Software Developer (Hybrid)/développeur de logiciels (hybride)

Privacy Analytics Inc (CA10); Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A health data analytics company in Ottawa is looking for a Software Developer to join their Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in software engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Java and Angular. The role involves working closely with the Agile development team, and tackling challenges related to data processing at scale. Competitive salary and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in the software engineering industry.
• Experience in Enterprise/Server technologies and cloud.
• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and development of software solutions.
• Work across all layers of the application stack.
• Troubleshoot code issues and evolve platforms.

Skills

Software engineering experience

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented approach

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Java Springboot

Angular 15+

Apache Spark

Python

Job description

Overview

Headquartered downtown in the heart of the National Capital region, Privacy Analytics is a one-of-a-kind health data analytics company. Privacy Analytics is a world leader setting the bar of data de-identification, and we have translated this patented research into an offering of products and services that enables researchers around the world to access and analyze healthcare data while ensuring that individuals’ identities are protected.

Even though our customers include 7 of the top 10 Fortune 500 healthcare organizations, we’ve remained loyal to the entrepreneurial and innovative spirit that drove the founding of the company and continues to permeate our office and culture. With our parent company IQVIA, the world leader in human data science, we’re gaining the extra clout to further our leadership position in the data privacy space.

Our Java- and Scala-based flagship product sits on the cutting edge of technology and is a scalable, distributed enterprise engine built on Apache Spark that processes terabytes of data to conduct both mathematical calculations and data transformations. The work spans the entire spectrum of enterprise feature development, data analytics at scale, UI design and development, statistical modelling, and algorithm design down to low-level algorithmic optimizations. We tackle technical problems that will engage and challenge the brightest minds, and we have very big ambitions ahead of us for which we’re expanding our team.

The role

The role:

Our Engineering team is growing fast, and with this growth comes opportunity for a software developer. In this role you will:

• Assists with the design/development of software solutions requiring general domain knowledge and business expertise.
• Works at all layers of the application stack including front-end user interface and backend development.
• Work in a rapidly changing product environment where creativity is a must.
• Troubleshoots code issues and continuously evolves IQVIA's platforms to meet user requirements/needs.
• Reviews functional specifications and other validation deliverables as assigned.
• Develops a basic understanding of industry and IQVIA-specific quality standards.
• Supports development projects based on specific instructions and with limited discretion.
• Follow an Agile development approach.

Our ideal candidate has

• 2+ years in the software engineering industry.
• Experience in Enterprise/Server technologies and cloud.
• A strong interest in the application of Machine Learning.
• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases.
• Backend: Java Springboot extensive experience and Python knowledge.
• Frontend: Angular 15+.
• Strong problem-solving skill and can-do attitude, laser-focused on client success.
• Familiarity with Agile and good coding practices.
• A practical, team-oriented approach.
• Strong communication skills, capable of modulating messages to various audiences and stakeholders.
• A degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, or a closely related educational background.

Assets considered strong

• Exposure to data processing technology at scale: Apache Spark, Databricks API, Hadoop MapReduce, Kafka, etc.
• Exposure to cloud technologies: Docker, Kubernetes, Mesos, AWS/Azure, etc.
• Exposure to scalable storage/databases: Hadoop ecosystem (HBase, Hive, HDFS), Amazon S3/Redshift, Cassandra, etc.
• Experience in functional programming (ideally Scala).
• Testing framework like Cypress and experience creating unit tests.

IQVIA est une entreprise unique spécialisée en analytique des données de santé. Chef de file mondial en matière de désidentification des données, nous avons transformé nos recherches brevetées en une gamme exceptionnelle de produits et services qui permettent aux chercheurs du monde entier d’accéder à des données de santé et de les analyser, tout en protégeant l’identité des individus.

Notre produit phare, basé sur Java et Scala, est à la fine pointe de la technologie. Il s’agit d’un moteur d’entreprise évolutif et distribué, construit sur Apache Spark, qui traite des téraoctets de données pour effectuer des calculs mathématiques et des transformations de données. Notre travail couvre tout le spectre : développement de fonctionnalités d’entreprise, analytique à grande échelle, conception et développement d’interfaces utilisateur, modélisation statistique et conception d’algorithmes, jusqu’à l’optimisation algorithmique de bas niveau. Nous relevons des défis techniques qui stimulent les esprits les plus brillants, et nous avons de grandes ambitions pour lesquelles nous agrandissons notre équipe.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available in all aspects of the recruitment process upon request. If you have a disability that requires an accommodation, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail], so that IQVIA can support your participation in the recruitment process.

Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) in the processing of your application. However, we only use AI to assist our recruitment team with the screening or assessment of candidacies, and not as a substitute for human decision-making.