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We're on a mission to ensure that all our players have fun, dream big and play responsibly one player experience at a time and we're looking for team members who share that same passion. Our culture is built on a shared commitment to do what's right for our customers, our people, and our communities. Then Atlantic Lottery may be a perfect fit!
Atlantic Lottery (AL) is seeking a Senior Back End Developer. Location is flexible within Atlantic Canada with occasional travel to Moncton, NB.
The Senior Back End Developer is responsible for end-to-end system integration solution development (big picture view of all systems at AL) and lifecycle management. This position will have a deep understanding of the overall system landscape and the full portfolio of integrations. Working within an AGILE/KANBAN development team, you will deliver quality integration solutions with an emphasis on reuse and simplicity. This position acts as a senior technical resource on small to large scale projects as well as mentoring and supporting other team members.
What you'll do
Responsibilities
Integration Solution Development: Provides solutions that interface with multiple systems as required by the business process. Maintains a thorough understanding of the integration landscape and recognizes opportunities to re-use existing components or otherwise optimize the delivery of solutions.
Agile Team Collaboration: Provides mentoring and knowledge transfer to other team members; Participate within AGILE planning, prioritization and other team meetings; Provide input towards Technical Solutions on projects and enhancements; Design, Develops and provides input to Software Architecture/Frameworks when needed for various projects and initiatives.
Projects: Senior Technical Resource on Projects; Work collaboratively within a larger development team augmented by external agencies when needed during larger project deliverables; Develop work packages based on Business and Non-functional Requirements; (work packages are iterations of a product)
Tools/Environment Management: Shares the responsibility to manage code repository, build setup, configuration and deployments in various environments; Multiple development team tools setup and ongoing management;
Operations: Participate in an on-call rotation production support team; Diagnose and solve technical problems with the team in testing and production; Collaborate with the AL IT Ops Team and various Vendors that integrate into AL's systems,
Continuous Learning: Study new technology and remain technically current; This position has a holistic view of the overall system architecture and integrations.
What you'll need
Qualifications
What we can expect from you:
- Working knowledge of software testing, and experience with software testing tools, regression testing etc.
- You have outstanding excellent communications and time management skills.
- Comfortable working within a Redhat/Linux server environments.
- Proactive self-starter who quickly learns new programming languages, techniques and technologies.
- Experience documenting and producing full supporting documentation for all solutions.
- Problem solver with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; works well in high pressure situations.
- Desire to build exceptional client experiences, and is passionate and curious to help clients meet their needs and solve their concerns;
- Result-oriented with an ability to multi-task, prioritize multiple initiatives and develop solutions where plans may not exist;
- A self-starter and an independent thinker who follow-up on responsibilities in a timely manner while also a strong team player;
- Your core values are rooted in being respectful, helpful and kind;
- Possess flexibility and have a track record of delivering results in a fast-paced and highly ambiguous work environment.
- Your decisions are always made with the player in mind;
- You can adapt to change in a nimble & agile fashion;
- You thrive in an ambiguous environment where your knowledge, skills & abilities can materially & positively impact the organization and;
- You are a natural leader.
You should apply if you have the following:
- 7+ years progressive solutions architecture & development experience.
- Senior Technical Experience is required, works autonomously and strategic in your thought process.
- Degree/Diploma in Information Technology or equivalent technical training or relevant experience.
- 5+ years of proven experience with object-oriented concepts, programming languages (emphasis on .NET Core), and frameworks.
- Solid experience creating secure integration solutions - Through your previous experience you ensure information security is a focus.
Awesome if you had:
- Experience or interest in the following technologies/concepts would be considered an asset: OpenShift, Docker, NodeJS/NPM, Jenkins, CI/CD, Agile, automated testing, NGINX, API Gateway, API Marketplace, API monetization.
- Experience in lottery and/or gaming industry.
A little bit about us
Atlantic Lottery
Our players have been having fun and "dreaming big" since 1976 when Atlantic Lottery started offering lottery games on behalf of the governments of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador and Prince Edward Island. The game options have grown and changed over the years and so has our workforce! Today's Atlantic Lottery has more than 600 employees, who are the heart and soul of our business. We offer everything from dare-to-dream draw games to online bingo; breakopen tickets to sports wagering; and games in social settings and on the internet. With games come winners - big and small wins every day - but the best thing about lottery games is that when you choose to play with us, everyone benefits. 100% of our profits go back into our communities. That feels good! #ProudToBeAL
We are proud, gritty, community-minded, and punch above our weight. Being Atlantic Canadian means that we work hard and we know how to have fun. It also means that we genuinely care for each other as co-workers, neighbours, and friends.
Your best life is waiting in Atlantic Canada. At Atlantic Lottery, we have many roles that allow you to work from any of our four Atlantic provinces. Explore living East: