Software Developer I

at  Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba

The Software Developer I position is an entry level position in Application Services. Software Developer I’s are responsible for assisting in the design, development, integration, implementation, maintenance and support of custom software solutions. Software Developer I’s are also responsible for assisting in the customization, integration, implementation, maintenance, and support of packaged software/services solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Two (2) year Diploma in Computers or four (4) year Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from a recognized post-secondary institution, preferably from a program that has been accredited by CIPS (Canadian Information Processing Society)
Three (3) months of experience building and supporting computer systems, preferably using development tools, methods, and techniques similar to those used by the WCB IT department.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships both within and outside WCB
Ability to accurately interpret and execute complex technical instructions and apply analytical, problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure within tight deadlines
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to communicate proficiently in both official languages (English & French) is an asset, but is not required

Assists with Analysis & Design

• The Software Developer I assists more senior IT staff with the following duties:
• Uses prototyping or other simulation techniques to evaluate and confirm requirements
• Creates and applies analysis documents (e.g. models) as per departmental standards, guidelines, and practices to document the structure and function of systems
• Creates and applies design documents (e.g. models) as per departmental standards, guidelines, and practices to document and refine the structure and function of systems
• Analyzes the requirements for purchased software to determine how it should be configured and customized.
• Prepare software specifications for development staff
• Participates in quality assurance activities, such as reviews

Assists with Construction

• The Software Developer I assists more senior IT staff with the following duties:
• Create, modify, and assemble program code to meet requirements and specifications
• Configures and customizes purchased software
• Test applications to ensure requirements are met
• Produce documentation
• Applies appropriate programming methods and adheres to standards
• Participates in quality assurance activities, such as reviews

Assists with Support and Maintain Business Applications

• The Software Developer I assists more senior IT staff with the following duties:
• Provides technical support for existing Computer Applications, which includes problem analysis/resolution, performance tuning and handling requests from other functional areas within the WCB.
• Works with software vendors to resolve problems with their products
• Monitor application performance, availability, reliability, and security
• Provide technical expertise to IT and other WCB staff in the use of application development technology and tools
• Applies appropriate programming methods and adheres to standards
• Meet published Service Level Agreements and other targets

Quality Assurance and Control

• Create and maintain test documentation as per standards and guidelines
• Identifies test strategy for projects
• Identifies test scope, tests, procedures for projects
• Plan, prepare data, perform, and verify unit, integration, system, performance, scalability, benchmark, and user acceptance testing.
• Review work products and ensure standards and guidelines are adhered to

Performs other duties as assigned.