IT - Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Mohawk Medbuy Corporation (MMC) is a national, not-for-profit, shared services organization that supports hundreds of health care providers across Canada, as well as child welfare agencies and other public sector organizations. MMC provides value-driven contracting and procurement solutions for medical/surgical supplies, pharmaceutical products, local sourcing, capital (equipment, FF&E and redevelopment) and nutrition solutions. Other services include data analytics, in-hospital logistics, warehousing, technology, procure-to-pay and accounts payable.  

With an emerging focus on sustainability and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, MMC is actively supporting the creation of a resilient value chain that incorporates environmental, social and governance best practices. Based in Burlington, ON, the organization also has offices in Toronto, Oakville, Thunder Bay, Kingston, Brantford, London and Chatham, and a distribution centre in Oakville. Learn more: www.mohawkmedbuy.ca.

We are currently recruiting for a full-time Senior Software Engineer to support our IT Applications Development team. This role can be located out of our Toronto, Burlington, or London offices.

Position Overview

The Senior Software Engineer designs, implements and supports “in-house” corporate web applications linked to Microsoft Business Central, specifically our main ERP and P2P (Procure-to-Pay) solution that supports core organizational functions and ensure their high availability. The Senior Software Engineer also provides support to the other Solution Developers with the architecting, coding and testing of software solutions. 

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning 

• Participate in the design and implement long-term strategic goals and short-term tactical plans for managing and maintaining corporate web applications and software 

• Develop and implement application standards that are aligned with organizational goals and objectives 

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development standards, coding practices, and team knowledge-sharing initiatives 

• Assist in the preparation and documentation of software requirements and specifications 

• Work with the planned phases of the software development life cycle (SDLC) for a variety of projects 

• Conduct research on emerging technologies in support of web application development efforts, and recommend technologies that will increase cost effectiveness and systems flexibility 

• Mentor junior developers through code reviews, technical discussions, and best practice recommendations to support skill development and solution quality 

• Participate with Senior Management in shaping the organization's technology vision and developing strategic plans that guide technological innovation and growth. 

• Draw on existing operations management experience to propose, design and implement business technology solutions aimed at delivery real-time business information to decision makers, improving operational efficiencies and increasing competitive advantage. 

• Envision and deliver technology solutions to increase the value add with existing customer base and establish technology support for new product offerings. 

• Critically evaluate current and new technology opportunities in support of the organizations strategic plan with the Directors, Subject Matter Experts and other Team members 

Acquisition & Development 

• Where applicable, design, develop, & implement software and functionality for corporate systems 

• Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements and upgrades 

Operational Management 

• Design and develop web-based software programs, reports and applications according to specifications  

• Identify and correct bugs and design errors 

• Identify and implement optimizations to code and processes to improve performance and resource intensive activities 

• Write complex data queries or applications to extract and/or manipulate large data sets 

• Generate statistics and prepare and write reports for management and/or team members.  

• Liaise with team to assist in resolving problems with software and corporate systems. 

• When required, field incoming requests to the Service Desk via both telephone and e-mail to ensure courteous, timely and effective resolution of end user issues 

• Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to team members on development practices, tools, and application architecture 

• Act as a technical resource for peers by providing guidance on complex design, troubleshooting, and development challenges

Qualifications and Skills

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent understanding of best practices for coding methodologies 
• Skill in the design, use and maintenance of relational databases, custom data models 
• Proven ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders, influence solution design decisions, and contribute to a high-performing development team. 
• Ability to collaborate and support other peer developers 
• Demonstrated critical thinking and decision-making abilities 
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues in a fast-paced environment 

Education, Training, and Experience

Mandatory

• University Degree in Programming, Computer Science and/or Database Development/Administration 

• Proven experience designing, developing, testing, and deploying full-stack applications end-to-end 

• Proven experience working in Microsoft Dynamics Nav and Business Central environments. 

• Expertise in a variety of programming languages, including Microsoft Dynamics NAV C/SIDE & C/AL, ASP.NET, C#, Visual Basic 

• Proven experience contributing to or owning test plans, test coverage, and quality practices 

• Excellent understanding of coding methods and best practices 

• Skill in the design, use and maintenance of relational databases, custom data models 

• Working knowledge in HTML, XML, CSS, SQL, PL/SQL, C/AL, CSIDE along with a multitude of languages as required depending on Hospital or Medbuy system 

• Understanding of AL development for Microsoft Business Central 

• Understanding of data models, UML, XML, context diagrams, data flow diagrams, and database design 

• Solid knowledge of Agile development and project management methodologies

Preferred

• Understanding of ERP modules such as Finance, AP, AR, Logistics etc.  

Travel

• Ability to travel to Mohawk Medbuy offices if required.

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Human Resources.

MMC is a Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) employer offering a comprehensive benefits package and flexible remote work options. The targeted hiring range of this role is $95,000-$125,000 dependent on experience. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Qualified candidates with a desire to join our innovative team are invited to submit their application in Dayforce. Mohawk Medbuy does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted for an interview, please inform us should any accommodation be required. Mohawk Medbuy is committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).