Programmer Analyst (Level 1)

About the Position

Job ID#: DSEFPA003

Job Title: Programmer Analyst (Level 1)

Mandatory Skills: 0-2+ Years’ experience

Start Date:  Summer/Fall 2026 

Duration: Full Time Position

Location:  Ottawa / Gatineau

Starting Salary (Minimum): $48,000

Security Clearance Required: Secret Clearance 

Language Requirements: English

Job Information: (View Online - https://symbioticgroup.com/indigenous-opportunities/)

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.

Requirement:

Following is an overview of deliverables:

• Select and incorporate available software programs
• Design detailed programs, flow charts, and diagrams indicating mathematical computation
• 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
• 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.

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. We work with committed clients and partners delivering industry leading IT services that also advance Indigenous business and capability.

Work With Us - At Symbiotic Digital, we encourage our employees' and consultants’ personal career growth. We take an active role in ensuring that each employee/consultant is provided the dedicated support to help guide them through their professional development, provide training scholarships, and provide the opportunity to pursue software certifications for cutting-edge technologies.

Learn more

https://symbioticgroup.com/symbiotic-academy/

https://symbioticgroup.com/indigenous-opportunities/

Please submit your most recent resume to: recdep@symbioticgroup.com

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https://www.symbioticgroup.com/view-jobs/

Additional Information:

*Year’s Experience: These are ‘Train to Hire’ positions and we are seeking candidates who have graduated from either college or university (any discipline) and who have an interest in business & technology.

**Security Clearance: We will assist qualified candidates to obtain their required Government of Canada security clearance. Basic eligibility requires proof of Canadian citizenship (10 years).

***Symbiotic Academy: Symbiotic Academy is offered in partnership with our training partner Akkodis Canada Inc. We are offering Scholarships and Training in addition to job readiness services to qualified and awarded Indigenous candidates. 

Learn more here, https://symbioticgroup.com/symbiotic-academy.

About the Company

Symbiotic Group Inc.
79-700 Third Line
Oakville, Ontario L6L 4B1

Company Contact

Michael Low
michael.low@symbioticgroup.com
Preferred Contact: Email, RecDep@symbioticgroup.com

Documents to be Forwarded

• Resume