Senior Application Developer (Mobile)

CIRA; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CIRA seeks a Senior Application Developer (Mobile) to join their Cyber-DNS team, contributing to innovative cybersecurity solutions. This role involves mobile application development for iOS and Android, requiring strong technical skills and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates have a degree in Computer Science and extensive experience in mobile development, coupled with a passion for enhancing Canada's cybersecurity infrastructure.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Regular team events

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience in mobile application development.
• Strong understanding of mobile architecture & UI/UX principles.
• Experience with both iOS and Android development frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain mobile applications for iOS and Android platforms.
• Participate in major mobile application development initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior staff.

Skills

Mobile application development

Cybersecurity

Problem-solving

Collaboration

UI/UX principles

Education

University degree in Computer Science

Tools

React Native

Flutter

Swift

RESTful APIs

CI/CD pipelines

Cloud technologies (AWS)

Job description

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Join the Cyber-DNS team at CIRA and play a key role in advancing Canada’s cybersecurity and DNS infrastructure! Our Cyber-DNS team is dedicated to protecting Canadians online by delivering cutting-edge solutions.

You’ll tackle projects that make a real difference—including empowering users with CIRA Cybersecurity Awareness Training, securing household and enterprise networks through CIRA Canadian Shield and DNS Firewall, or defending against DDoS attacks with Anycast DNS. This is your chance to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of digital security and DNS technology, making a meaningful difference in how Canadians and global citizens alike experience and trust the internet!

Who You Are

You are a highly skilled and experienced Senior Application Developer (Mobile) excited about working in the cybersecurity field, with experience in both iOS and Android platforms. You are excited about leading the design, development, and maintenance of high-quality mobile applications for CIRA’s DNS and Cybersecurity product lines. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and user-centric mobile solutions that align with our purpose. You are passionate about quality and innovation and are a self-starter with a keen eye for improvement that can assess and recommend new technologies to position us for long-term success in this dynamic environment.

What You'll Do

• Participate in major mobile application development initiatives from inception to deployment, with a focus on Cybersecurity solutions, for both iOS and Android.
• Contribute to the design and development of new applications and maintenance of existing mobile applications.
• Gather and solidify requirements from internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the features and systems remain relevant.
• Develop unit tests for all new development work and perform code reviews for other developer's work.
• Coordinate development, testing, and deployment of software, working with mobile app distribution platforms (App Store, Google).
• Contribute to and provide expert guidance on the definition of standards and enforcement of best practices, specifically for mobile application development.
• Create design documents to outline the intended plans for features and systems.
• Provide technology vision, structure, and leadership in support of the DNS & Cybersecurity business unit needs and in support of the company’s overall objectives.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to more junior staff.
• Participate in a rotating 24/7 on call schedule.
  
  

What You Bring

• University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of professional experience in mobile application development.
• Experience working with Android and iOS development frameworks and languages, such as React Native, Flutter, Swift, etc.
• Strong understanding of mobile architecture & UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, third-party libraries, and cloud message APIs.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and mobile testing frameworks.
• Solid understanding of the full mobile development life cycle.
• Knowledge working with relational databases and SQL.
• Working knowledge of DNS and DNS software, as well as TCP/IP networking concepts (including IPv6).
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to communication and collaborate effectively in fast-paced team environment.
• Public cloud (e.g. AWS) experience is an asset.
  
  

Who We Are

At CIRA, we’re driven by a passion to make a positive impact on Canada’s digital future. We’re not just asking, ‘What more can we do?’—we’re actively exploring new frontiers to enhance and secure the internet for all Canadians. Our recognition as one of the National Capital Region’s Top Employers for eight years is a testament to our vibrant culture. We believe in fostering an environment where collaboration and candour are second nature and where diverse perspectives are integral to our success, because we know that great ideas come from everywhere. If you’re passionate about innovation and ready to make a difference in a dynamic field, join us and help shape the future of the internet!

CIRA embraces a blend of remote and IRL in-office work to keep our team connected and engaged. Our Ottawa headquarters is a hub for regular events and social activities that bring our team together, encouraging a strong sense of community within our organization. No matter where you work from, you'll always feel part of our vibrant team and our shared mission.

For any accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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