Software Developer/Solution Architect

Established in 1986, Geosoft stands for integrity and best practice in earth science mapping and exploration technology. Today, Geosoft software is helping to simplify geospatial data access and analysis for improved understanding, knowledge development and business decision-making in industries such as mineral exploration, oil and gas, government, and in environmental investigations and UXO (Unexploded Ordnance) detection.

The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with offices in the United States, South America, Europe, South Africa and Australia. Geosoft's partner network provides additional coverage throughout the United States and across the globe, in Russia, India and China. Geosoft provides a quality work environment that is informal but professional, friendly and supportive. The company is employee-owned and has strong living-company principles, which have led to consistent and profitable growth for over 20 years.

Geosoft's Professional Services has a credible track record, established over the last 20 years. Excellence in design, development, quality assurance, and professional implementation of our desktop applications and enterprise solutions is essential to our customers. Our team is expanding and requires a Solution Architect/Software Developer who will help us with custom design, development, implementation, technical project management and internal/external customer support.

For more information on working at Geosoft, please see "Life at Geosoft".

Job Description

Job Summary

The Solution Architect/Software Developer will work initially with senior solution/system architects and eventually function independently to scope, design and develop customized Windows applications and data management solutions. S/he will be required to coordinate the technical activities through the life cycle of a project. S/he will also be a key player in implementing and supporting the core and customized solutions based on Geosoft's application and server technologies.

Job Responsibilities

30% Development of Solution Architecture

• Meet customers to scope and design customer-focused solutions, including work-flow analysis, IT systems evaluation and preparation of proposals
• Perform complex product design activities which may require extensive research and analysis
• Participate in product design meetings internally and with customers
• Maintain communication with R&D team to keep up to date on core DAP product directions
• Coordinate project implementation plans internally and with customers
• Maintain and continually develop knowledge of industry trends in the geosciences, Windows software development platforms and data management systems
• Maintain knowledge of other 3rd party technologies (e.g. acQuire, ESRI) that complement our data management solution offerings

50% Development of Software Applications

• Develop and maintain complex desktop and server applications using a variety of Windows platforms and tools
• Conduct unit and integration testing for the benchmarking of functionality and limits
• Use troubleshooting skills to be proactive in identifying new and existing issues
• Develop deployment plans
• Author user manuals and installation guides
• Assess, troubleshoot, document, upgrade and develop maintenance procedures for custom developed software solutions
• Work closely with development, project management & QA teams to satisfy client needs

20% Other Responsibilities

• Provide implementation and system integration services at customer sites
• Provide training on custom developed desktop applications and data management solutions to internal and on occasion, external users
• Provide 2nd tier support through our Technical Support Representatives to internal and external customers

Other Job Information

This role requires a competent background in software development, and a proven record in designing and authoring desktop, client-server and web applications. Familiarity with a variety of platforms and tools is a strong asset.

This position may require up to 20% travel to customer sites and relevant conferences.

Job Qualifications

Education & Work Experience

• Minimum Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or relevant post-secondary education in an earth sciences discipline is required
• Minimum four years software development experience, with two to three years in developing .NET desktop, database and web applications
• Experience in software design, testing and implementation
• Experience in data and use case modeling
• Experience in coordinating and leading projects from requirement analysis with customers to deployment

Knowledge and Technical Skills

• Competence with Microsoft Visual Studio IDE, .NET Framework, C#, ASP.NET, XML, HTML and JavaScript required
• Knowledge in IIS, SQL Server, and XP required
• Strong understanding of the development lifecycle including specification, documentation and quality assurance required
• Knowledge of Windows 2003 OS an asset
• Knowledge or skills with C, C++ and Geosoft GX Developer an asset
• Knowledge in MS Access and/or Oracle an asset
• Knowledge with Geosoft Oasis montaj and DAP an asset
• Knowledge in earth sciences, mineral exploration and/or GIS industry an asset

Professional Competencies

• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate in a professional and friendly manner in verbal and non-verbal modes
• Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent customer service
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize conflicting demands effectively under tight time constraints
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, both independently and in a cross-functional team environment

Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada.

Please send your CV and cover letter by email to jobs@geosoft.com with the subject header Software Developer/Solution Architect.

Closing date for applications: May 16, 2008.

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