Civil 3D Software Developer - Jobs in Edmonton, Alberta

Job Description

DescriptionThere’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that.Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.Who are we looking forAs a Civil 3D Software Developer, you will be part of GHD’s Digital Design Technical Services Group to help support project demands specific to software development and take an active role in ensuring that Dynamo and its ecosystem meet the highest standards of quality and will be responsible for testing Autodesk #39;s next-generation Dynamo functionality.Dynamo #39;s power comes from its ability to deliver sophisticated visual programming capabilities to end users in a way that makes computational design eminently approachable. Expressed within powerful Autodesk modelling tools such as Revit, Civil 3D etc., the successful candidate shall be able to create sophisticated design solutions to GHD’s biggest challenges. GHD is constantly improving our customers #39; access to powerful combinations of Computational Design, Automation tools and Data Collection/Output, with the intent to evolve away from a traditional desktop application to Cloud native solutions all the while embracing emerging technologies such as AI. GHD is looking for an individual that is passionate about problem solving, quality minded and client focused, ensuring our GHD customers have the best tools they need to help them realize expectations.As a Civil 3D Software Developer, successful candidate would see a combination of Civil design and applications development used by GHD Core with a strong focus on AEC industry and BIM. Candidate would facilitate collaboration with internal design teams to produce software design and architecture and would act in a capacity across all projects that require workflow automation specific to advanced client expectations. Position would also help implement, develop tools/plugins as well as implementation and maintenance of a coherent, progressive strategy for testing Dynamo in addition to constant functionality testing specific to Autodesk products through DDTS Group.In the problem solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change.Our vision is to ensure energy, water and urbanisation are made sustainable for generations to come. You can lead the way into a new future for our industry, inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process. Learn about leadership opportunities with GHD.Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Establish processes to ensure delivery of quality data/software
• Develop comprehensive software test plans, focusing on UI, functionality, performance, and workflow
• Execute test design to find and prioritize defects
• Receive defect reports from other sources (clients, product support, forums), confirm and track specific issues for use by development
• Write test cases based on real production work, and create scripts for automation
• Participate in DDTS development meetings for requirement gathering, test planning, execution, and progress reporting
• Uphold high quality standards for the products/projects you are involved with
• Support internal clients by addressing training issues and identifying defects
• Partner with experienced engineers, absorbing best practices in software development
• Write and run automated tests
• Liaise with GHD internal Technical Applications Team, SAS, IS and others with coding knowledge in our Core business.
• Manage content creation tools and scripts to produce accurate, high-quality shop drawings and revisions with minimal user input
• Define and document Civil 3D content standards in line with requirements for operational data management and onsite manufacturing needs; Liaise with Global Civil 3D Manager

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering, Civil/Architecture, or other engineering discipline.
• 5+ years #39; experience in Software Development R amp;D | QA
• Extensive experience working within Civil 3D and AutoCAD, Keeping current with active and future application releases.
• API and coding knowledge and understanding
• Extensive experience in Dynamo teamed with vast exposure to Python, VB, C++, Javascript, and BIM
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of drafting techniques and familiarity with engineering terminology particularly structural window wall and curtain wall systems
• Knowledge of approaches, tools, and techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving problems. Analysing alternatives, risks and benefits.
• Strong stakeholder management experience.
• Detail-oriented and strong logical thinking skills
• Familiarity with Agile Software Development Processes and Product Development Life Cycle
• Knowledge of Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, GitHub
• Familiarity with ACC, ProjectWise, AWS, Azure, APS (Autodesk Platform Services)
• Keen interest in new technologies and their timely adoption
• Ability to learn large software systems quickly

#LI-JR2Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.We #39;ll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.See where your commitment could take you with GHD.EEO Statement Canada: As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.