Programmer Analyst

What we offer:

Group Summary:

Position Summary:

The Programmer Analyst’s role is to define, develop, test, analyze, and maintain existing and new software applications in support of the achievement of business requirements. This includes writing, coding, testing, and analyzing software programs and applications. The Programmer Analyst will also research, design, document, and modify software specifications throughout the production life cycle. The individual will apply proven communication, analytical and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate and resolve systems issues to maximize and continually improve Formet’s Information Systems.

Who we are looking for:

• College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science, information systems, or software engineering, and/or equivalent work experience
• Experience with multiple computer programming languages (ex: JavaScript, C#, Python, C++, Java, Visual Basic, .NET Framework).
• Experience with SQL Server, MySQL and Postgres databases
• Experience interviewing end-users for insight on functionality, interface, problems, and/or usability issues.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Working with database management systems (NoSQL, Postgres) to extract, transform, load framework.
• Managing timelines and projects skills, with the capability to prioritize and multitask as needed.
• Maintain extremely high ethical standards regarding all sensitive data that you may be exposed to.
• Continuously challenge past practices by actively exploring and implementing new solutions and methodologies to improve the quality and time to market of our product and services to the company.
• Produce a top-quality product on time and ensure that it meets or exceeds our customer’s needs.
• Collaborate with developers, programmers, and designers in conceptualizing and development of new software programs and applications.
• Liaise with Systems Administrator, to assist in resolving problems with software products or company software systems.
• Analyze and assess existing business systems and procedures.
• Assist in the definition, development, and documentation of software’s business requirements, objectives, deliverables, and specifications on a project-by-project basis in collaboration with internal users and departments.
• Assist in defining software development project plans, including scoping, scheduling, and implementation.
• Research, identify, analyze, and fulfill requirements of all internal and external program users.
• Consistently write, translate, and code software programs and applications according to specifications.
• Write programming scripts to enhance functionality and/or performance of company applications as necessary.
• Design, run and monitor software performance tests on new and existing programs for the purposes of correcting errors, isolating areas for improvement, and general debugging.
• Administer critical analysis of test results and deliver solutions to problem areas.
• Generate statistics and write reports for management and/or team members on the status of the programming process.
• Develop and maintain user manuals and guidelines.
• Train end users to operate new or modified programs.
• Conduct research on emerging application development software products, languages, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts.
• Liaise with vendors for efficient implementation of new software products or systems and for resolution of any adaptation issues.
• Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements and upgrades.
• Manage and/or provide guidance to junior team members.
• Support continuous improvement through idea generation and application development.
• Fully utilize the departmental Helpdesk Application by diligently adhering to project dates.
• Communicate effectively with non-technical staff and with members of interdisciplinary teams.
• Flex and adapt regarding learning and understanding new technologies.
• Conduct research into software-related issues and products.
• Prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Perform other duties as designated.

Salary Team Member Benefits:

• Weekly pay via direct deposit.
• Overtime (1.5x) after 44 hours worked.
• Vacation entitlement:
  • 2 weeks of paid vacation (3 weeks after 3 years) + 4 company paid holidays + 2x ½ days = 15 days annually.
  • Option to bank your overtime to earn up to an extra 5 days of paid time off (approved in the same manner as vacation time) (27 hours x 1.5 = 40 hours).
• Medical and dental benefits after 1 month of employment.
• Free onsite physiotherapy.
• Free on-site counselling.
• Magna will contribute an amount equal to 3% of regular earnings every week to your retirement savings (MBC program).
• Profit sharing paid in the second quarter of every year (EEPPP Program).
• Matched GRRSP.
• Company paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D).
• Optional group life insurance and critical illness insurance for self and spouse.
• Safety shoe, prescription safety glasses and custom molded earplug allowance.
• Company paid uniforms (if you choose to use).
• Company BBQ, holiday parties and company events.
• Corporate social responsibility initiatives - 6k for water walk, support local charities (Hospice of Elgin, Adopt a Family (12 in total), STEGH), Children’s Health Foundation and many more).
• Magna Service Award Program.
• Roger’s and Bell cellphone data plan available – as low as $50/month!
• Subsidized cafeteria with daily specials including hot vegetarian options – we are known for our amazing cafeteria! Free coffee, juice, and tea.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Employee discounts: new vehicles, amusement parks, etc.
• Plant-wide continuous improvement program: 2024 bonus = $1890
• You get to work with a FANTASTIC Team! One Team, One Formet!

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