Junior Full Stack Developer

Role Responsibilities

The Software Delivery branch is looking for six (6) Junior Full Stack Developers (FSD). Reporting to the Director, Software Development, this role supports the team in the design and implementation of software with a focus on iterative, continuous development, where requirements and solutions evolve through collaboration between cross-functional teams and users.

This role explicitly requires AI capability, creating systems with AI as a co-developer.  So, we are seeking developers who can build, integrate, and optimize AI-driven solutions in addition to traditional front-end and back-end development.

The responsibilities of this role include:

• Develop and maintain front-end and back-end solutions, including AI-enabled features and digital services.
• Collaborate with agile teams, stakeholders, and users to design, build, and improve digital products.
• Contribute to backlog planning, effort estimation, and the delivery of high-quality software features.
• Apply development best practices, including testing, code reviews, CI/CD automation, and source control.
• Research emerging technologies and AI tools to identify opportunities for innovation and service improvement.
• Provide technical support and recommendations while communicating solutions effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

To be successful in this position, you will demonstrate:

• Ability to self-learn a variety of software tools.
• Ability to keep up with industry standards and new tools or resources.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

The Job Description is provided for Further details on this position

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

• Builds Collaborative Environment: Engages diverse stakeholders and fosters collaboration through shared resources and inclusive dialogue. Resolves conflict through facilitation and coaching while valuing different perspectives to achieve outcomes.
• Creative Problem Solving: Uses diverse approaches to analyze problems and generate solutions. Encourages collaboration and brings the right people together to resolve issues.
• Agility: Adapts quickly to changing priorities and incorporates improvements into work. Stays composed under pressure and helps others adjust to change.
• Develop Self and Others: Builds individual and team capability through learning and development. Promotes shared learning and supports personal development planning.
• Systems Thinking: Considers broader trends, risks, and context when making decisions. Aligns actions with organizational goals and addresses barriers to progress.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• A related two-year diploma in computer technology or a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices, including secure, scalable application development, testing, CI/CD, DevOps, monitoring, source control, code reviews, and the full software development lifecycle.).
• A cover letter clearly demonstrating relevant skills and competencies tailored to this position.

Equivalencies:

• A related one-year certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution and one (1) year of related experience.

Assets:

• Experience designing, developing, and supporting modern full-stack applications using front-end technologies, back-end services, REST APIs, microservices, cloud platforms, databases, and scalable enterprise architectures.
• Experience developing, integrating, and supporting AI-powered applications using modern frameworks, APIs, cloud services, automation platforms, and AI-enabled solutions.
• Knowledge of AI software engineering practices, including responsible AI principles, governance requirements, secure development, deployment, monitoring, API integration, and enterprise technology standards.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI and automation technologies to solve business problems, improve efficiency and user experience, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional development, architecture, security, and governance teams.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

Term of Employment: 5x Permanent and 1x Temporary (up to 12 months), Full-Time Positions

Hours of Work: 7.25 hours daily / 36.25 weekly – Monday to Friday

Location: Edmonton

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

Applicants are required to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Additional Information:

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate.

Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what we have to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
• Professional learning and development
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.