Senior Developer

The Senior Developer role is with the Calgary Board of Education (CBE). This position delivers high quality software solutions across the CBE application ecosystem and environments, using the latest Microsoft technologies and other CBE approved tools.

The CBE supports a flexible work program allowing remote work up to three days per week, with a minimum of two days in the office. At times, you may be required to work in the office more than two days per week based on operational requirements.

Responsibilities:

Conducts all aspects of design, development and implementation related to new software solutions as well as modification of existing systems and solutions

Designs, builds, documents, implements and supports interfaces, automations, and the reengineering of processes related to applications or systems

Ensures systems perform reliably and consistently with end user expectations

Develops strategies and implements plans for keeping applications and systems current

Provides other IT support

For full details, please visit the CBE website

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (or equivalent degree in information technology)

5 years of current hands-on experience in software development, in the design, development and implementation of new web applications, mobile applications and system integrations using Microsoft technologies and industry best practices

Experience should include:

Designing OLTP databases

Writing technical documentation

Gathering business requirements

Translating business requirements into detailed technical specifications

Familiarity with continuous build and integration frameworks, SOLID design principles, Test-driven Development (TDD) and automated unit/regression testing

Familiarity with visual design/responsive design and user experiences for web and mobile devices

Experience with Microsoft technologies including SQL Server, SSIS, SSRS, T-SQL, stored procedures, functions, Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server

Experience with cloud development in Azure using the Microsoft stack is an asset

Microsoft developer certifications or other applicable certifications are assets

Familiarity with ITIL or ITIL Certification is an asset

An equivalent combination of related post-secondary education and related experience may be considered

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

Extensive development and support experience in a large, complex environment

Strong debugging and problem-solving skills and the ability to work on complex problems in a demanding environment

Familiarity with standards-based development methodologies (Waterfall, Prototyping, RAD/Agile)

Familiarity with Scrum Master and/or Project Management approaches

Self-driven with the ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Ability to provide broad technical leadership

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, clients and vendors

Ability to converse effectively with business users about technology matters

Strong organizational, multi-tasking and time management skills

Ability to work independently on medium to large tasks in a team environment

Ability to produce status reports for varied audiences and work under pressure

Ability to handle ambiguity and commit to continuous learning

Personal suitability

Extensive hands-on experience with development in Azure Environment using the Microsoft Technology Stack is a strong asset.

Competition Close Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025 @ 11:59 PM

Salary: Staff Association Grade I/J, $47.86 to $65.52 per hour

FTE: 1.0, 35 hours/week

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