Developer - PowerBuilder

Our reputable client in Manitoba is seeking a Developer with experience in PowerBuilder to provide development services on an application enhancement project The duration of the engagement may be for up to a 24-month term. The 24-month term is anticipated to start with a 6-month initial term followed by an 18-month renewal.

 

Role Description

The Developer will have a minimum of six (6) years experience developing new application solutions, upgrading existing applications, and providing continued support to existing applications. The work may include analysis and design of application architecture, application development, application support, providing quality assurance and oversight to a team of developer resources. The role is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the portfolio of assigned applications for a department based on the requirements gathered, documented, and submitted by the business.

 

Responsibilities

• Provides detailed estimates effort for the software development life cycle

• Assesses service requests for validity and recommends solutions

• Works with Architects to ensure appropriate solutions and technology

• Defines development requirements and assists in the integration of third party tools/applications

• Participates in quality assurance activities, such as design and code reviews

• Reviews system and integration testing functions

• Develops application code, architecture, specifications and technical interfaces

• Tests and maintains functional and non-functional system components

• Analyzes data integrity issues with proposed and existing systems, recommends and implements solutions

• Implements additions and enhancements to existing applications

• Provides application support of existing system

• Participates in problem resolutions

• Documents application code and system configuration, along with software maintenance and administrative processes

• Contributes to the creation of technical and operational guides, transition and deployment documents, and change requests

• Other software developer duties as assigned

 

Mandatory Requirements
The Resource must have the following minimum qualifications or experience:

• Minimum of six (6) years of experience developing new application solutions, maintaining existing applications, and providing ongoing production support

• Extensive knowledge of data processing, n-tier technology platforms, and software applications in an enterprise environment

• Demonstrated understanding of systems networking, information security, relational databases, and web services design standards

• Experience in the development and implementation standards, procedures and guidelines to support operational processes

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Excellent listening skills

• Excellent communication skills; oral, written and presentation

 

Nice-to-have
It is preferred that the Resource has the following qualifications or experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in PowerBuilder development.

• Strong experience with SQL development.

• Experience working in large enterprise environment.

• 5+ years of experience with client-server business application development.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Proven consulting experience as a developer.

• Proficiency in English, both oral and written.

• 5+ years of experience in object oriented development or design.

• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and SQL Server stored procedures.

• Familiarity in migrating PowerBuilder applications.

• Experience in PowerBuilder/MSSQL application enhancements, file transfers and

creating interfaces to other systems.

• Familiarity with design patterns

• Knowledge of database design

If this role aligns with your expertise and interest, we invite you to apply today!

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.