Green Shield Canada

WHO WE ARE

When it comes to health, we’re always looking for ways to push for better. It’s why we were founded in the first place. In 1957, our founder, pharmacist William Wilkinson, witnessed a mother sacrifice her health by forgoing her own medicine to pay for her sick daughter’s prescription. He knew there had to be a better way. So, he introduced North America’s first prepaid drug plan, and GreenShield was born as a not-for-profit with a mission to support better health for all Canadians.

We aren’t just a health and benefits company. We’re the only not-for-profit social enterprise that brings worlds of coverage and care together, all in one place.

We’re noble challengers, purposefully building a better way and we need the best people to help us create a more holistic approach that takes care of the mind and body.

Our mission is to create better health for all Canadians, and we know that starts with our employees. 

THE ROLE IN A NUTSHELL

The Software Developer is an intermediate level position. The Software Developer will be a skilled developer with demonstrated software development experience, who is capable of completing assignments with minimal supervision and detailed direction. The Software Developer is skilled in the use of current programming languages and tools and generally acts as a team resource on custom development initiatives. 

Software development initiatives will range in size and complexity. In the case of small independent sub-systems (i.e. 1 to 3 online screens or 1-2 software modules or services) or basic modifications to existing systems, they could be called upon to manage the development effort with only supervisory monitoring. 

The Software Developer assures that the software programs and associated tasks to which they are assigned are developed, tested and completed according to departmental standards and defined client requirements. 

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• University Degree in Computer Science or a Community College Certificate in Computer Science or equivalent experience. 
• Minimum of 3-4 years of business application development experience. 
• Requires an intermediate level of coding, technical and time management skills. 
• Requires a strong working knowledge of the functions of the development tools installed at Green Shield and utilizes these tools specifically in the development of application software. 
• Designs and develops modules of logic, including database access methods, for front end and back end applications in one or more programming environments such as C++, C#, .NET, SQL, Javascript, React and other languages as required. 
• Prior experience in API design and application integration technologies is required 
• Oracle PL/SQL experience would be considered an asset. 
• Experience in Agile Development would be an asset. 
• Must be able to interpret application design into code design and produce optimized software solutions compliant with industry and corporate development standards 
• Has strong interpersonal skills and can work effectively with IT peers, and/or internal clients 
• Must be able to carry out the iterative review of online screens and reports and to implement required revisions where necessary. 
• Must be able to present technical options and alternatives. 
• Must be able to perform full unit testing on all components of a program. 
• Must be fully versed and competent in the use of automated testing tools and utilities. 
• Must be able to produce required documentation for all programs created or changed and able to write or assist in writing user or operational documentation 
• Assures that all applications are developed with the highest quality and adhere to departmental standards for logic coding, version control and library management by requesting and participating in peer review sessions 
• Participates with Software Developers and Senior Software Developers in the review of internal standards for code structure, language use, version control and code library management. 
• May be called upon to participate in the evaluation of new tools and methodologies for the purpose of making recommendation for their use in the IT Department.
• Provides resource estimates for various components of the software development process in support of project planning and scheduling tasks. 

TRAINING PERIOD: 

The training period for this position is 60 calendar days. 

Salary range for this position is in accordance with Article 22 of the Collective Agreement. 

This position is posted in accordance with Article 13 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. 

THE CULTURE

We believe a career should be meaningful. Not just a means to earn a living. Our culture is one where everyone's voice is heard and valued. Because that’s what it takes to create better health for all. We dare to challenge the status quo. And we’re driven by people who have challenged theirs. We believe that your workplace should empower you to be the best version of yourself. That’s why we provide a place where you can be inspired, challenged, and rewarded. 

Where your growth means our growth.

Where your voice is heard and valued.

Where your work has purpose. And purpose matters.

We believe our people are critical to our overall success. Inclusivity makes us a stronger, smarter and more informed organization. Being intentionally inclusive of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences will enhance our company culture to positively impact how we support our communities. A career at GreenShield isn’t just about personal achievements, it's about making a
difference together.

Here’s to Better Health for All!

A FEW MORE DETAILS

Proficiency in English is required for this position. As part of this role, you will be required to communicate with colleagues or customers who use English as their primary language. By requiring English proficiency for this position, we aim to ensure that our employees can excel in their roles, collaborate, and communicate effectively, and contribute to the success of our organization. 

GS supports diversity, equity and inclusion in our teams and communities, and we value the unique contributions made by all. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly to every requirement, we invite you to apply. We encourage applications from all candidates and will accommodate needs under human rights legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please let us know of any accommodation through requestforaccommodation@greenshield.ca. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. 

Providing this information gives GS consent to use your personal information to assess your suitability for specific positions, future opportunities or for your personnel file. Your résumé will be held in strict confidence and will be viewed only by the Organization. Information may be stored outside of Canada and could be used for aggregate statistical purposes (which uses no personal identification).