Job Description

Description :

Who we are:

Meridian's dedication to helping Canadians goes beyond banking, it's about achieving a better life! Thriving communities are essential to the individual well-being of our Members and the overall well-being of Canadians.

At Meridian, we're committed to providing exceptional banking, services, security, and advice so our Members can get everything they want from their money, and their lives!

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Purpose of the Job:

The Programming & Development (P&D) team is tasked with developing, integrating and maintaining the software components and applications of Meridian's technology and infrastructure. The P&D function involves working closely with the Team Lead, Programmer/Analysts and our partners in Business Analysis/Quality Assurance and Infrastructure to develop quality solutions.

The Programmer/Analyst serves as a resource on corporate projects by completing the design and programming for all application software initiatives. This includes the maintenance of Meridian's Ovation banking system as well as the implementation of vendor software packages, creation of custom in-house applications, enhancements to existing applications, application maintenance, and upgrades.

Key Accountabilities:

Design and Development

• Perform a variety of complex technical tasks, including design, architecture, programming, maintenance, unit testing, and documentation of software solutions, web-based technology and shared multidimensional data solutions
• Contribute to the ongoing development, documentation and maintenance of programming and system integration standards
• Design, implement, and maintain the components required for complex application features
• Integrate third party software into existing applications and infrastructure
• Adhere to any and all regulatory and audit requirements in any solution or work provided
• Provide input on project deliverables, including time and cost estimates
• Research and Technical Assessment / Support
• Provide consultation/best advice to achieve optimal technological solutions and tools that support and enable our internal business partners
• Consult with other team members in a technical capacity on projects and initiatives
• Identify potential risks to Members and the Enterprise
• Investigate and make recommendations on new technologies that increase efficiencies
• Resolve complex technical issues, conduct research and identify product and service innovations
• Support the Business Analysis, Service Desk and Quality Assurance groups by providing technical expertise when needed

Communication

• Collaborate with multiple groups including Business Analysts, Quality Assurance, Project Management Office, Network Technology and Operations to develop and integrate software solutions
• Work closely with the Team Lead, and Manager, Programming and Development, to create and align the vision for new software directions
• Articulate complex solutions to a variety of audiences Strong knowledge of relational databases and client-server concepts
• A solid understanding of financial tools and the banking sector is a definite asset

Skills

• Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and plan workload, multi-task, meet deadlines and adjust plans to changing needs
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs with innovative solutions
• Capable of working independently
• Flexible, creative, with the ability to plan, and drive issues through to solution
• Ability to make decisions and recommendations to multi-discipline groups
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service, and interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated self-starter who is hands-on, pragmatic and results-oriented

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 4-5 years of application development experience in corporate environment
• Degree or diploma in computer science or related field with emphasis on Web development
• A strong knowledge of software development processes, analysis, design, tools and techniques
• Experience with relational database systems
• Experience building RESTful APIs using .NET Core for building connected, service-oriented applications
• Experience in building frontend application using Angular and SASS
• A strong understanding of financial tools and the banking sector is a definite asset
• Knowledge of SOA and n-Tier architecture.

Experience the Difference!

Meridian is committed to promoting an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to employing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities and Members in which we live and serve.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Thank you for your interest in Meridian Credit Union.

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