Specialist, Software Engineering; Azure Middleware

Salary

Our salaries generally range from $86,816.59 to $ and are based on qualifications and experience.

CMHC is a public organization committed to a well‑functioning housing system. We value collaboration, accountability, and an adaptive leadership style.
Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference.

• Accrued vacation.
• Annual individual performance bonus.
• Group insurance coverage to support your well‑being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.
• Priority for Indigenous Peoples.
• While positions at CMHC require some in‑office presence, alternative work arrangements may be considered for Indigenous candidates.

Join the Technology and Business Transformation Team as a Specialist in Software Engineering (Azure Middleware). This temporary 15‑month role focuses on developing secure, scalable cloud solutions and supporting continuous improvement across CMHC’s systems.

• Cloud & Application Development
  • Design and maintain Azure‑based middleware integrations that enable secure and reliable data exchange across enterprise systems.
  • Build backend integrations using Azure Function Apps, Logic Apps, and .NET (C#) following event‑driven and serverless architecture patterns.
  • Implement automated workflows, API integrations, and data processing pipelines using Azure serverless offerings.
• Deployment, Dev Ops & CI/CD
  • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines using Azure Dev Ops (Pipelines, Repos, Artifacts, YAML).
  • Manage deployments to Azure environments, including configuration of App services, Function Apps, Key Vault, API Management, and monitoring tools.
  • Ensure secure, reliable, and efficient deployments through automated testing, validation gates, and build/deployment automation.
• Support & Operations
  • Monitor and troubleshoot applications running in Azure using Application Insights, Log Analytics, and Azure Monitor.
  • Participate in testing, defect triage, and deployment activities across development and productive environments.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, testing, deploying Azure cloud solutions, C# .NET including integrations and serverless components.
• Hands‑on experience developing serverless integrations and workflows using Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, Azure App Services, Azure Storage, Service Bus, Key Vault, or other Azure PaaS components.
• Proficiency in .NET and C# for building backend and integration components.
• Solid understanding of cloud architecture principles, including scalability, load balancing, and distributed systems.
• Ability to establish, document, and apply development best practices, including coding standards and secure design.
• Experience with Azure Dev Ops for CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and deployment automation.
• Experience in supporting production applications, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident response.

• Microsoft Azure Certifications.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM.

Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non‑Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.