Location: Remote
Empire life is looking to hire a Software Developer to join our team!
Why pursue this opportunity
The environment - we understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to provide a supportive work environment that allows our employees to achieve both personal and professional goals.
Play an integral role - this is an opportunity that allows for you to grow your skills, while directly contributing to the business unit you are a part of.
The opportunity - collaborate with cross-functional teams and work on a variety of projects that will keep you engaged and continuously learning.
Have your voice heard - with a fresh perspective, we welcome those that can highlight opportunities for improvement. We encourage creative and innovative thinking and welcome candidates who are not afraid to challenge the status quo.
What you’ll be working on
Design and development of applications and API’s from Proof of Concept to production
Full stack application development, including front-end development with React.js and back-end programming in Python with Django and FastAPI.
Deliver tested and working software to production while working with the infrastructure, security and operations teams while we build Empire Life’s digital platform.
Proactively work with the Software Reliability Engineering (SRE) team to monitor applicable applications and services
Troubleshoot problems and ensure resolution of issues
Research and investigate improvements; analyze and provide findings and recommendations to management
Gain experience making real business process improvement through software development
Research and try out innovative solutions and approaches, challenge existing scenarios and brainstorm new techniques, including the investigation of new and emerging technologies (e.g. big data, Cloud platform features, AI)
Work remotely, but connected via Slack, chat, Google Hangouts, etc.
Participate in daily team hangouts
Our teams use agile software development and the latest DevOps tools including:
Slack - our team's main communications channel.
GitHub Actions
Google Cloud Platform including Serverless and Kubernetes.
Jira - planning and tracking work
Languages & Frameworks include: Python, Django, Flask, Javascript, Node.js, React.js,, Java and others.
Experience with writing and updating SQL queries and Database technology (Postgres or similar)
Understanding of OAuth2 for application and API security.
Empire life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and welcome everyone to participate in our application process. We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you don't believe you meet each unique qualification outlined. Applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.
Empire Life welcomes applications from people with disabilities and disabled people. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the screening and selection process. If you need this job posting in an alternative format or have any accessibility questions, please contact recruitment@empire.ca.
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