ICT Specialist - Software Development

Overview

The ICT Specialist - Software Development will contribute to the evolution and maintenance of DCO's software platforms, participating in the full software development lifecycle and supporting user issues and reporting.

Tasks Summary

• Design, develop, and implement new features and modules.
• Analyze and develop solutions for reported issues.
• Utilize frontend and backend technologies for full-stack development.
• Design and develop APIs for integration with other systems.
• Develop AI-enabled applications.
• Analyze existing applications for improvements.
• Develop and integrate data visualizations and dashboards.
• Collaborate with the development team.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Provide technical support to application administrators and data managers.
• Leverage cloud platforms and tools.
• Stay informed about software development trends.
• Assist with Dev-ops tasks.

Experience Requirements

• Relevant experience in database-driven web application development and maintenance.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in developing with object-oriented JavaScript and JavaScript-based libraries, in particular Typescript, Node.JS or ReactJS.
• Experience in developing with Node.js, Python, or other web application frameworks.
• Experience developing with SQL-based open-source databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL.
• Experience with AI-enabled app development (Azure Foundry, MCP Servers, Copilot Studio, Rovo or others).
• Experience in software testing, including frameworks and/or techniques such as dependency injection, Jest, Mocha, or Cypress is desirable.
• Experience in code versioning, in particular Git workflow is an asset.
• Experience in the development of web API services and their utilization is an asset.
• Experience in developing in a Linux environment is desirable.
• Experience in managing dependencies, deployment, and development workflow is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in web development projects in a consulting or professional services environment, working with cross-functional teams.
• Experience working on projects using an agile framework is an asset.
• Experience with devops, in particular Kubernetes and Docker is desirable.
• Experience with Azure and other cloud services.
• Experience in developing web applications in other programming languages would be beneficial.
• Experience working with AI (Azure Open AI, Azure AI Foundry) and/or AI scripting languages is desirable.
• Experience in integrating vector data and maps with various platforms is an asset.
• Experience working as or closely with a UX/UI designer is an asset.
• Experience working with the public or not-for-profit sector would be an asset.

Qualification Requirements

• An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) preferably in information technology, information systems, information management, web development, database, engineering, or in a field related to the post description, with 5 (five) years of relevant experience is required;
• OR A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent), preferably in information technology, information systems, information management, web development, database, engineering, or in a field related to the post description, with 7 (seven) years of relevant experience is required;
• OR A Secondary school diploma (or high school equivalent) with eleven (11) years of relevant experience is required.

Other Details

Languages Required: • English Fluent Required

Languages Preferred: • Arabic Intermediate Desirable • French Intermediate Desirable • Spanish Intermediate Desirable • Chinese, Mandarin Intermediate Desirable • Russian Intermediate Desirable

Contract Duration: 3 months with the possibility of extension subject to business needs, satisfactory performance, and funds availability.

Work Modality: Home based, / REMOTE, REMOTE

Remuneration: