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Senior Application Developer

Apply locations Edmonton, AB - CWB Corporate Office time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R7454

At CWB , we strive to build value for the people who choose us every day: our people, our clients and our investors. We do this by:

• Putting people first and building relationships with intention

• Seeking out and embracing new ideas

• Believing that how we do things is as important as what we do

Senior Application Developer (12-month term)

Role Specifications

Everyday flexibility. Hybrid work environments. Collaborative connection.

CWB Corporate

Put a new spin on your banking career

The overwhelming majority of our employees say CWB is a Great Place to Work

We're different from the big banks in the way we engage our employees - caring, responsive, and armed with an obsession for growing talent. Our reputation is powered by a people first culture that ensures our employees be and feel heard, promotes inclusivity and diverse viewpoints, and inspires collaboration and innovation.

Our employees love CWB. You'll love it here too.

Areas of focus

Acquisition & Deployment

• Manage the deployment of changes to existing business applications in non-production environments.

• Research and make recommendations on software improvements.

• Collaborate with analysts, designers, and system owners in the deployment of software programs and applications.

• Ensure software solutions support and maintain required business service levels.

Strategy & Planning

• Requirement Translation: Collaborate closely with Clients as well as Business Team to accurately translate complex business needs into API-led Mulesoft solutions.

• Expertise in End to End system design holistically to ensure seamless integration touch points.

• Architect integrations of APIs with various backend systems for seamless data exchange and functionality.

• Expertise in RAML design and be able to create reusable data structure, traits to reduce the redundancy as well as rework.

• Support and provide input to building out support, development, and maintenance strategies for the application portfolio.

• Provide best practice experience, guidance and create associated processes for onboarding of new technologies and solutions into CWBFG application portfolio.

• Contributes to and supports the maturation of the Software Asset Management framework and long-term application portfolio roadmap and strategy.

• Acts as a trusted advisor and delegate for their manager when required.

Operational

• Create and implement development standards

• Participate in third party change management process as needed through testing, development or deployment tasks

• Assist in defining software development project plans, including estimates, scope, schedule and implementation plans

• Provide timely system support for internal users on in-house and third party applications.

• Provides guidance to junior team members in all programming aspects including trouble-shooting and cross training on all existing programs and processes.

• Utilizes Github, Jira and Confluence as part of SDLC lifecyle. Bitbucket experience is an asset

• Evaluate and make recommendations for future improvements to better the overall quality and efficiencies of deliverables

• Prepare documentation on the status, operation and maintenance for the application portfolio

• Recognize priorities and possible resource/environment contentions

• Work closely with Vendor and internal support/development teams to track defects and their progress through releases for testing, acceptance and closure.

Successful incumbent

• College or University degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or a related field

• Minimum 5 years banking systems work experience

• Minimum 3 years Tier 2/3 support experience

• Expertise in Mulesoft API development

• Knowledge of JSON, REST and SOAP is a must

• Familiarity with Splunk or other enterprise logging solutions is an asset

• Familiarity with AWS, Azure or other cloud based technologies and services is an asset

• Familiarity with CloudHub VPC Network Architecture is an asset

• Extensive experience in working and managing onsite-offshore development environment

• Experience with source control management systems and continuous integration/ continuous deployment environments (Github, Bitbucket)

• Experience with agile development methodologies including Kanban and scrum

• Proficient in corrective and preventive Maintenance, configuration management and application performance standards implementation

• Expert knowledge of software architecture, banking system programming language and communication protocols as required by the banking system and its interfaces

• Expert working knowledge of project management practices

• Expert knowledge of SOA and tiered application architecture

• Expert knowledge of system and software quality assurance best practices and methodologies

• Flexible and adaptable in regards to learning and understanding new technologies

• Experience with managing data from mission critical software applications.

• Knowledge of data privacy and security practices

• Knowledge of database design and file management techniques is a must

• Knowledge of network protocols, and standards

• Experience is interpreting business requirements and translating them into technical requirements and stories is a must

Essential Personal Competencies

• Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products

• Highly self-motivated and directed

• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail

• Ability to effectively prioritize and work in a high pressure environment for extended periods of time to meet deadlines, or resolve immediate issues to mission critical systems.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

• Solid customer-service orientation with excellent listening and interpersonal skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language

Why work with us?

Your success is our obsession! And our award-winning culture & benefits back it up.

Proudly recognized by Great Place to Work in 2023 as one of Canada's top 50 Best Workplaces & recipient of Waterston Human Capital's Most Admired Corporate Culture 2023.

Wellness matters . We offer an award-winning benefits package that includes:

• Hybrid work environments

• Everyday flexibility

• Generous company-funded health coverage

• Health care spending account

• A flexible wellness program

• generous time-away options to unplug, rest & recover

Career development. We commit to our employees' development and help them reach their professional goals with:

• Organization wide coaching services

• Mentorship

• Education support & training programs

Bring your whole self to work. Inclusion is a journey requiring practice & experience to result in a powerful outcome. Your perspective matters & voice will be heard. Find community within the CWB family in our employee represented groups.

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As an equitable employer, CWB Financial Group is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment where a diverse workforce thrives. You are welcomed and encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Dignity, respect and equality are non-negotiables. If you require accommodation during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please reach out.

Closing Date:

* P osition closes at 12:01am on the close date identified below.

05/8/2024

About Us

CWB Financial Group is a diversified financial services organization providing specialized service in business and personal banking, equipment financing and leasing, trust and wealth management across Canada. With more than 2,500 employees in companies with offices and branches across the country, we're helping our clients manage their money, grow their business and realize their financial potential. If you're interested in sales, support or leadership role with a growing, award-winning organization, chances are we have a challenging and rewarding opportunity of interest to you.

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