ICM Intermediate Software Developer (Computer Services Officer 3)

About Us

At CSDS, we prioritize people—both within our team and in the communities we serve. Our mission is to redefine how Nova Scotians engage with government by creating accessible, reliable digital solutions centered around user needs.

In today’s tech-driven world, CSDS empowers government departments with essential digital solutions to meet Nova Scotians’ expectations. As a trusted partner across government, we enable departments to fulfill their mandates with secure, user-friendly services. From healthcare and education to public safety, we collaborate to transform how services are designed and delivered.

We don’t just implement technology; we modernize outdated systems and reimagine processes. Our agile, data-driven approach ensures that digital services are both efficient and adaptable to Nova Scotia’s evolving needs.

Joining CSDS means contributing to work that makes a real difference. From providing vital tech support to healthcare professionals to strengthening cybersecurity and developing scalable digital platforms, you’ll play a key role in building a more inclusive, responsive government for Nova Scotians.

Together, we’re setting new standards for digital public service, delivering resilient solutions that meet today’s needs—and anticipate tomorrow’s challenges.

About Our Opportunity

Are you a skilled developer looking to make a meaningful impact through public service? Join our team as an Intermediate .NET Developer, where you will contribute to the development and support of a large-scale, custom-built application that helps deliver essential services to citizens. You will  work in a collaborative, agile environment alongside experienced professionals, with opportunities to grow your technical skills and contribute to high-impact projects. 

The successful candidate will collaborate with other developers on the team to support a large custom developed .NET application using primarily ASP.NET and Oracle PL/SQL. They will also contribute to regularly scheduled projects that will enhance and expand capabilities and services that align with business needs and government standards.

Primary Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain components of a major government application using ASP.NET and Oracle PL/SQL.
• Participate in agile development cycles to enhance system functionality and improve user experience.
• Collaborate with senior developers, product managers, and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Write secure, maintainable, and high-quality code, tests, and documentation.
• Support production operations and troubleshoot issues to ensure system reliability.
• Contribute to data migration, conversion, and extraction tasks using SQL.
• Assist in implementing API integrations with other government systems.
• Participate in code reviews and design discussions to improve solution quality.
• Learn and apply government standards for security, accessibility, and performance.
• Engage in continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team.

Qualifications and Experience

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology and a minimum of three (3) years of related experience.
  OR
• Graduation from a recognized Information Technology program and a minimum of three and a half (3.5) years of related experience.
  OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  
  

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in .NET, ASP.NET, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, JSON, and Razor Pages (ASP.NET Core).
• Experience with relational databases such as Oracle or Microsoft SQL, and PL/SQL or T-SQL.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented principles, design patterns, and responsive UI/UX design.
• Familiarity with microservices, REST/SOAP APIs, and integration architectures.
• Exposure to tools like Ansible, SonarQube, Jenkins, Bamboo.
• Experience working in Agile environments using tools like Azure DevOps, JIRA, GitHub, GitLab.

Core Competencies:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Effective time management and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Comfortable working remotely using Microsoft 365, Teams, Skype, Zoom, and other collaboration tools.

Equivalency

At the Department of Cyber Security & Digital Solutions (CSDS), we highly value the diversity of experiences and educational backgrounds as key contributors to our team's success and innovation. Recognizing that talent and capability can be developed in many ways, we are committed to considering an equivalent combination of education, certifications, and practical experience for all our positions.

For positions requiring a bachelor’s degree and a specific number of years of related experience, we are open to candidates who can demonstrate that their education/training and/or experience equip them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to excel in the role.

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.  For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Additional Information

This is a TERM employment opportunity with anticipated end date of April 1, 2027. The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.