Software Designer

Build the Future with Us

Would you like to contribute to one of the most significant transformation initiatives in the group insurance industry? As a Software Designer, you will play a key role in the Horizon Program, a strategic initiative aimed at modernizing the processes, operations, and technology platforms within the Group Insurance sector.

You will contribute to the design of robust, integrated, and scalable solutions that enhance the client experience, simplify employee workflows, support business growth, and improve organizational efficiency.

This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your expertise and maximize your potential within a caring and trusted organization. Here, people and their development are at the heart of everything we do, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

What You Will Accomplish With Us

As a Software Designer, you will be at the heart of our mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Design detailed technical and system solutions in accordance with established architectural guidelines.
• Develop high-performing, scalable, reusable software components aligned with enterprise standards.
• Collaborate on architecture initiatives and contribute to the organization's technology direction.
• Serve as a technical reference for delivery teams and ensure compliance with integration, development, quality, and security standards.
• Configure and optimize development environments, continuous deployment pipelines, and DevSecOps practices.
• Support the operationalization, deployment, and evolution of technology solutions.
• Promote the reuse of existing components and participate in evaluating new technologies, platforms, and services.
• Collaborate closely with architects, developers, analysts, and business partners to ensure solution consistency and long-term viability.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation required to support solution sustainability.
• Coach and support internal resources, partners, and vendors involved in solution delivery.
• Participate in Level 2 and Level 3 support activities and contribute to the resolution of major incidents when required.
• Actively contribute to the development and execution of application and technology evolution roadmaps.
• Continuously monitor emerging technologies and promote industry-leading practices, methodologies, and tools across the organization.

What Could Accelerate Your Success in This Role

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or another relevant field.
• Has more than ten years of experience in Information Technology, including at least three years as a Software Designer.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency in modern software development approaches such as Agile, MVP, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Test-Driven Development (TDD), and Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD).
• Has solid experience in DevSecOps and integrating security, quality, and compliance practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Possesses strong expertise in software design principles, including SOLID, Clean Code, maintainability, testability, and reusability.
• Demonstrates a proactive and responsible approach to using Artificial Intelligence to improve the quality and efficiency of deliverables.
• Is recognized for strong communication skills, the ability to simplify complex technical concepts, and excellent synthesis skills.
• Exercises strong leadership and influence when collaborating with delivery teams and business partners.
• Possesses strong analytical thinking and the ability to solve complex problems.
• Has significant experience designing application-to-application and system-to-system integration solutions.
• Stands out through coordination, negotiation, and decision-making abilities.
• Has knowledge of the insurance and financial services industry (an asset).
• Has knowledge of Salesforce and its integration within a corporate application ecosystem (an asset).
• Has an intermediate level of English proficiency, as the incumbent will be required to communicate, analyze, and explain operational and technical issues to English-speaking business partners, vendors, and stakeholders on a monthly basis.
• Has an advanced level of French proficiency, as the incumbent will be required to interact with, analyze, and explain operational and technical issues to French-speaking business partners, stakeholders, and users on a regular basis.

Technology Environment

Technologies and Tools

• .NET Core
• C#
• Java
• PowerShell
• Bash
• Azure Pipelines (YAML)
• Git
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Helm
• Postman
• REST
• SOAP
• GitHub Copilot
• Microsoft SQL Server (2016+)
• Terraform (asset)
• Rancher (asset)

Platforms and Systems

• Microsoft Azure
• Azure DevOps Services
• Windows
• Linux
• Kafka
• Confluent Cloud
• Dynatrace
• Salesforce (asset)
• MuleSoft (asset)
• ServiceNow (asset)

Approaches and Architectures

• API and microservices development
• Azure cloud architectures
• C4 Architecture (asset)

Why You Will Love Working With Us

• A workplace where learning and development are integrated into a collective pursuit of excellence.
• A healthy, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential.
• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.
• Competitive benefits, including flexible group insurance, a competitive pension plan, an employee share purchase plan, vacation and wellness days, telemedicine services, an employee and family assistance program, ergonomic equipment support, performance bonuses, discounts on iA products, and much more.

Apply Now and Take the Lead in Your Career—Where Your Talent Truly Matters!

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At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this opportunity inspires you, we encourage you to apply—your place may be with us, and we want to get to know you