Software Developer - Programmer Analyst

Socket.dev; Dorval; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Canada’s Electrification, Smart Buildings division seeks a Software Developer (Programmer Analyst) based in Dorval, QC. The role designs, develops, tests, and maintains software across the SDLC, translating business requirements into scalable code and robust data models.

The position requires a Bachelor's in CS/SE, at least 2 years of experience, and bilingual FR-EN communication. It operates in a hybrid setting, with 3–4 days in the office and close collaboration with IT teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of software development and database management experience.
• Bilingual French-English, English required for client communication outside Quebec.

Responsibilities

• Requirements analysis to identify software and database needs.
• Design and model technical solutions and data structures.
• Develop and maintain software applications with clean, scalable code.
• Perform testing, troubleshoot defects, and enhance existing apps.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and user guides.
• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams in Agile environments.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

Talend

SSIS

Power BI

Git

Jira

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:
IS Operations Manager

As a Software Developer (Programmer Analyst), you design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions by combining analytical and programming expertise. In this role, you analyze business and user requirements, translate them into computer code, and ensure applications are reliable, efficient, and scalable. You are responsible for project analysis, data modeling, coding, documentation, and end-user support.

This role contributes to ABB Canada's Electrification, Smart Buildings division and is based in Dorval, Quebec.

This is a hybrid position requiring 3 to 4 days per week in the office.

Responsibilities

• Requirements Analysis: Gather and analyze business and user requirements to identify software and database needs.
• Solution Design: Design technical solutions, model business processes and data structures, and prepare technical specifications.
• Software Development: Develop and maintain software applications by writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Testing & Maintenance: Perform testing (including beta testing), troubleshoot issues, resolve defects, and enhance existing applications.
• Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation and user guides.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional IT teams and collaborate within Agile development environments.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Professional certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Microsoft SQL Server certifications are considered an asset.

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in software development and database management. Experience participating in system migration, modernization, or optimization projects.

Bilingual French - English. English is necessary to communicate with clients outside Quebec.

Technical Skills

• Database Management Systems (DBMS): Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server, PostgreSQL
• Programming Languages: SQL, PL/SQL, T-SQL, Python (automation scripting)
• Tools: Talend, SSIS, Power BI, Git, Jira
• Database design and modeling (Merise, UML)
• Development of complex SQL scripts
• SQL query performance optimization
• Data integration (ETL)
• Database security and access management
• Maintenance and continuous improvement of existing databases

Soft Skills

• Strong collaboration with business and technical stakeholders
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:

• Women
• Indigenous Peoples
• Members of visible minorities
• Persons with disabilities

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.