Senior Software Engineer

4 weeks ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our Emerging Platforms Team at the Department of Cyber Security and Digital Solutions. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining digital platform services used by hundreds of thousands of users.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the design and development of digital platform services, ensuring they meet user needs and business requirements.
  • Develop and maintain frontend and backend applications, utilizing Agile methodologies and best practices.
  • Collaborate with product managers to understand user needs and develop solutions that meet those needs.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring the team is working efficiently and effectively.
  • Work with delivery teams and partners to break down technical requirements into manageable pieces and identify key API requirements for integration with internal and external systems.
  • Ensure new and updated platforms, products, and transactions are thoroughly tested for performance and can handle specified load.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity experts to ensure security-by-design and identify additional security risks and mitigation plans.
  • Provide mentorship and coaching for junior and intermediate software engineers, helping them grow and develop in their careers.
  • Assist in building a culture of continuous delivery and improvement, ensuring key systems are regularly analyzed, maintained, and improved.
Qualifications and Experience

We are looking for a candidate with a related Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. The ideal candidate will have experience with Agile-Scrum and/or Kanban methodologies, as well as recent experience with backend technologies such as dotnet core C#.

  • Experience with Agile-Scrum and/or Kanban methodologies.
  • Recent experience with backend technologies preferably dotnet core C# (must have). Candidates with experience in Java, NodeJS and other programming languages will also be considered.
  • In-depth understanding of SOLID and DRY principles, and ability to write clean and maintainable code.
  • Practice Test Driven Development such as writing unit tests and ensuring code coverage while building the functionality.
  • In-depth knowledge of OWASP Security standards and Cyber security best practices.
Nice to Have:
  • Experience building and scaling high-traffic websites and/or high-volume transaction processing and analysis platforms.
  • Open to switch between different programming languages and technologies.
  • Experience developing and using web-based APIs (especially REST-based APIs).
  • Experience in contributing to open-source projects.
  • Knowledge of industry-leading DevOps principles, methodology and toolsets, and related hands-on experience.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined benefits pension plan, generous time off, flexible work arrangements, and employee and family support programs. If you are a motivated and experienced software engineer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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