About the role

Software Developer at Birds Canada developing and maintaining web applications for bird tracking data collection and exploration. Focus on front-end development within a collaborative, values-driven team environment.

Responsibilities

Develop responsive, web-based data visualization and exploration tools, including interactive maps, tables and graphs
Optimize performance and speed of data visualization and download tools
Manage workflows and code versioning through git and GitHub
Maintain appropriate documentation on applications
Ensure applications maintain appropriate levels of security and cybersecurity

BSc or technical degree in computer sciences, or a BSc in life sciences, with pertinent experience in web application development
Demonstrated experience in front end programming languages: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, Java servlets /JSPs, Geoserver, Mapbox and React
Familiarity with Java and SQL and ability to read existing code in these languages
Experience with geospatial software and web applications (ArcGIS, Geoserver, leaflet, SQL server spatial data etc.) would be an asset
Familiarity working with git version control and application deployment
Knowledge or interest in ecology (birds, in particular) and conservation
English mandatory, French and/or Spanish would be assets

20 days of vacation and 12 personal health days per year (prorated based on start date and contract duration)
Paid days off between Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
Observance of all statutory holidays, including the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
5% RRSP matching through Canada Life after 12 months
Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits package including disability, life insurance, vision care, travel insurance, and an Employee/Family Assistance Plan
Access to exclusive employee discounts through select outdoor and conservation-focused partners