Application Specialist

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

Application Specialist

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._

The opportunity

Specific Accountabilities

Accountability #1 - Application Management-
- Research and make recommendations on software improvements in alignment with department strategic objectives.-
- Ensure software solutions support and maintain required business service levels. Contributes to and supports technology roadmaps in conjunction with architects and cross departments stakeholders.-
- Conduct peer code reviews to ensure compliance with development standards.- When required, design, create, and implement small development solutions in support of resolving technology or business problems and issues in a cost efficient, reliable, agile manner.

Accountability #2 - Application Maintenance & Development- Contribute to and support development standards for use by internal staff and third party strategic vendors-
- Ensure compliance by third party strategic partners on change management process as needed through testing, development or deployment tasks- Coordinate and assist in defining software installation and small development project plans, including estimates, scope, schedule and implementation plans- Work with key business stakeholders and business analysts to define attainable Service Level Agreements on operational targets and outcomes.- Leverage technology expertise to support team members in all programming aspects including trouble-shooting, development standards and cross training on all existing programs and operational processes.- Accountability #3 -Technical Expertise & leadership- Provide broad and deep technical expertise to directly coordinate the work of a small team or provide specialized assistance to a specific issue.- Work independently on complex technical issues, make significant design or standard practice deviations based on depth and breadth of knowledge- Demonstrate broad business and technical knowledge in resolving problems and identifying opportunities with a keen awareness of interrelationships with other stakeholders.-
- Convey highly technical messages in a way other stakeholders are able to understand and operationalize.- Understand industry trends to make sound recommendations on best practice improvements, highlight risks, or opportunities for new technology implementations for further department goals and objectives- Acts as a trusted advisor and delegate for their manager for meetings, and absences if required.- Skills and competencies that will take you further

Skills and competencies that will take you further

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

Professional Experience- Minimum 5 years relevant work experience and leading projects/initiatives. (Experience in Financial industry preferred)- Minimum 3 years Tier 2/3 support experience

**Skills**:
- Development expertise in Java, Velocity Script,.Net, C#, JavaScript, VBScript, SQL, Oracle- Knowledge of VISION programming, JSON, REST and SOAP is an asset- Experience in working with and coordinating onsite or offshore development and maintenance by third party vendors- Experience with source control management systems and continuous integration/deployment environments- Experience with agile development methodologies including Kanban and scrum- Expert knowledge of IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) and the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes and practices- Expert working knowledge of project management practices-
- Expert knowledge of system and software quality assurance best practices and methodologies- Flexible and adaptable in regards to learning and understanding new technologies-
- Knowledge of data privacy and security practices- Knowledge of database design and file management techniques- Knowledge of network hardware, protocols, and standards

Personal Competencies- Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products- Highly motivated and self-directed- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail- Ability to effectively prioritize and work in a high pr