The Team
The Information Services Division is a team of innovative technology leaders providing crucial IM/IT services to both the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction and the Ministry of Children and Family Development. We are committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and creative problem-solving is encouraged. SDPR’s Application Modernization Program (AMP) is aimed at advancing the modernization of the Ministry’s core Management Information System (MIS). The MIS mainframe is integral to various business functions, including the processing of income assistance applications, eligibility assessments, benefit calculations, payment distribution, and financial management. The objective is to transition the existing mainframe-based functionality to modern infrastructure and applications.

The Role
In this role, you will contribute to developing and delivering scalable data pipelines in a continuous deployment environment. You will be developing both front-end (user interface) and back-end (database) solutions on a variety of platforms. You will collaborate with diverse teams to design, analyze, and implement applications that meet user needs. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where different perspectives shape innovative data strategies, providing input to design and implementation of data warehouse architecture. The Junior Full Stack Developer plays a key role in modernizing the Ministry's legacy systems, working closely with a diverse, cross-functional team under the guidance of the Senior Full Stack Developer. This role involves designing and developing modern applications, managing both front-end and back-end tasks, and ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. The developer is committed to fostering an inclusive environment by incorporating diverse perspectives and feedback throughout the development process. Additionally, they collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to ensure the new systems are accessible and meet the needs of all users, reflecting the Ministry’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. The developer also contributes to system documentation, user training, and ongoing system refinement to support continuous improvement.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s degree in an Information Technology/Information Management field and 6 months of experience; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in an Information Technology/Information Management field and 1 year of experience; OR
• Diploma in an Information Technology/Information Management field plus 2 years of experience, experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related experience includes the following:

• Experience with Java, and/or Python for developing applications, or building APIs.
• Experience with the development on the cloud environments, AWS, Azure, GCP.
• Experience with version control technologies such as subversion and Git and/or development in an open-source environment.
• Experience working in a team-environment.
  

Preferences may be given to candidates with the following:

• Experience with Event Driven Architecture.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code Tools (IaC), including Terraform.
• Experience working with distributed systems.
• Experience with developing applications in a highly secure environment.
• Experience with agile software development methodologies.
• More than two years of hands-on software development experience (e.g., co-op or volunteer).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Rakshitha.Ramanath@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until October 31, 2025. This position may be extended.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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