System Analyst

LeverageTek is actively seeking a Systems Analyst for a 12-month contract with its Ottawa-based customer.Work LocationRemote in Ottawa, ONSecurity RequirementMust be eligible for a Government of Canada Enhanced Reliability Clearance.Key TasksPlan, coordinate and oversee the design and implementation of enhancements to various systems, including workflows and forms, in support of core organizational functions. Create or update technical documentation (workflow actions, custom scripts, web service calls). Responsible for ensuring that the technical architecture is followed and that services necessary to meet the changing needs of the organization are implemented and maintained.Provide technical support, guidance, advice, and participates in the areas of scheduling, technical direction, future planning, and standard development practices.Coordinates system analysis, application development and testing activities through direct and indirect staffWork in an Agile team of system analysts to deliver bug/fixes, operational enhancements, and new functionality to existing in house software.Translate business requirements into viable technical solutions.Collaborate with other infrastructure groups within the organizationUse best practices and coding standards. Ensure implementations follow proper corporate design, development and deployment standards and adhere to corporate security policies.Collaborate with Testing team for testing of overall technical solution.Ensure all changes are developed in a secure source control process, allowing for deployment and rollback of releases where necessary.Define levels of security/access control required for technical solution within and across non-production environments.Leads/Assists in the deployment of new applications and enhancements to existing applications, utilizing modern DevSecOps practicesReviews and analyzes the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.Support go-live activities to transition to Production.Perform knowledge transfer to Solution Support team to ensure product sustainability.Collaborate with Solutions Support team(s) and contribute to Level 3 Support activities for Incident and Problem resolution as requiredKey QualificationsHigh-Quality Code and FeaturesDesign, develop, test, and deliver complex software features aligned with product requirements.Ensure code is scalable, maintainable, and meets performance benchmarks.Contribute to architectural decisions and design reviews.Test Coverage and Automation Deliver comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests. Create or enhance CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable deployments and faster feedback loops.Project Ownership and DeliveryTake ownership of feature delivery from design to release. Break down tasks, estimate effort, and ensure timely completion.Qualifications3+ years' experience knowledge and experience in c#, building APIs, Azure and Terraform3+ years' experience in IT systems development, full software agile lifecycle or related experience AssetsExperience working as part of an Agile team with Business Subject Matter Expert, Business Analyst, Solution Architect, Tester, Scrum Master, Product OwnerExcellent Microsoft Office 365 skills especially ExcelWorking with 3rd party vendors and integrating applicationsExperience with automated and/or manual testingAbility to operate under structured release management frameworks, including the need for various environments, system maintenance, risk avoidance, etc.Must be business results oriented. Strong ability to translate business questions and requirements into technical solutionsStrong analytical ability with demonstrated application of technical problem solving and analytical tools and techniques. Ability to identify issues and risks and provide options analysisStrong communication and collaboration skillsExperience in an Insurance or Financial Services environment is an asset, but not essentialExperience with Financial Crimes Risk Management is an asset, but not essential About LeverageTek Staffing SolutionsFounded in 2003, LeverageTek provides end-to-end, cross-functional staffing solutions throughout North America. We are a trusted partner to leading private and public sector organizations and experts in talent solutions that create optimal business outcomes.Don't let our name fool you. Our roots are in technology, but we are also a proven leader in accounting and finance, sales and marketing, human resources, supply chain, and legal talent acquisition. We offer contract and permanent staffing, executive search, talent mapping, management consultancy, and contractor payroll management. LeverageTek is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our customers, the candidates we represent, and the diverse communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for each other. LeverageTek is committed to employment equity and creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, and marital status.