ABOUT US

MDR Strategy Group is a professional services social enterprise that provides strategic communications, public engagement, and organizational design services exclusively to non-profit and public sector organizations.

Headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with additional staff in the Greater Toronto Area, we are recognized as one of Canada’s trusted advisors to regulatory bodies. These organizations, by government statute, oversee the licensing and professional regulation of dozens of occupations nationwide. We also serve organizations in the sustainability, housing, education, and social justice sectors.

At MDR Strategy Group, our core principle is to achieve social impact by empowering our clients to create safer, healthier, greener, and more equitable communities. We are deeply committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and champion the values of Afrocentric leadership, where our focus is on community-driven leadership that actively serves the public interest.

THE ROLE

We are hiring an experienced Web Developer to create websites and applications, provide technical advice and project solutions, and oversee all technical support activities internally and for our non-profit and government clients across Canada, and internationally.

Location

Preference will be given to candidates located in the Halifax Regional Municipality.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with project manager, creative lead and other personnel to create and deploy software solutions.
• Design client-side and server-side architecture.
• Build the front-end of applications.
• Develop and manage well-functioning databases and applications.
• Test software to ensure responsiveness and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade software as needed.
• Create internal and client-side security and data protection settings.
• Write technical documentation as needed.
• Enhance existing software programs.
• Provide internal technical support as required.

Qualifications

Education:

• Post-secondary certificate, diploma, degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Ongoing relevant professional development is an asset.

Professional Experience:

• 3 – 5 years of professional full-stack development experience.
• Previous client-facing experience at consulting firm or agency is an asset.
• Familiarity with AWS ecosystem.
• Strong understanding of platforms such as WordPress and Drupal.
• Proficient in HTML/CSS, JavaSCRIPT, XML.
• Experience developing and managing e-commerce websites.
• Experience working in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines.

Attributes of the Web Developer:

• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Strong English verbal and written communication with the ability to effectively articulate and communicate technical vision, possibilities, and outcomes across all levels in the organization.
• English/French bilingual would be considered an asset, but is not necessary.
• Highly adaptable.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with an innate ability to build trust.
• Highly entrepreneurial and motivated by potential.
• High-level EQ and gravitas.
• Exceptional writing and other communications skills.
• Ability to easily understand and navigate online technologies.
• Hardworking, determined, and driven by potential.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI):

• Sensitive and confident working in an EDI-empowered organization.
• Training in EDI an asset.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary is commensurate with experience, and additional employment offerings include medical and dental benefits, incentives for revenue generation, and an employee retention appreciation program.

 TO APPLY

• Please submit your resume along with links to at least three websites you have built or contributed to.

CONDITIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT/APPLICATION PROCEDURES

• Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada and whose place of work is in Canada. Proof of eligibility and residence will be required.
• This position is remote; therefore, candidates must have a suitable workplace to carry out the duties of this role effectively.
• To enable in-person meetings with stakeholders, this role requires the successful candidate to be COVID-19 vaccinated.
• The successful candidate must be able to travel in Canada and abroad if required.

• Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will commence as qualified candidates are identified.
• Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates and prioritize individuals who personally or systemically face barriers to equitable and fair labour market access.
• While we recognize the value of impressive resumes and stellar academic achievements, our foremost commitment is to talent and individual potential.
• Any candidates requiring accommodation are requested to contact MDR as soon as an invitation for an interview has been received.