Junior Software Developer

COVID 19 On-Campus Requirements

Prior to May 1 2022 the University required all students faculty staff and visitors (including contractors) to declare their COVID-19 vaccination status and provide proof that they were fully vaccinated or had an approved accommodation to engage in in-person University activities. These requirements were suspended effective May 1 2022 but the University may reinstate them at any point.

About Queens University

Queens University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. Here the employment experience is as diverse as it is interesting. We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research faculty administration engineering & construction athletics & recreation power generation corporate shared services and many more.

We are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from individuals from equity seeking groups such as women racialized/visible minorities Indigenous/Aboriginal peoples persons with a disability persons who identify in the LGBTQ community and others who reflect the diversity of Canadian society.

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Job Summary

A Brief Overview
Are you ready to dive into the exciting realm of educational technology Join IT Services innovative Education Technology (EdTech) team at Queens University where we enhance teaching and learning for students faculty and researchers.

As a Junior Software Developer you will collaborate with experienced colleagues to develop and maintain educational solutions utilizing industry-standard web technologies cloud platforms and custom applications. Whether you are working with Java PHP Drupal Microsoft Power Platform or various cloud solutions your contributions will significantly impact our university community. This position programs maintains develops and supports various databases applications websites and/or systems. This position designs codes tests and debugs programs and/or applications. This position also revises procedures and documentation to describe program development logic coding and corrections. A flexible attitude and a willingness to learn new technologies are essential for adopting the right tools and providing effective solutions. This will ensure your success in developing and maintaining secure accessible applications tailored for both students and staff.

We seek candidates who are eager to adopt new technologies and have a keen interest in educational technologies. Essential experience includes proficiency in web technologies (HTML CSS JavaScript PHP React and Django) and/or experience in Java application development. Hands-on proficiency with Drupal is valued and competency in low-code environments like Microsofts Power Platform and Salesforce is an asset. Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as AWS Azure or Google Cloud will be beneficial.

Your ability to thrive in a collaborative environment will be vital as you contribute to a culture of teamwork and shared success. Join us in making a difference through technologyapply now and help us redefine the future of education at Queens University!

Job Description

What you will do
Programs maintains develops and supports various databases applications websites and/or systems.
Designs codes tests and debugs programs and/or applications.
Modifies and enhances existing programs and/or systems to meet user needs.
Provides detailed instructions and documentation on system operations.
Revises procedures and documentation to describe program development logic coding and corrections.
Provides technical support to users.
Monitors security issues within the unit.
Other duties as required in support of the department and/or unit.

Required Education
Three-year Community College Diploma or Three-Year Bachelor Degree or equivalent. In addition requires trade certification qualification or on-going learning to remain ahead of changes in technology or emerging fields.

Required Experience
More than 2 years and up to and including 3 years of experience.
Experience with scripting languages considered an asset (e.g. HTML CSS PHP Javascript maxscript mel etc.).
Experience with programming languages considered an asset (e.g. C C C# Objective-C Java Python ASP Perl .NET HTML5 CSS Assembler FORTRAN etc.).
Experience with software and web technologies considered an asset (e.g. ServiceNow Customer Relationship Management (CRM) other software packaging etc.).
Consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Knowledge and Requirements
Practical and applied knowledge of specialized methods and processes that are typically acquired through a combination of technical or academic qualification and/or work experience.
Provide consultation and advice on non-straightforward and/or complex issues.
Interaction with others typically requires interpersonal skills and the ability to understand and influence.
Adapt messages to meet the needs of the intended audience.
Build relationships trust and credibility.
Manage own work and may train and review the work of casual employees work study students and/or volunteers to see commitments through to completion.
Contribute to setting work priorities and direction supporting the team in achieving goals and objectives.
Participate in project team meetings and develop individual project plans.
Lead procedural or technological change within a unit.
Identify new problems and seek information and input to fully understand the cause of problems.
Identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of work processes.
Draw logical conclusions and provides opinions and recommendations.
Research equity diversity accessibility and inclusion resources and best practices relevant to the job and unit operations in order to inform evidence-based planning.
Commitment to principles of equity diversity accessibility inclusion Indigenization and human rights for equity deserving groups.

Employment Equity and Accessibility Statement

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queens is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women visible minorities Aboriginal Peoples persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

The University provides support in its recruitment processes to all applicants who require accommodation due to a protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code including those with disabilities. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources at .