Programmer Analyst I (Fullstack)

TL;DR

Programmer Analyst I (Fullstack): Developing and maintaining software application modules for the Learning Technology Innovation Centre with an accent on web application enhancement and support. Focus on building accessible user interfaces, integrating backend services using PHP and NodeJS, and creating technical documentation for internal and open-source use.

Location: Must be based in Vancouver, BC, Canada (hirify.global Vancouver Campus)

Salary: $6,438.50 - $9,255.58 CAD Monthly

Company

The University of British Columbia (hirify.global) is a world-leading research and teaching institution committed to excellence in innovation and learning.

What you will do

• Program complex software modules for enterprise production systems using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
• Maintain and enhance web applications used in learning technology across the university.
• Develop comprehensive code documentation for internal and open-source distribution.
• Act as the first point of contact for technical support via email and ticketing systems.
• Collaborate on project planning and implementation following software development best practices.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience in application and software development.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and an understanding of backend technologies (NodeJS, PHP, MongoDB).
• Experience with software design in a test-driven environment and familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Ability to work on-site at the hirify.global Vancouver Campus.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.

Nice to have

• Experience working within a university environment.
• Familiarity with the responsible use of Generative AI Coding Agents.
• Web-specific graphic design experience using Figma.
• Knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

Culture & Benefits

• Strong commitment to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Opportunity to solve hard problems within one of the world's top academic institutions.
• Collaborative work environment focused on catalyzing learning technology innovation.
• Exposure to a high-standard software engineering craft in a research-driven atmosphere.