The University of Ottawa is seeking a Junior Software Developer to join their Information Technology team. This role involves analyzing client requirements, designing and developing software solutions, and participating in the deployment of new applications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates client’s business and functional requirements to fully understand their needs. Focuses on solutions to improve systems and automation
• Designs, plans and coordinates effective software using appropriate tools and operating systems facilitating the function of the various departments, to increase their efficiency and productivity, and to reduce costs
• Develops effective program code, tests and provides documentation for new releases or application upgrades. Translates specifications document into effective program code. Assists in the provision of user documentation
• Participates in the installation of new software in alignment with established procedures and processes, and the integration the final product to existing software

Skills

• College degree in Computer Programming or university degree in Computer Science or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 0-3 years of experience in the development and implementation of system or software programs
• Familiarity with AI concepts and interest in applying them in real-world solutions
• Exposure to Microsoft 365, Power Platform (including Copilot Studio), Azure AI Services, Power BI, and Azure AI Foundry
• Ability to assist in building and testing simple applications or integrations
• Experience with: Python, JavaScript, NodeJS, ReactJS, SQL, Git
• Knowledge of prompt engineering or basic machine learning concepts
• Understanding of the University environment is an advantage
• Knowledge of University policies, guidelines and standards regarding system and software development and deployment
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing programs
• Analytical skills to diagnose debug and repair programming issues
• Ability to proactively keep abreast of new/emerging technologies
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to users
• Bilingualism English and French (spoken and written)

Benefits

• We have the technologies to keep your inner fires burning, and benefits that can help you sustain a better lifestyle.
• And all this minutes away from gyms, the Byward Market, downtown, and the Rideau Canal at lunch time for runners and skaters.

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