As per the current Public Health Orders (Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for the BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

--JavaScript Developer --
BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS
Epidemiology and Population Health

JOB: Work as part of a team supporting all aspects of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, designing, planning, implementing testing and maintaining for databases used by the BC-CfE Epidemiology and Population Health Program The Software Developer is supervised by the Database Design and Development Lead.

ORGANIZATION: The BC-CfE is a world-renowned HIV/AIDS Centre with innovative, low barrier approach to healthcare delivery in clinical practice and an integrated group of research concentrations in Laboratory Sciences, Clinical Trials, Population Health and Epidemiology, Health Economics and Professional Education Programs. A multidisciplinary team of clinicians including Physicians, Nurses, Social Workers and Peers and researchers including Health Economists, Epidemiologists, Clinical Researchers, Statisticians, Programmers, and Data Analysts work collaboratively to improve the health of British Columbians with HIV and communities facing socio-economic barriers in accessing healthcare.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Contribute to requirements gathering and analysis, design, development, planning, implementation, testing and maintenance of software applications, and large epidemiological databases.
Design, document, perform unit testing and maintain web based applications using JavaScript and related front end technologies, ensuring superior performance, quality and responsiveness.
Contribute to development and implementation of systems for data storage and access, ensuring the accuracy, integrity and confidentiality of patient data.
Participate in team quality development activities including cross-functional code walkthroughs/reviews.
Ensure a high level of service is provided to a diverse user base and team members by delivering strong, effective solutions.
Respond to and resolve software and hardware issues/queries.
Performs other duties as required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or related field, and a minimum of two (2) years recent related work experience Experience developing in JavaScript and related technologies. Strong development experience and knowledge of front-end web technologies (JavaScript).

Demonstrated knowledge of Javascript testing frameworks such as Mocha.
Demonstrated skill in the Node environment and Node Package Manager (NPM)
Demonstrated ability in the use of Git and Visual Studio.
Demonstrated knowledge of Oracle database concepts and SQL including ability to retrieve and post SQL data.
Ability to troubleshoot, maintain computer systems, and carry out various procedures.
Demonstrated analytical skills to evaluate, modify and adjust procedure to meet/improve standards.
Demonstrated ability to quickly troubleshoot and rectify problems.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize projects, make decisions and recognize situations needing input from senior staff.
Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a group situation.
Ability to plan and perform work independently.
Strong verbal and written communications skills, including technical writing skills.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Please include in your letter of submission:

Resume and cover letter
Links to development projects porfolio, if available.

BENEFITS: Employee benefits include Medical, Extended Health, Dental, Group Life Insurance, and Pension as well as accrued vacation and sick time.

STATUS: This is a temporary full-time position for one year with the possibility of extension

JOB START DATE: As soon as possible

SALARY: Commensurate with qualification and experience

LOCATION: BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS, Vancouver, BC.

CONTACT:
c/o HR Coordinator, BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS, Vancouver, BC
e-mail:careers@bccfe.ca

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until the position is filled

Please note: Only Canadian Citizens, legal residents or residents with a legal work permit will be considered.

Status

This is a temporary full-time position for one year with the possibility of extension

Deadline

Until filled

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Work as part of a team supporting all aspects of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, designing, planning, implementing testing and maintaining for databases used by the BC-CfE Epidemiology and Population Health Program The Software Developer is supervised by the Database Design and Development Lead.

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--JavaScript Developer --
BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS
Epidemiology and Population Health

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