Sr. Programmer / Analyst

Medavie Blue Cross; Canada; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Programmer/Analyst to join their innovative team focused on digital health solutions. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge projects that enhance healthcare access for Canadians. You will leverage your expertise in Java, Spring, and micro-service architecture to develop scalable solutions. The company promotes a flexible work environment, emphasizing work-life balance and career growth opportunities. With a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and a pension plan, this is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision and dental plan

Employer-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Annual Incentive Bonus

Gifted week of vacation in the first year

Optional Vacation Purchase Program

Wellness benefits and health resources

Fitness center discounts

Flexible work arrangements

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of product development experience in web development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test software application components.
• Lead and mentor less experienced developers.

Skills

Java

Spring

Hibernate

SQL

Micro-service architecture

REST API

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Bash

Python

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Oracle

Job description

What makes us a different kind of employer?

As a national health solutions partner, Medavie is committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians — and in our digital-first culture, technology is key to providing the products, services and solutions that increase access to care and improve health outcomes.

Our technology team is the backbone of our organization with over 500 employees and growing. We are constantly creating, testing, and learning to enable personalized, digital experiences in all we do.

When you join us, you’ll be part of an in-house, innovation led team focused on cutting edge digital health solutions that help provide the best care possible, when and where it’s needed.

Job Title : Sr. Programmer / Analyst Department : Application Development Competition : 86838 Internal / External : Both Employment Type : Full Time Permanent Location : Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, Newfoundland, Quebec and Ontario - Remote Salary : Competitive Compensation + Benefits Reports To : Team Leader

What you need to succeed :

• Minimum of 3+ years of product development experience, including working on a web development team, interpreting specifications, and developing / testing / documenting software application components
• Our ideal candidate will have a degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Experience of Java, Spring, Hibernate, SQL
• Experience of Micro-service architecture and design patterns
• Experience of REST API
• Experience of code versioning tools, such as Git
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes
• Experience with Relational Databases, such as Oracle
• Experience with Spring Boot
• Experience with server-side Web Frameworks, such as JSF or
• Experience with Scripting languages, such as Bash or Python.
• Lead, mentor, and guide less experienced developers in best practices

What we offer :

• Permanent full-time position with opportunity to grow in a well-established organization
• Flexible work arrangements and emphasis on work-life balance
• Remote and hybrid work options
• Comprehensive health, vision and dental plan that is 100% employer paid effective on your first day
• 100% employer-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Annual Incentive Bonus which recognizes your contribution to our success.
• In addition to paid vacation, we offer a gifted week of vacation in your first year and an optional Vacation Purchase Program.
• An organization where we encourage personal learning and growth with opportunities for career development and advancement
• Providing wellness benefits, health resources and fitness center discounts

Security Clearance Requirement : In conjunction with our contract with the Federal Government, you will be required to have Reliability Status Clearance (Enhanced Level B)prior to your start date. This includes; Fingerprinting, Criminal Record Check, Credit Check and you must have resided in Canada for at least 5 years and hold Permanent Resident or Citizenship Status.

What we’re looking for :

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to write for a technical audience
• Robust analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently produce results within timelines
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships team members and others
• A highly motivated and dynamic professional
• A problem-solving mindset and ability to translate business requirements into secure and scalable code
• A friendly willingness to collaborate and play nice with others
• Someone with a love for project-based work and staying on top of your technical game
• Open-minded and willing to adapt to existing development standards and structure
• Ability to work independently in a rapidly evolving environment

Nice to have (but not necessary) :

• Quality control
• Operational excellence
• Secure coding practices
• Experience with cloud (AWS)
• Mentoring other developers (as required)