Software Developer

PPI (an independent subsidiary of iA Financial) is an Insurance Marketing Organization that sits between independent advisors and insurance companies. From coast-to-coast, we provide value-added services and support such as digital tools, education, marketing, and processing, to help advisors elevate and grow their business with a socially responsible mindset.

At PPI, each day you have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference when you support our independent insurance advisors in providing financial security and peace of mind to their clients: Canadian families and businesses.

When you join PPI you will be part of a diverse, inclusive and equitable place to work that values different perspectives. You will benefit from a culture that is people-focused, inclusive and collaborative with opportunities to learn and develop your skills, develop your career and make a meaningful impact.

Our people drive our progress through innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence. We work hard and always ensure we have fun along the way.

PPI is pleased to provide employees with the flexibility of a hybrid work environment.  This role is eligible for working from home up to 3 days per week. 

For more information about PPI visit: www.ppi.ca

Software Developer

The Software Developer will join the Software Engineering and Automation team, which works on the maintenance and evolution of PPI's advanced IT ecosystem through the development, enhancement, and modernization of software solutions. In this role you will ensure the reliability and security of systems by working within a Dev/Sec/Ops framework and adhering to established development and change-control practices. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions while leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency and automation. The successful candidate will be highly adaptable and able to work on projects that range from small-scale scripting tasks to large mission-critical customer-facing systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and maintain software solutions across both on-premises and cloud-based environments.

• Contribute to new development initiatives while supporting, enhancing and modernizing existing and legacy systems.

• Participate in dev/sec/ops workflows, following development practices, testing, and established change-control processes.

• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality.

• Leverage AI tools and techniques to accelerate coding, enhance process automation, and support recommended system development.

• Maintain documentation for code, processes, and systems.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality technical solutions.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in production and development environments, performing analysis and implementing solutions.

• Proactively assess emerging technology, tools, and methods to help identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.

• Engage in actions that encourage, reflect and align with PPI’s ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) commitments to our advisors, their clients and our employees.

• Additional projects and IT-related responsibilities as requested and assigned.

Education, Experience and Skills:

• Degree in computer sciences, related discipline, or equivalent practical experience

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in software development, preferably in a financial services or insurance environment

• Demonstrated proficiency with scripting, preferably PowerShell

• Demonstrated proficiency with at least one major language, including C#, Java, Python, C++, Ruby. C# strongly preferred

• Knowledge or experience with DevOps

• Experience with Restful APIs secured by OAuth

• Experience with version control (Git, GitHub)

• Understanding of and experience with SQL databases and ORM tools

• Experience with enterprise software development processes

• Exemplary interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships and work harmoniously with multiple teams using agile methodologies (i.e. Kanban and Scrum/Sprints)

• Experience using Postman, Microsoft Reporting tools (i.e. PowerBI, SSRS), SSIS, and GitHub preferred

• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in the face of ambiguous situations, shifting demands and challenging work environments

• Outstanding organizational skills; ability to handle multiple priorities

• Exemplary ethical standards with a proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of discretion

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Must be able to travel

• French language an asset, not a requirement

This role is for an existing position. The expected salary range for this position starts at $80,000 and will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and skill set.

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

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