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Senior Systems Developer, DevOps - 12 months

Co-operators1 day ago
Hybrid
Guelph, ON
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Training and development opportunities
Flexible work options
Physical and mental health programs

About the role

Company: CGL
Department: Digital and Advisor Technology
Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time (12 months)
Work Model: Hybrid
Language: This role operates in English.
Additional Information: This/these role(s) is/are currently vacant

The Opportunity:

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients and our communities.

We are driving a transformation in the insurance industry, one that leverages our cooperative values and builds a digital enterprise that stands out in an increasingly crowded digital world. Our Digital & Advisor Technology team uses the same state-of-the-art technology, development practices and processes as leaders in the market and helps you grow your career by supporting you with a culture that makes it easier to get things done. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients, our company and our higher social purpose.

As the Senior Systems Developer you will be a driving member of an integral team responsible for developing system-based solutions by formulating programs, developing and maintaining codes and documenting processes for consistency and continuous improvement. You will contribute to a range of highly complex and diverse team initiatives and provide training and support to the members of your team.

Technologies you have experience with:

  • CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, etc.)

  • Version control (Git): branching strategies, pull requests, code review

  • Scripting & automation (Node.js, Bash, Python)

  • Salesforce platform development (Apex, Lightning Web Components, Visualforce)

  • Automated testing & quality: Apex tests, code coverage, static analysis tools

  • Metadata & CLI deployments (Salesforce CLI, Metadata API)

  • Release orchestration & environment management (sandboxes, scratch orgs, org strategies)

  • Integrations (REST/SOAP APIs, middleware like MuleSoft or similar)

  • Containerization (docker, kubernetes)

How you will create impact:

  • Leading the process of developing a cohesive plan to determine technologies and options for a working solution.

  • Developing new code and leveraging existing code to implement system features of medium to large complexity.

  • Creating an implementation and troubleshooting plan for a single system.

  • Identifying and recommending solutions for application defects, determining root causes and minimizing the introduction of new defects.

  • Performing unit testing and project management activities for small to medium sized initiatives, leading system development project teams and providing guidance to junior team members.

To join our team:

  • 5+ years of experience in Information Technology or a related field.
  • Post-secondary education in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • Strong knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation.
  • Experience with Salesforce development (Apex, Lightning Web Components, Visualforce).
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Node.js, Bash, Python).
  • Understanding of insurance industry standards and compliance (an asset).

How you will succeed:

  • You have an innovative mindset to improve operational efficiencies and ability to influence change, with a primary focus on client needs.

  • You use critical thinking skills to recognize assumptions, evaluate arguments, draw conclusions and proactively propose solutions.

  • You have strong communication skills to clearly convey messages and explore diverse points of view.

  • You build trusting relationships and provide guidance to support the development of colleagues.

What you need to know:

  • You will travel occasionally.

  • You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.

What’s in it for you?

  • Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
  • Flexible work options to support personal and family needs.
  • A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.
  • Volunteer opportunities to give back to your community.

About Co-operators

Financial Services
5001-10,000

As a leading Canadian financial services co-operative, Co-operators offers multi-line insurance and wealth products, services, and advice to build financial strength and security. With over $56 billion in assets under management, we provide financial solutions and security through property and casualty (P&C) insurance, life insurance, wealth management, institutional asset management and brokerage operations. We are governed by member organizations, including co-operative organizations, credit union centrals and representative farm organizations.

We are rooted in the idea that together, we are stronger, safer, and more resilient. Our vision to be a catalyst for a sustainable society is reflected in everything we do, including our community investment programs, strategic partnerships, and active volunteerism. We champion and fund the development of community-oriented co-operatives and social enterprises, invest for positive impact, and work hard to contribute to communities across Canada by supporting financial literacy, mental health, flood safety, and sustainability initiatives and programming.

With over 600 locations across the country, over 6,000 employees and a dedicated financial advisor network of over 2,500 licensed insurance representatives, we remain true to our roots: putting the needs of our clients and our communities first.

Our response to COVID-19 As an essential service, we took immediate steps to ensure the health and safety of our people, clients, and communities. We’re following the direction of Health Canada as we roll out a phased return to corporate and local offices across the country. If you have applied for a posted role, a recruiter will be in touch with an update. Currently, all interviews are being conducted remotely.