Programmer Analyst

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Duties

In a nutshell, as a Programmer Analyst at the Public Service Commission, you are responsible for the design, development, testing, deployment, maintenance and improvement of software. You will be encouraged to innovate and propose improvements to new and existing solutions, and you will be responsible for promoting and adhering to the Agile and 12 Factor App methodologies. You will collaborate with other designers and developers and continuously learn.

You will work on things like:
• Participating in the development of the Government of Canada recruitment solution including assessment tools;
• Promote the 12 Factor App and Agile methodology;
• Participate in the cloud computing transition of the PSC;
• Investigating the use of Open source software (OSS) to replace legacy solutions.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff at least one position on an indeterminate basis in Gatineau. A pool of qualified candidates will be created to fill future vacancies within the Public Service Commission in our Gatineau and Halifax offices. Other government departments may use the pool upon the PSC's approval.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

ED1: Successful completion of two years of an acceptable post-secondary educational program in computer science, information technology, information management or another specialty relevant to the position to be staffed.

Degree equivalency

EX1: Significant* experience developing applications with one of the following programming languages: Java, C#, or Python

*Significant is defined as depth and breadth of experience normally associated with the performance of those duties for a period of approximately one year.

EX2: Experience with relational databases and Structured Query Language (SQL)

EX3: Experience working in one of the following fields: Web application development, micro-service development or cloud-based solution development

EX4: Experience in HTML/CSS, JavaScript or ReactJS

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

English or French

Information on language requirements

K1: Knowledge of HTML/CSS and JavaScript
K2: Knowledge of object-oriented programming (OOP)
K3: Knowledge of software development best practices
K4: Knowledge of common data structures and algorithms
K5: Knowledge of structured query language (SQL)

AB1: Ability to plan and organize
AB2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing
AB3: Ability to communicate effectively orally

PS1: Analytical Thinking
PS2: Client Focus
PS3: Effective interpersonal relationships
PS4: Innovative Thinking
PS5: Teamwork
PS6: Problem solving

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

AED1: Graduation with a degree (bachelor or higher level) from a recognized post-secondary educational program with a specialization in computer science or similar technical field of study.

Degree equivalency

AEX1: Experience using Micro-services

AEX2: Experience designing solutions using Open Source Software

AEX3: Experience designing cloud-based solutions using a cloud platform such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Azure

AEX4: Experience with version control and automated build tools

AEX5: Experience writing integration and unit tests

AK1: Knowledge of Agile philosophy and SCRUM methodology

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: persons with disabilities, women

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Secret security clearance

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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

You have the right to be assessed in the official language of your choice.

The process will include the following phases: Screening, Exam, Interview, and Reference Check.

Please note that written communication will be assessed in your application.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

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