CS-02 Programmer Analyst, Application Development

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Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

Please note that the external process 18-STC-EA-NCR-766-064A and the internal process 18-STC-IA-NCR-766-064 will be combined. You do not need to apply to both processes.

Work environment

In January, Statistics Canada received the National Capital Region's Top Employers Award for 2018. A week later, we had been awarded a spot in Canada's Top Employers for Young People competition in an article from The Global and Mail.

Are you looking for a challenging IT career opportunity? Would you like to work in a dynamic team for a world renowned Statistical Agency? Statistics Canada’s census program is currently looking for dynamic individuals. In particular, the Yeti team is looking for a committed CS-02 Programmer Analyst for the development of challenging and great visibility initiatives. We are a very collaborative, motivated and technologically advanced group.

As part of the census tabulation system redesign for the 2021 cycle, the Yeti team is building an n-layered system using .Net Standard, Entity Framework Core, ASP.Net MVC Core, WPF, and SQL Server databases. We are also one of the cloud pilot development projects.

What do you need to know about us?

- You will be working at Tunney’s Pasture, in Ottawa. We are close to transit lines (and the future light-rail train), coffee shops and restaurants. In our buildings you also have access to a food court, a small shop and a gym.

- Our offices are bright and open.

- We offer a stimulating and pleasant environment. Our social committee is engaged and creative, offering multiple activities throughout the year.

- We have a wide variety of social groups including: sports teams, choirs, Toastmasters, mentoring groups, special interest groups, gaming groups, aboriginal groups, and many more.

Intent of the process

The current intent of this selection process is to staff one (1) position on an indeterminate basis.

A pool of fully assessed candidates may be established to staff identical or similar positions with various language requirements, tenures and various security requirements.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:
ED1- Successful completion of two years of an acceptable post-secondary educational program in information management, computer science, information technology OR an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

EXP1- Recent* and significant** experience in developing applications in C# .Net.
EXP2- Recent* and significant** experience in at least three (3) of the following domains: analysis, architecture, design, modeling, documenting, programming, or testing of software applications.

*Recent is defined as an experience having been acquired within the last five (5) years.
**Significant is defined as the experience that would normally be obtained in three (3) years by performing the full range of activities noted.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSETS EXPERIENCE:

AEXP1- Recent* experience developing applications with Entity Framework or Entity Framework Core.
AEXP2- Recent* experience developing applications using databases such as SQL Server.
AEXP3- Experience developing applications on the cloud.
AEXP4- Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell to automate manual tasks.
AEXP5- Experience in SAS programming.
AEXP6- Recent* experience working with Jira and Confluence.
AEXP7- Recent* experience creating and executing test cases for regression, integration or user acceptance testing.
AEXP8- Recent* experience gathering and analyzing client and partner business requirements.
AEXP9- Significant** experience in developing applications in C# .Net.
*Recent experience is defined as usually acquired over the last 5 years.
**Significant is defined in this context as the experience that would normally be obtained in five (5) years by performing the full range of activities noted, within the last seven (7) years. 

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English or French

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

K1- Knowledge of concepts, principles and practices related to software development.
K2- Knowledge of the System Development Life Cycle.

COMPETENCIES:

C1- Results oriented
C2- Analytical Thinking
C3- Teamwork

ABILITIES:

A1- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A2- Ability to communicate effectively orally.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

PS1- Flexibility
PS2- Judgement
PS3- Initiative

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position. However, a person may be appointed to the position even though he or she does not meet any or all of the asset qualifications. Notwithstanding,please note that meeting this criterion may be desirable and may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed.

Please note that all written communication relating to this process may be used to assess the ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

A written exam may be administered.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

E-mail correspondence will be used as the main method of communication with candidates for this selection process for screening and assessment (including issuing results and sending invitations for written test and interview). Please note that the onus is on the candidates to provide valid contact information and to update it, if required.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.