Senior Technology Specialist, Digital Developer

At Equitable, we believe work should be a place where you feel supported, inspired, and empowered to grow. In our caring and collaborative environment, your curiosity is encouraged, your passion is recognized, and your contributions truly matter. Together, we create meaningful impact; for our clients, our communities, and each other.

The Opportunity: At Equitable, our focus is on making a meaningful impact in the lives of Canadians by putting clients at the heart of everything we do. We lead with empathy, act with intention, stay curious, and support one another every step of the way.

If you're looking for purpose-driven work in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your voice is heard, and your growth is encouraged we'd love to connect.

Put your knowledge of the latest technologies to work creating solutions to some of the insurance industry's toughest challenges. Work directly with key leaders to understand their business needs, advise them on how technology can support their strategies, and build innovative responses to today's problems and tomorrow's opportunities. We work using a wide variety of web and mobile possibilities using .NET, React, Angular, HTML5, CSS3 and other evolving technologies. Your team is a diverse band of talented, engaged, and fun professionals who thrive on finding a better way. Your work will be part of changing the way Equitable helps clients get the help they need when they need it most.

Join one of the Waterloo Area's Top Employers for 2025 and Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers for 2024 and be part of something that matters.

Position Title: Senior Technology Specialist, Digital Developer

Reports To: Senior Technology Manager, Digital

Department: IT

Term: Permanent Full-Time

Work Arrangements: This is a hybrid role. You will work in our office in Waterloo, ON a minimum of two (2) assigned, consecutive days every other week, plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month. You are welcome to work from the office more than the minimum requirement and there may be some roles that are required to work in our office more than the minimum requirement.

What you will be doing:

• ​​Build and support mobile and web applications using React, .NET, and JavaScript
• In an Agile set up, you will work closely with product owners and platform gurus to develop alternative solutions to meet business needs
• Analyze production system problems and recommend workable solutions
• Investigate and solve production problems with minimal to no guidance

What you will bring:

• Degree or diploma in Computer Science or a related field
• Minimum 4 year experience with React
• Thorough understanding of PWA, React and Component libraries
• Prominent level of proficiency in .NET/C#, and at least 7 years of experience
• Experience with JavaScript, jQuery as well as TypeScript
• Experience in Mobile web development and Azure portal
• Significant knowledge in HTML5 CSS, Ajax
• Experience with SOAP and/or RESTful services
• Experience with JSON and XML
• Experience with Microservices architecture
• Experience with Microsoft IIS
• Hands-on experience & proficiency working with Microsoft Business Intelligence (BI) technologies
• Hands-on experience using testing frameworks for both client and server code (i.e. NUnit, Jasmine, etc.)
• Hands-on experience in Azure Cloud environment and Azure DevOps, especially developing and deploying CI/CD pipelines (Azure Pipelines)
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with Azure App Services, Durable Functions and Azure infrastructure in general
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code applied to DevOps, DevSecOps
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and Transact SQL with at least 6 years of relevant experience
• Experience with package managers (e.g., npm, bower) is a must
• Proficiency in ITSM, especially Incident, Problem & Change Management using ServiceNow
• Experience with ORMs like Entity Framework is an asset
• Experience with CMS platform like Kentico and Umbraco is an asset
• Experience leading other developers on projects; task and priority setting, working with business partners, etc.

What's in it for you:

• A workplace where care, passion, and curiosity aren't just values, they're how we work, grow, and succeed together every day.
• A healthy work-life balance with employee wellness top of mind
• Annual bonus program, annual vacation allowance, and company-paid benefits program
• Generous vacation package with one volunteer day to give back to a charity of your choice
• Immediate enrollment in the company's pension program with employer matching
• Employee resource groups that support an inclusive work environment
• Tuition support and specialized program assistance
• An onsite full-service cafeteria with a variety of daily options
• Discounts on company products and services, and access to exclusive employee perks
• Regular EQ Together events focused on company togetherness and collaboration

As part of the recruitment process, candidates may be asked to complete an assessment and will be required to undergo background screening, in accordance with company policy.

This position is available due to an existing vacancy.

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