Software Developer at Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Chalk River; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Benefits from Day One

Tuition support

Pension plan

Job summary

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories is seeking a Full-time, on-site Software Engineer at Chalk River, Ontario. You will lead a small development team in the absence of the CTA-CSE Team-Leader, drive software development, and support client requirements while complying with security and licensing constraints.

You should bring 7–8 years of experience with MS SQL, web technologies, mobile scanner software, and multi‑platform development, plus strong communication and mentoring skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor (Honours) degree in Engineering or Science or membership in a recognized organization.
• 7–8 years of relevant experience in distributed applications, MS SQL, web tech, and multi-platform development.
• Strong knowledge of C#, C, C++, VB.NET and mobile scanner software integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day activities of a team of developers in the absence of the Team-Leader.
• Develop new software products and significant changes to existing ones.
• Support existing software per customer requirements and validate changes.
• Coordinate production deployments and software rollouts with testing guidance.

Skills

MS SQL

Web technologies

Mobile software

C#

C++

VB.NET

Bootstrap

Excel VBA

Multi-platform development

Education

Bachelor (Honours) degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Bootstrap

Excel VBA

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Can you see yourself developing and supporting software products to gather, preserve and present facility operations data in compliance with CNL’s Operator Surveillance and Equipment Reliability Management Control Procedures, and Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission license conditions? Do you enjoy working for multiple facilities on a variety of projects which have company-wide applicability?

What will you be doing!

Assuming the team lead duties in the absence of the CTA-CSE Team-Leader, including directing the day-to-day activities of three to six team members, as well as reporting any requested information to the Branch Manager. Developing new software products and significant changes to existing software products. Supporting existing software in response to customer requirements. Applying thorough change oversight, review, and validation services, tracking all changes, reviews and testing. Implementing and testing configuration changes, then applying them to production servers. Working closely with the team lead to deliver software rollouts, provide development guidance, and plan work and progression, including balancing the needs of current clients with the production of enhancements and the servicing of new clients. Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Education At minimum, a Bachelor (Honours) degree in Engineering or Science from a university of recognized standing; or membership in an engineering or scientific professional organization authorized by statute to establish qualification for membership in that organization.
• Experience A minimum of 7-8 years of relevant experience is required, including: Extensive experience in developing distributed applications utilizing MS SQL and web programming technologies (essential). Extensive experience in Mobile Computer/Scanner software application development. Extensive experience in Mobile Computer/Scanner system interface interactions. Extensive experience in Web-based Technologies (HTTP, HTML, CSS, VB.NET, BOOTSTRAP, JAVA). Extensive experience in C# (or C, C++) Development. Extensive experience in VB.NET Development. Experience working with Microsoft Excel (VBA), Word, etc. Experience with multi-platform development.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to design, document, and implement solid, well-designed software systems, end-to-end. Ability to plan computer system deployment and operational support activities (software/hardware upgrades, etc.). Ability to lead a cohesive team of developers (in the absence of the team lead). Well-versed in database access from applications and front-end web interfaces. Ability to mentor junior team members. Ability to switch between tasks and handle multiple requests on a per-day basis. Knowledge of CNL’s policies and procedures is an asset. Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interface with a variety of internal and external staff. Able to prioritize activities based on operational demands and resource availability. Ability to lead by example in performing the duties of all members. Ability to mentors junior staff members when requested. Web-based technology knowledge. Mobile computer/phone industry knowledge. Knowledge of multi-platform computing and toolsets. Knowledge of typical facility usage of electronic surveillance systems.

Security Clearance Eligibility Required

Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat’s "Standard on Security Screening" and the "Policy on Government Security".

Working Conditions:

Working schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week. This position is part of the CRPEG Union and is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the CRPEG Collective Agreement. As a member of this bargaining unit, you’ll benefit from clear expectations around hours of work, wages, vacation, and other conditions that support a fair and consistent working environment.

Why CNL?

Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world excite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders - pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most. From building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developing targeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership in environmental remediation - we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.

What We Offer:

A Total Rewards Package We believe in taking care of our people.

• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days
• Benefits effective Day One – no waiting period
• Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing
• A defined-benefit pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long-term financial security

Location: Hybrid Onsite Eligible CNL works with employees across our Canadian locations to enable remote work when possible. This role requires that the majority of time worked be at CNL’s Chalk River Laboratory site while also providing opportunities to work remotely, where possible, if desired by the employee. Please note: This is a hybrid position, with a combination of remote work and onsite presence at our Chalk River Laboratory, Ontario.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion At CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities. CNL operates on sites located on the traditional lands, waterways and ceded and unceded territories of Indigenous peoples. CNL recognizes and affirms all First Nations, Métis communities and Inuit in this land we now know as Canada. We acknowledge, respect and seek to better understand Indigenous history, rights and title on the lands where we work and develop projects.

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CNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via [e-mail]. All requests will be handled with confidentiality.