Systems Developer, Senior

LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical laboratory services provider in Ontario is seeking a Senior Systems Developer. The role involves designing and maintaining clinical analytical systems to streamline laboratory workflows and improve healthcare services. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in C++ and C#.NET development and a minimum of five years of experience in software engineering. This position offers a full-time role within a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

Employee Group Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Vacation and Wellness Days

Professional development reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Object Oriented design and development.
• Experience programming in C++ with STL and C#.NET.
• Solid knowledge of client/server architecture and SQL programming.

Responsibilities

• Consult with users to identify current operating procedures and application objectives.
• Design, develop, test, implement and maintain application modules.
• Ensure timely and accurate updates while maintaining system availability.

Skills

Object Oriented design

C++ programming

C#.NET development

SQL programming

Problem solving

Agile methodologies

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Tools

GitHub

Win32 API

Job description

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For over 50 years, LifeLabs has been Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services.

We are committed innovators, operating Canada's first commercial genetics lab, and the country's largest online patient portal, with more than 8 million Canadians receiving their results online. More than 112 million laboratory tests come through LifeLabs’ laboratories annually, and our team of more than 6,000 passionate, caring, and diverse professionals works together as one to provide high quality testing and results that Canadians can trust.

We know that behind every lab requisition, sample being tested, or investment in technology is an individual and their family counting on us. At LifeLabs, you can make a meaningful impact on Canadians’ lives every day.

Our teams are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers, reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring, agility, teamwork, and a customer-centered approach. As part of this commitment, LifeLabs prioritizes the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program to better serve the needs of our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We continue to take steps to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves.

These values are not just words on a page, they guide our actions and decisions every day and have come to define our team culture.

Status : Full Time

Schedule : Monday-Friday

Number of Positions : 1

Start Date : ASAP

Internal Application Deadline : July 17, 2025

Systems Developer, Senior

Reporting to the Sr Manager IT Ops Support the Systems Developer is part of a team that designs, develops, implements and maintains clinical analytical systems, which manage the laboratory workflow, streamline the testing processes and automate the decision-making and validation of results.

Accountabilities

• Consult with users to identify current operating procedures and to clarify application system objectives
• Formulate detailed specifications based on user requirements
• Analyze user / functional requirements, and identify options for meeting requirements and recommend course of action
• Design, develop, test, implement and maintain application modules
• Debug software programs and procedures
• Understand interdependencies of different systems and processes and anticipate and correctly evaluate outcomes of potential options
• Prepare technical documentation
• Identify and resolve application problems before they impact business units
• Ensure timely and accurate system updates, upgrades, fixes and new functionality while maintaining maximum on-line availability to users
• Ensure all activities performed comply with specified control procedures, system validation requirements, laboratory and IT policies and standard operating procedures
• Assist in training and guiding other developers
• Assume additional duties as required

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years of Object Oriented design and development
• Must have experience programming in C++ with STL
• Must have experience with C#.NET desktop development and LINQ
• Solid knowledge of client / server architecture, RDBMS and SQL programming
• Experience working with Win32 API, multithreading, services, TCP / IP sockets and communication protocols
• Familiar with different source code repositories e.g. GitHub, TFS
• Familiarity with predicate programing languages would be an asset
• Excellent problem solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good understanding of the full SDLC with Agile and Waterfall methodology
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Enthusiastic person with desire to expand their knowledge and skills

LifeLabs’ compensation programs are commensurate based on the role, skill, effort, responsibility and working conditions, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.

LifeLabs is also proud to offer resources, opportunities, as well as a collaborative and supportive environment that enables our team members to thrive.

In Addition To a Competitive Compensation Package, LifeLabs Provides a Comprehensive Total Rewards Program, Specific To The Job Position. Your Package May Include

• Employee Group Benefits : Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation and Wellness Days
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs : Our award winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well-being of our team members, including resources like the Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc., and optional health-related benefits.

In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy, and the applicable Accessibility Acts within the provinces we operate in, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email [e-mail].

Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs’. Vaccinations and / or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer-led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.

Ready to empower healthier Canadians? Apply today!

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

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Full-time

Job function

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Engineering and Information Technology

Hospitals and Health Care

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