Programmer Analyst (Level 1)
Department of National Defence
Job ID#: DSEFPA003
Location: Ottawa/Gatineau
Work Type: In-Person
Position Type: Contract
Duration: Full Time Position
Start Date: Summer/Fall 2026
Language Requirements: English
Website: https://symbioticgroup.com/indigenous-opportunities/
Salary/Hourly Wage: $48000k/annum
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Overview:
We are recruiting for a Junior Programmer to support our client, the Department of National Defence, for Programmer Analysts to work on software applications to support the operations of the Department.
Overview/Requirement:
Following is an overview of deliverables:
- select and incorporate available software programs;
- design detailed programs, flow charts, and diagrams indicating mathematical computation and
- sequence of machine operations necessary to copy and process data and print the results;
- translate detailed flow charts into coded machine instructions and confer with technical personnel in planning programs;
- verify accuracy and completeness of programs by preparing sample data, and testing them by means of system acceptance test runs made by operating personnel;
- correct program errors by revising instructions or altering the sequence of operations;
- test instructions, and assemble specifications, flow charts, diagrams, layouts, programming and operating instructions to document applications for later modification or reference;
- create and modify code and software;
- create and modify screens and reports;
- design methods and procedures for small computer systems, and sub-system of larger systems;
- produce forms, manuals, programs, data files, and procedures for systems and/or applications; and
- perform any other Work related to this category.
Technical Criteria:
- Demonstrated experience or education with one of the following languages: ADA, Java, C#, C++
Education:
- Must have: University degree or College Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Software Development or similar discipline
Lived Experience:
- Indigenous lived experience is an integral part of this position. The role will have a close relationship with the Indigenous Community in Canada and for Government of Canada positions that are part of the PSIB-Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business or IPP-Indigenous Participation Plans. Candidates will be required to have Indigenous lived experience from Canada’s Indigenous community to perform the role.
ARE YOU READY TO ‘KICK START’ YOUR CAREER? YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO START YOUR CAREER JOURNEY AND WE WILL BE ALONGSIDE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT TO HELP YOU REACH YOUR DESTINATION.
How to Apply:
Please submit your most recent resume to: recdep@symbioticgroup.com
Apply directly at: https://symbioticgroup.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers/431307000022572351/…
About Symbiotic Group Inc. – Symbiotic Digital
Symbiotic Group Inc. is an Indigenous-owned consulting company providing Information Technology and Business consulting services to customers across North America.
In addition to providing our clients with industry leading IT services, Symbiotic Digital is creating careers in business and technology for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples from coast to coast to coast through our Academy ‘Train-to-Hire’ program. An important part of our mission is to create meaningful business and career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples through our work with committed partners in both the public and private sector.
