Software Designer - Bahamas Service Delivery Group

Internal Job Title: Software Designer
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Location: Ottawa ON
Work Model: Hybrid

Position Summary

We are looking for a Software Designer to create detailed software design specifications and architectural blueprints for our suite of solutions for the Bahamas. You will work closely with software developers product managers and stakeholders to ensure that software solutions meet functional and technical requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills a deep understanding of system design principles and experience with software modeling tools.

Responsibilities

Software Design & Architecture

• Design system architecture and detailed component interactions.
• Develop wireframes UML diagrams and technical documentation to guide developers.
• Ensure software designs align with business requirements and scalability needs.
• Identify potential performance bottlenecks and security risks in software design.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Communication

• Work closely with developers to translate design concepts into working software.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to align software functionality with user experience.
• Communicate software designs to non-technical stakeholders and gather feedback.
• Participate in architectural reviews and design discussions.

Process Improvement & Best Practices

• Advocate for software development best practices including modularity reusability and scalability.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and company guidelines.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in software design and architecture.

Qualifications :

Education & Certifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related field.
• Certifications in software architecture or design (e.g. TOGAF UML Certification) are beneficial.

Experience

• 3 years of experience in software design
• 10 years of software development experience
• Experience with cloud-based architectures and API design.

Technical Concepts & Methodologies

• Software design principles (SOLID DRY KISS).
• UML modeling and system design diagrams.
• Microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Design patterns and best practices.

Technical Environment

• Modeling Tools: UML Visio Lucidchart.
• Programming Languages: Java Python JavaScript C# TypeScript.
• Architectural Patterns: MVC MVVM Microservices.
• Databases: PostgreSQL MySQL MongoDB Oracle.
• Cloud Services: AWS Azure Google Cloud.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
• Collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and focus on quality.

Mandatory Requirements

• Languages: Fluency in English (reading writing speaking)
• Travel: Ability to travel internationally approx. 1-2 weeks/year

Additional Information :

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other legally protected status.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals including women Indigenous Peoples persons with disabilities visible minorities and members of the 2SLGBTQ community. Our commitment to equity extends to all aspects of employment including recruitment hiring promotion compensation benefits training and development. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive barrier free selection process we ask that if you are contacted regarding the competition for this position you advise the interview coordinator or any accommodation measures you may require.

At CBN we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee brings to our organization and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and success and we strive to create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time