Application Developer

Status: Full time, indefinite

Location: Ottawa, Ontario, or Toronto, Ontario (hybrid)

Closing date: December 23, 2025

Salary range: $87,720 to $109,140 per year

Canada's Drug Agency is a pan-Canadian health organization. We are an independent, not-for-profit organization headquartered in Ottawa, with a satellite office in Toronto. Created and funded by Canada's federal, provincial, and territorial governments, we drive better coordination, alignment, and public value within Canada's drug and health technology landscape. We provide Canada's health system leaders with independent evidence and advice so they can make informed drug, health technology, and health system decisions, and we collaborate with national and international partners to enhance our collective impact.

We are proud to be a 2025 National Capital Region Top Employer. Canada's Drug Agency was named 1 of the National Capital Region's Top Employers for the second year in a row. This recognition celebrates our dedication to fostering a work environment that nurtures growth; innovation; and inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA). It reaffirms our ongoing efforts to create an outstanding workplace where our employees thrive and feel valued.

Most of our employees participate in a hybrid workspace arrangement that allows for flexibility and enhanced work-life balance. We believe in the positive impact of in-person collaboration and the importance of team building. Added consideration is given to qualified candidates who live near our offices and can participate in a hybrid arrangement. Those applying must be located in Ontario, except in rare circumstances where the employment position is remote.

Primary Focus

The Application Developer (Microsoft Stack) is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing efficient, user-friendly, and scalable software applications. They collaborate with business groups to understand requirements, create technical specifications, and build customized software solutions for a variety of projects, including the standardization of Microsoft 365 apps, the Microsoft Power Platform, and Canada's Drug Agency project management tools. The developer also handles bug fixes, software updates, and the integration of new features.

What do the daily responsibilities look like?

On any given day, the Application Developer (Microsoft Stack) will:

• design, code, document, and maintain software applications according to specifications and requirements in the Microsoft environment, using both the Power Platform environment (Power Automate, Dataverse) and C#
• model and design databases and data storage solutions using Transact-SQL and SQL Server
•  create interactive reports and dashboards using Power BI to deliver valuable business insights and data visualization
• assist in development and maintenance of Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM using Power Automate, C#, and Dataverse
• model and design databases and data storage solutions using appropriate technology (e.g., SQL Server, SharePoint lists)
• build continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) solutions using Azure DevOps and configure database and application solutions in the Azure Environment
• create interactive reports and dashboards using Power BI to deliver valuable business insights and data visualization
• suggest, develop, and implement new features and functionality that improve application performance and user experience by collaborating with cross-functional teams
• collaborate with IT colleagues to integrate applications with other systems and databases (e.g., SharePoint, Dynamics 365, or third-party application programming interfaces [APIs])
• develop and debug applications, resolve related technical issues, and provide ongoing maintenance and support for existing applications
• create and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture, code comments, and user guides
• follow trends in artificial intelligence and use new artificial intelligence tools and programs to enhance existing applications and build new ones.

Is this the right role for you?

The Application Developer (Microsoft Stack) will likely have:

• a deep understanding of and hands-on experience with the Microsoft 365 product suite and Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI)
• experience in database development and maintenance using Transact-SQL, SQL Server, and Dataverse
• expertise in creating reports and dashboards with Power BI, including DAX, Power Query, and other data modelling techniques
• experience in configuring applications and databases in Microsoft Azure
• experience in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps
• knowledge of REST APIs and web services, and experience with JSON and XML data formats
• analytical, project management, and organizational skills that include using analysis to translate business requirements into system solutions
• the ability to interact and work effectively with employees, including end users and interested parties, to gather and clarify business requirements and translate them into system specifications
• the ability to adapt to new technology, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and prioritize and manage conflicting demands
• the ability to respond quickly in a dynamic and changing environment, and have demonstrated a high degree of flexibility with strong interpersonal skills.

What will set you apart?

The following are considered asset qualifications:

• Microsoft certification
• familiarity with Dynamics 365 and the integration of Power Platform with customer relationship management systems
• fluency in French.

What's in it for you?

At Canada's Drug Agency, you will find:

• a team-focused, supportive, and inclusive work environment
• a competitive compensation package, including participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) — 1 of Canada's largest and most successful defined benefit pension plans
• a comprehensive benefits package for employees and dependents, including health, dental, life, and travel insurance; a health spending account; and an employee assistance program
• paid time off (including a minimum of 4 weeks of vacation leave as well as sick leave and life leave, a December holiday closure, and other leave options)
• opportunities to work with and learn from highly specialized professionals
• personal growth through professional development opportunities, corporate training, and support for continuing education
• a friendly culture that supports community engagement
• the opportunity to make a difference for people living in Canada and effect positive change.

To apply for this position, visit the Careers section of our website. Your résumé must clearly identify how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role. Applications for this opportunity may be used for future staffing vacancies. We thank you for your interest; however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Please visit our website regularly for new opportunities.

At Canada's Drug Agency, we actively celebrate, support, and flourish through our differences. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for building the future of health care. We demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) by encouraging continuous training, modelling inclusive behaviours, and proactively managing biases. We highly encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people of all places of origin and religions, people with disabilities, people who are neurodivergent, people who are Black or racialized, Indigenous people, women, and people from 2SLGBTQ+ communities. We also provide accommodations during all phases of the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let the Talent Acquisition team know when they contact you. We will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note that, as a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to complete a confidential pre-employment background check, including criminal, employment, and education verifications.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. We regret that we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

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