunities for personal and professional development

A challenging and engaging team environment

Defined benefits pension plan

Our team members enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model. They can choose every day where they want to work to be the most effective, from the comfort of their home to our beautiful office in downtown Vancouver. (Eligibility may vary, depending on position).

SUMMARY

The Senior Application Developer is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and support of enterprise applications, integration and API solutions that enable secure, scalable, and efficient information exchange across BCFSA systems. This role provides senior technical expertise in modern application development, cloud-native technologies, and integration architecture, supporting strategic digital initiatives and business transformation projects. The position collaborates closely with business stakeholders, architects, and technology teams to deliver maintainable, secure, and high-performing software solutions that align with organizational objectives and technology standards.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade API services using C# and .NET Core.
• Drive API-first design and development practices to support scalable and reusable enterprise integrations.
• Collaborate with solution architects, business analysts, developers, vendors, and business stakeholders to analyze requirements, evaluate options, and implement technical solutions that meet organizational needs.
• Develop RESTful APIs and microservices following modern integration, security, and performance standards.
• Apply Domain-Driven Design (DDD), Clean Architecture, and SOLID principles to deliver maintainable solutions.
• Support application modernization initiatives, including migration from .NET Framework to modern .NET Core platforms and architectures.
• Build and optimize cloud-native solutions using Microsoft Azure services.
• Design and implement solutions aligned with Zero Trust security principles.
• Develop modern web application components, using Blazor where appropriate.
• Implement automated testing, code quality controls, and CI/CD deployment pipelines.
• Participate in architecture reviews, code reviews, and technical design discussions to ensure consistency with enterprise standards and best practices.
• Investigate, troubleshoot and resolve complex application and integration issues.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and development standards.
• Support integrations with enterprise platforms, including CRM, data, and line-of-business systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members and contribute to the continuous improvement of development practices, standards, and methodologies.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in software development, solution design, and application integration.
• Advanced knowledge and practical experience developing applications using C#, .NET Core, modern .NET frameworks, and RESTful APIs.
• Extensive experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise-grade APIs, integration services, and microservices in complex technology environments.
• Demonstrated experience developing cloud-native applications and services using Microsoft Azure, including technologies such as App Services, Functions, API Management, Service Bus, Storage, Key Vault, Application Insights, Entra ID, and Azure DevOps.
• Experience designing and implementing API-first architectures, enterprise integration solutions, and secure application development practices.
• Strong understanding and practical application of Domain-Driven Design (DDD), SOLID principles, Clean Architecture, design patterns, and service-oriented or event-driven architectures.
• Experience modernizing and migrating applications from .NET Framework to current .NET platforms.
• Experience implementing automated testing, source control, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices using tools such as Git and Azure DevOps.
• Experience integrating enterprise applications, including CRM, data management, and other business systems.
• Experience working within large, complex organizations with multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and enterprise governance requirements.
• Experience with Blazor and modern web application development technologies.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform integrations is considered an asset.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

PROVISOS

Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and living in British Columbia or intent to settle in the province.

Internal candidates are kindly requested to use their BCFSA email address when applying for this position. This will help us identify and streamline the internal application process.

Hiring Process Accommodation

BCFSA wants to ensure every job applicant is treated fairly and with respect and encourages applications from all candidates, including those with diverse abilities. We welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special support in the application process, including disability accommodation, in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Email us at [e-mail] to notify us of any needs related to your job application.