Job Description

JANA is focused on improving the integrity of gas distribution and gas transmission pipeline systems through the application of advanced risk modeling technologies. Our models and software are defensible and highly predictive, allowing gas pipeline operators to take actions to reduce risk in their systems. And our Integrity Data suite enables pipeline operators to finally capture their pipeline asset data and unlock the value associated with this data. An entrepreneurial company, we provide an exciting, dynamic and respectful work environment where you will be an important contributor to the JANA Team. Our Mission at JANA is \xe2\x80\x9cBetter Pipelines for a Better World\xe2\x80\x9d \xe2\x80\x93 we are true believers and inspire our employees to join us in this Mission!

JANA has a progressive culture of personal and professional growth. With a vested interest in each employee\xe2\x80\x99s professional growth and continuous improvement as an individual, JANA supports professional development, continuous education, industry participation and technical accreditations. Other Perks that come with joining the JANA Family include:

• High-energy Collaborative Environment: JANA combines the energy of a start-up software organization with the discipline of a precision engineering firm.
• Regular Social Events: Join the entire JANA Team for fun online Social Events like our Weekly Kahoot and Beer Club\xe2\x80\xa6 even an Easter Egg Hunt! We also like to get together for in-person events such as our Annual Birthday Bonspiel, Ice Cream Parties, Holiday events, and our annual Company Picnic!
• Best-in-Class Benefits: JANA offers all employees a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability coverage, as well as our great Wellness Benefit!! JANA also provides employees with the opportunity to get support with mental wellness, through our great Employee Assistance Program.
• Giving Back: JANA is dedicated to giving back to our community. We hold an annual food drive for the Aurora Foodbank and have become one of their top contributors!
• JANA promotes a healthy work-life balance: Through our comprehensive vacation program, floater days, and a hybrid work environment, JANA employees are able to take time to rest and rejuvenate!

Director, Software Centre of Excellence

JANA is looking for a driven individual to lead our Software Engineering Centre of Excellence. The centre\xe2\x80\x99s remit is to elevate JANA\xe2\x80\x99s Software Development operation by designing and propagating practices including software pipeline, QA, technical documentation, and coding standards. The strategic outcome of this work is to improve development velocity, enhance quality, achieve appropriate audit standards for software development, and provide benefits across the entire SDLC including implementation and production support. This is a Level III role is responsible for cultivating a multi-year plan and building a team to execute on key initiatives including DevOps and Automated QA.

Organizational Leadership:

• Accountable for fulfilment of the remit for the Software Engineering Centre of Excellence.
• Manage JANA\xe2\x80\x99s Staff Developer team.
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• Recruit Level II lead for DevOps and drive the planning for JANA\xe2\x80\x99s DevOps practice.
• Recruit Level II lead for Automated QA and drive the planning for JANA\xe2\x80\x99s QA practice.
• Oversee audit-related practices including management of technical debt, SBOM, and development standards.
• Provide business cases for appropriate future staffing, tools, and initiatives.
• Propagate practices across all product development.
• Collaborate with CTO, Product Management, Development Managers, Software Architect, and others across JANA.
• Technical RFP contributions in collaboration with Product Management.
• Own software partner relationships including ESRI, Google Android, Microsoft and Hexacta.
• Advise on Software Developer recruitment and training in collaboration with HR function.

Technical Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience leading software development teams in a collaborative and matrix organization.
• Excellent business acumen and cross functional expertise.
• Understanding of the principles underlying software development pipelines and QA. Demonstrated success in
• leading teams in these areas is an asset.

Required Skills:

• The JANA Way: Functions in alignment with JANA\'s Values and Professional Culture.
• Inspires Others: Leads by example and inspires the JANA team in a positive, high-performance way, demonstrating passion for the business and giving our people a reason to believe anything is possible.
• Drives Innovation: Generates new or unique solutions and embraces new ideas that help sustain our business.
• Acts like an Owner: Delivers results, creating value for our brand, our business, our customers, and key stakeholders.
• Managerial Courage: Provides direct, honest, and fair feedback and related actions.
• Smart Risk: Makes bold decisions and recommendations but never at the client\xe2\x80\x99s expense nor professionally irresponsible.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with others to achieve positive results.
• Analytical Thinking: Summarizes information concisely and clearly identifies key elements, patterns, results, or relationships; utilizes data to draw conclusions and make fact-based decisions.
• Performance Driven and Accountable: Has high performance standards and outperforms peers.
• Fast/Agile: Removes barriers to move faster, experiments and adapts, thrives under pressure and fast pace.

JANA is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process; in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please let us know if you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. By applying for a position with JANA, you understand that offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of check performed is determined by the role and JANA\xe2\x80\x99s employment policies. Checks may include any of the following: employment verification, employment references, SIN validation, education verification, criminal records check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and/or credit check. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks you are required to complete.

We thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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