Software Developer- Drupal

Location: Remote- Canada

Empire life is looking to hire a Software Developer to join our Development team! Empire Life is looking for people who have strong technical skills and interest in conquering the digital space within the insurance field. By joining Empire Life today you’ll be exposed to growth and career development opportunities while working on exciting and innovative projects leveraging modern toolsets and technology. Think working for a life insurance company is nothing but legacy code and stuffy old offices? Think again. At Empire Life, we are transforming a company with a proud Canadian heritage into a FinTech leader.

Why pursue this opportunity

• Our mission - make insurance, investments and benefits simple, fast and easy for our customers.
• Join a transforming business - we are a medium-sized Canadian company in a stable industry which is rapidly transforming.
• Impactful work - get the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have a positive impact on our customers, our company, and society as a whole.
• Hone your skills - this is an opportunity that allows for you to grow your technical, and functional skills.

What you’ll be working on

• Software development (“coding”) of high quality, production ready applications and API’s
• Implementation of a Design System across our public facing websites, ensuring a consistent user experience and intuitive user journey
• Deliver working software to production while working with the infrastructure, security and operations teams (aka DevOps) while we build Empire Life’s digital platform.
• Contribute to automated testing with unit, functional and behavioural testing
• Proactively work with internal network and security teams to monitor applicable applications and services
• Troubleshoot problems and ensure resolution of issues
• Research and investigate improvements; analyze and provide findings and recommendations to management

What we’re looking for you to have

• Experience with Drupal or other CMS platforms
• Passion for front-end development and experience collaborating with Design and Marketing teams
• In-depth advanced knowledge in full stack software development and basic knowledge of related disciplines such as database design, user experience, visual design, or infrastructure design
• Programming language proficiency in HTML, Javascript, CSS, PHP, React. Knowledge of Python, Node.js, Java is a bonus.
• Ability to think logically, analyze and solve problems, prioritize multiple tasks and projects, and to pivot effectively to meet challenges, work independently and as a team member
• Well-developed communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated capability to manage all forms of stakeholder and client communication, lead discussions with technical and business teams.
• Completion of a University degree, college diploma, technical training, and/or equivalent experience
• If you are applying for a position which is open to applicants across Canada, unless otherwise indicated in the position, language proficiency in English is required for communicating with customers, advisors, or employees across Canada.

Beyond the salary

For regular full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

• Competitive salaries with annual pay increases
• Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions
• Competitive uncapped commission for sales positions
• A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package that includes life insurance, disability, health and dental and a generous health account
• Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.
• Four weeks annual vacation from hire date
• A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching
• Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave
• Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs
• A cash employee referral program

To learn more about working at Empire Life, visit https://www.empire.ca/workatempire.

Get to know us

Empire life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and welcome everyone to participate in our application process. We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you don't believe you meet each unique qualification outlined. Applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Empire Life welcomes applications from people with disabilities and disabled people. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the screening and selection process. If you need this job posting in an alternative format or have any accessibility questions, please contact recruitment@empire.ca .