Computer Science jobs in Canada

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Join a national team where people, purpose, and community come first. Western Financial Group was named a 2025 Top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business Canada and is home to more than 2,300 team members supporting over one million customers across 200+ locations across Canada.

Reporting to the Web Team Lead, Application Development; the Application Developer 3 (Senior Developer) is responsible for maintaining Westerns’ software applications; while providing excellent service to the internal clients; supporting them to achieve their departmental goals.

Your success stems from your ability to effectively analyze and identify best practices for system improvements, planning and implementation. You have the opportunity to be part of a collaborative team, who contribute to the overall success of the business.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience
• Participate in mentorship of other developers
• Be the lead to take on challenging duties/issues
• Demonstrate contributions to architectural decisions
• Propose and prototype new tools or frameworks
• Analyze, design, code, test and document low to moderately complex programs to develop applications software
• Develop unit test plans, conduct tests to diagnose and record failures; reporting and documenting results and code revisions
• Create technical documentation in compliance with Software Development Lifecycle; including the development of support documentation for project teams and stakeholders
• Perform applications maintenance and support functions to provide successful resolution
• Lead and assist with system components’ designs and participate in design reviews to improve quality
• Continual self-development regarding knowledge of new/emerging software and hardware technologies, methodologies and products

Being successful in this role requires that you work with your team to support and provide exceptional customer service to all your clients. Together with your team, you will contribute to a positive work environment while demonstrating Westerns Guiding Principles.

• Superior multi-tasking skills, in a deadline driven environment
• Computer Science, Information Systems or Programmer education or relevant work experience
• Expert knowledge in Agile Framework, GitHub Enterprise, and CI/CD pipeline deployments

• Expert knowledge of languages:
  • C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, SQL, HTML/CSS, PowerShell

• Test Driven Development practices (TDD) and unit testing using a xUnit type framework in a professional environment
• Frameworks:
  • .NET, ASP.NET MVC, React, Node.js, Angular, jQuery
• Microsoft apps/platforms:
  • Azure ecosystem, Power-BI, PowerAutomate, Visual Studio
• Previous experience working on own initiative, in support of a team

Hours: Full Time, 1 year contract - 37.5 hours/week

Location: Remote, Canada - CST timezone

Current Vacancy: Yes

Salary Range: $55,000 - $80,000

Requisition #: 82437

Western’s people‑first culture, grounded in our guiding principles of Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty, is recognized across Canada and strengthened by our commitment to wellness, flexibility, and meaningful community impact.

• 14 Paid Wellness Days, 3 weeks’ vacation, company matching savings programs, and 100% employer paid group benefits for eligible employees
• Over 1,500 volunteer hours supporting 160+ charities in 2024–2025 through the Western Financial Group Communities Foundation.

At Western, we strive to create an accessible, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact talent.acquisition@westernfg.ca or visit our Careers page.

We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are personally reviewed by Western’s Talent Acquisition Consultants. As part of our hiring process, we use standardized, scientifically validated skills assessments (nonAI), and all results are reviewed by our hiring team.

If making a meaningful impact in your community and growing your career in a supportive, purpose‑driven environment excite you, we’d love to hear from you.