ESI Tech Lead

Our Technology team wakes up every day with one goal in mind - connecting Canadians to the people and things that matter most. Together, we are proud to support 30 million Canadians each month through managing a robust portfolio that champions leading-edge technology. We drive large-scale, complex, and high-visibility technology projects and programs that shape the future of technology in Canada and expand connectivity from coast to coast. If you are interested in being a part of this, consider applying for the following opportunity:

Who we're looking for:

Rogers is seeking a Senior Technical Lead to support the Enterprise Service Integration (Middleware) team. This individual will be part of a dynamic high performing interactive team, establishing a technical vision in collaboration with architects, technical teams, project teams, and quality assurance focusing on project delivery. It requires an innovative, pragmatic, and problem solver interested into producing quality solutions possessing accurate analytical, qualitative & quantitative view of technical debts, which supports in driving other departmental improvements and business opportunities. We are open to hire for our Calgary or Greater Toronto Area Location. Reporting to a Sr. Manager of Middleware, this individual will have the following responsibilities:

What you will do:

• Be responsible for the quality of technical (vendor) deliverables within responsible domain area.
• the assessment & review of the quality of technical deliverables for a project & end to end delivery of feature (including non-core components)
• Review, validate and assess the feasibility of architectural vision.
• Reconciliation of feature implementation to architectural vision
• Technical support for feature SOX and Security questions related to project.
• In depth understanding of risks, dependencies, impacts of proposed solution.
• Tracking all technical critical path, risks, impacts and dependencies.
• Evaluate and introduce new tools, techniques to the development team (Shared accountability, domain primarily)
• Supporting the development of architectural framework and design
• Improvement of SDLC and technical delivery standards
• Ensuring development environments are available.
• Providing the measurements and ensuring quality of development within domain
• Provide mentorship & guidance to developers.
• Environment feasibility analysis as per scope
• Solution Synopsis updating & Technical Debt Articulation supporting project delivery plan with project team
• Conduct regular code reviews and modifications reviews.
• Sustainment technical work management for defects, technical, gaps and enhancements within their domain
• Focuses on continuous improvement. Challenges the status quo and breaking paradigms to identify ideas for change and improve.
• Provide direction and leadership to project teams & team members (i.e., vendors, architecture, engineering, QA, business and system analysts, technical specialists, other project leaders).
• Perform after hour implementation of code (Deployments to Production environment). -Adhere to ITIL and/or best practices for application release and change management.

What you bring:

• Telecommunication industry experience is an asset.
• Experience in Wireline & Wireless communication industry.
• Experience in software applications like Order Entry, Order Management, Oracle Enterprise Service Bus, Oracle Billing, HPSA
• Post-secondary degree or technical diploma in computer science or related field
• 7+ years working with design, development, and support/operation of IT systems.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal are a must.
• Strong conflict resolution, coordination, troubleshooting skills are a must.
• Strong software development skills are an asset.
• Working experience with 3rd party vendors is an asset.
• Leadership experience is an asset.
• Deployment tools (Example: Jenkins, TeamCity or similar)
• Debugging skills (example: logs through Splunk or similar tools)
• Demonstrable understanding of how to network and develop working relationships with various key stakeholders.
• Synthesizes information into succinct, concise, and logical summaries and reports.
• Ability to work well with both independently and with teams to achieve goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What’s in it for you? 
We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

Competitive salary & annual bonus :

Competitive & flexible health and dental benefits, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA, 
and Stock matching programs.

Discounts:

Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.

Paid time off for volunteering
Company matching contributions to charities you support

Growth & Development Opportunities:
Self-driven career development programs (E.g. My Path program)

Rogers First:

priority in applying to internal roles of interest

Wellness Programs:

• Homewood employee & family assistance program
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
• Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes

Our commitment to the environment and diversity:

• Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups 
  representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples,Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, 
  and we know what makes us different makes us great.

This is a hybrid work position and will require you to be in office three days per week. You can choose which days in office work best for you! 
If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, here is what you can expect:
15-minute phone screen with your recruiter, 1-hour virtual interview with Hiring Manager, 30-minute final round virtual interview with Director of the team.

Best of luck! 

​To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: Barlow 2400 32 Ave NE (7789), Calgary, AB 
Travel Requirements: None
Background Check(s) Required: Criminal Record and Credit Check 
Posting Category/Function: Technology & Information Technology
Requisition ID: 315856

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ.

Posting Notes:  Technology