Software Developer (Digital Services Group)

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a trusted leader in secure technology solutions for governments and businesses worldwide. The company operates across various business domains, including currency production, border security, civil identity, driver identification and vehicle information, excise control, lottery and charitable gaming.

Our 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to grow professionally.

At CBN we seek long-term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes:

• An industry-leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees;
• Best-in-class health, medical, and life insurance benefits;
• Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and
• Very progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.

Internal Job Title: Software Developer

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Job Location: 18 Auriga Drive, Ottawa ON

Work Model: Hybrid

Position Summary

As a Developer in our Digital Services Group, you will play a crucial role in developing innovative applications and solutions to support emerging identity models and standards. This position places you at the forefront of the rapidly advancing digital identity space that will redefine the online experience by moving physical identification (e.g. driver’s licenses and identification cards) to secure mobile apps. 

Responsibilities

Software Development

• Develop and maintain software applications, incorporating new features based on user feedback/needs and ensuring they integrate seamlessly with the existing application or legacy system
• Design and implement APIs at the heart of our product
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code that follows CBN code standards and guidelines and develop automated unit tests to validate the code and ensure it is performing as expected
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues in a timely manner

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Designers and other Development Team Members to understand and define system requirements
• Participate in regular code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge with team members
• Create and maintain technical documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing

Continuous Learning and Improvement

• Stay current with the latest industry trends, technologies and best practices to continuously improve your skills
• Evaluate and recommend new tools or technologies that can enhance development processes or team productivity

Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering (or similar program) or an equivalent combination of relevant education (college) and additional work experience
• Knowledge of the following:
  • Object-oriented programming principles
  • Three tier client-server architecture and software design patterns
  • Agile (SCRUM) development methodology
  • Cloud computing and containerization
  • DevOps methodology, practices, and tools
• 0-4 years of experience in software development position (new grads welcome)
• Experience working with Azure/Kubernetes/Docker/Spring

Technical Environment

• Languages: Java (OOP and Functional), Kotlin
• Frameworks: Spring
• Cloud Platform: Azure
• Cloud Infrastructure: Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, Bicep
• Database:  PostgreSQL, Mongo
• Tools: Jira, Git, Gradle, OpenAPI

Soft Skills and Characteristics

• Critical and creative thinking skills
  • Analytical skills, problem solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills
  • Communication, teamwork and collaboration
• Self-directed
• Adaptable

Mandatory Requirements

• Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Ability to attain/maintain Government of Canada Secret (Level II) clearance

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Our commitment to equity extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and development. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive, barrier free selection process, we ask that if you are contacted regarding the competition for this position, you advise the interview coordinator or any accommodation measures you may require.

At CBN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee brings to our organization, and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and success, and we strive to create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.