Senior Software Developer
Pollard Digital Solutions
We are looking for a driven Senior Software Developer to join our Lottery Management Services Department.
As a Senior Software Developer, you will be playing a key role in driving the implementation of innovative lottery management services and solutions. Reporting to the Manager of Application Development at Lottery Management Services (LMS), this role will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining our high volume, transactional B2B application suite to support our partners in the lottery industry.
Who We Are
Experience the forefront of innovation with Pollard Digital Solutions a division of Pollard Banknote, where we lead the charge in revolutionizing digital solutions for state lotteries. From groundbreaking initiatives like iLottery to crafting immersive player experiences that champion noble causes globally, our team's innovative spirit is driving impactful changes in the industry. Join us in this exhilarating journey, where every contribution makes a difference in shaping the future of lottery gaming.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Profit sharing program – every role plays a part in our success!
- Company pension
- Health & Extended Benefits
- Opportunities for professional development
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- A variety of committee driven employee engagement activities
- On-Site Cafeteria & Outdoor Patio
- On Site Gym
- Free Parking
- Hybrid Work Environment
What You'll Do
- Work with our Scrum Master and Product Owners to manage the development backlog, estimate, participate in Sprint ceremonies, and assist with Agile planning practices.
- Collaborate with team members to deliver exceptional products and solutions to Lottery partners.
- Play a key role in creating and delivering fully functional and tested software solutions and bringing them to market.
- Support existing and new innovations in accordance with established practices and policies.
- Meet development targets ensuring project deadlines are met.
- Promote and practice Test-Driven Development (TDD)
- Provide technical problem-solving, technical analysis skills and mentorship to the team.
- Collaborate with internal technology stakeholders (IT Ops, DevOps, Security, QA, and Architecture) in the development of LMS solutions.
Who You Are
- A highly motivated, creative team player who is passionate about delivering results.
- A good listener with excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively work with the team.
- An analytical individual who can effectively self-manage and complete high-priority tasks.
- An effective decision-maker who can mentor developers to achieve goals through clear instruction.
- A resourceful problem-solver with the ability to use logic, technical and critical thinking skills to plan for and investigate issues proactively.
What You'll Bring
- 3+ years of Software Development experience.
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Proficiency and hands-on experience of:
- Java (Spring/Spring Boot)
- React
- JavaScript and/or TypeScript
- HTML, CSS
- Relational databases like MySQL
- REST APIs and Message Queues
- Good understanding of agile development methodologies and associated tools like the Atlassian Suite.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to document technical specifications.
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes and/or Microservices Architecture.
- Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS).
- Experience with JasperReports is considered an asset.
- Experience with DevOps practices, Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) processes and technologies such as Jenkins are considered assets.
Pollard Banknote Limited is an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory response from a Criminal Record Search.