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The Department of Cyber Security & Digital Solutions is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to enhance government digital services. This role involves backend development using .NET Core or Node.js and requires collaborative efforts with various teams to drive forward technology initiatives that enhance user experience. A competitive salary and a variety of benefits highlight this opportunity.
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Competition # : 46517
Department:Cyber Security & Digital Solutions
Location:HALIFAX
Type of Employment:Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date:28-Jul-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
AtCSDS , we prioritize people—both within our team and in the communities we serve. Our mission is to redefine how Nova Scotians engage with government by creating accessible, reliable digital solutions centered around user needs.
In today’s tech-driven world, CSDS empowers government departments with essential digital solutions to meet Nova Scotians’ expectations. As a trusted partner across government, we enable departments to fulfill their mandates with secure, user-friendly services. From healthcare and education to public safety, we collaborate to transform how services are designed and delivered.
We don’t just implement technology; we modernize outdated systems and reimagine processes. Our agile, data-driven approach ensures that digital services are both efficient and adaptable to Nova Scotia’s evolving needs.
Joining CSDS means contributing to work that makes a real difference. From providing vital tech support to healthcare professionals to strengthening cybersecurity and developing scalable digital platforms, you’ll play a key role in building a more inclusive, responsive government for Nova Scotians.
Together, we’re setting new standards for digital public service, delivering resilient solutions that meet today’s needs—and anticipate tomorrow’s challenges.
We’re seeking aSenior Software Engineer with strong backend development experience (e.g., .NET Core or Node.js) and familiarity with cloud infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform). While this is primarily a software engineering role, experience with deploying, configuring, and managing infrastructure in a cloud environment (e.g., Azure) is highly valued.
You will join our Emerging Platforms Team, a collaborative and empowered group responsible for researching, designing, building, and supporting digital platforms across government departments. You’ll work alongside product managers, delivery leads, operations teams, and business partners to continuously improve digital services that are secure, scalable, and user-centered.
As the successful candidate, you will have a related Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science plus five (5) years of related experience; or graduation from a recognized Information Technology Program plus five (5) years and six (6) months of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as aDefined Benefit Pension Plan , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees .
Join the Department of Cyber Security & Digital Solutions and experience the benefits of a fulfilling career, supported by comprehensive perks, career development opportunities, and a diverse range of paths to explore within our department and across the government.
Pay Grade: PR 17
Salary Range: $3,107.16- $3,649.33Bi-Weekly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Womenin occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
Accommodation Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act.If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at competitions@novascotia.ca.
This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:
Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.
External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates.PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concernsmay be directed toCompetitions@novascotia.ca.