Senior Programmer / Analyst

Drive for Vankam; Surrey; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transportation logistics is seeking a Senior Programmer/Analyst to design, develop, and maintain software applications. The ideal candidate will collaborate with teams to gather requirements, enhance systems, and ensure high coding standards. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit plan

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Opportunities for learning and growth

Regular social events

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a business analyst.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience in evaluating and supporting large-scale IT programs.

Responsibilities

• Design and build new application programs.
• Provide support in troubleshooting existing applications.
• Create clear documentation and user manuals.

Skills

Business Analysis Skills

Communication Skills

Team Player

Education

Degree or diploma in Computer Science

Tools

AS / 400

RPG Programming

Transportation Management Systems

Job description

Are you ready to drive your career forward? If so, buckle up and let’s talk!

Van-Kam Freightways Ltd (Van Kam) is one of the largest regional carriers in Western Canada specializing in less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation. With 8 terminal locations across British Columbia, we fulfill shipments to communities within 1-3 days throughout BC and Alberta. Between our own resources and our partner network, our coverage extends beyond Western Canada into the U.S. and Eastern Canada.

We are currently seeking a Senior Programmer / Analyst to join our esteemed team based out of our Surrey Terminal. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in designing, developing, and maintaining software applications and systems. This entails close collaboration with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and devise innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, project management skills and a steadfast commitment to supporting our mission of delivering freight in a safe and timely manner.

What You'll Be Doing :

• Develop and Enhance Systems : Design and build new application programs while enhancing and modifying existing ones.
• Troubleshooting & Support : Provide support in troubleshooting and creating solutions for existing application programs.
• UI / UX Design : Design and program fully integrated user interfaces that are both functional and intuitive.
• Documentation : Create clear and comprehensive documentation and user manuals to facilitate seamless user interaction with the system.
• Server Maintenance : Oversee and monitor physical servers to ensure efficient and secure operation.
• Coding Standards : Maintain high personal standards in coding and development to ensure the production of high-quality software.

What We’re Looking For :

• Business Analysis Skills : Proven experience as a business analyst with the ability to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Educational Background : Degree or diploma in Computer Science from a reputable and accredited academic institution.
• Certifications : Additional certifications in development and database management are an asset.
• Experience : Proven experience in evaluating, planning, implementing, and supporting large-scale IT programs.
• Communication Skills : Strong ability to communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and other departments.
• Team Player : A collaborative mindset with a desire to grow in the role, take on more responsibilities, and advance into management.

Preferred Qualifications :

• AS / 400 & RPG Programming : Experience with AS / 400 using RPG programming language and Profound UI development, or a strong willingness to learn these technologies.
• Business Process Expertise : Knowledge of business requirements gathering, documentation, change management, and user training.
• Transportation Management Systems : Previous experience with transportation management systems (TMS) is preferred.

Why Work for Van Kam?

Make a Difference : Be part of a mission-driven company, giving back to the community and making the world a better place! We support over 25 non-profit organizations and local charities every year through either monetary donation or volunteer work. We also match employee donations up to $150 per employee per year to ensure we can support the organizations that matter to you.

Health is Wealth : Enjoy our 100% company paid, comprehensive benefit plan so you and your family members can stay fit as a fiddle and crush your goals.

Invest in your future : Our employees are not just valued, they’re invested! Enjoy a robust Defined Contribution Pension Plan where your tomorrow is built today. We match your contributions and you can watch your retirement savings grow!

Climb That Ladder : True to our values, we are committed to helping our employees reach their professional goals. We offer opportunities galore for learning, growth and levelling up your skills.

Party Time : We like to have fun, and we hope you do too! Enjoy regular social events and activities.

It’s all about balance : We treat our customers like friends and our employees like family. As a family-owned company, we understand the importance of work-life balance which is why we offer competitive time-off benefits and commit to providing a balanced schedule for our drivers – so they can spend less time on the road and more time with the ones they love.

Go Green : Our Green Initiative programs limit our carbon footprint which include things like governing road speeds to reduce fuel consumption, equipping new tractors with clean emissions technology and investing in technology to limit paper use, just to name a few!

Ready to turn transportation logistics into a fun puzzle challenge? Join us and be part of something extraordinary!

www.vankam.com

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