Job ID#:DSEFPA003
Job Title: Programmer Analyst (Level 1)
Mandatory Skills: 0-2+ Years’ experience
Start Date:Summer/Fall2026
Duration: Full Time Position
Location: Ottawa / Gatineau
Starting Salary (Minimum): $48,000
Security Clearance Required: Secret Clearance – We willassistqualified candidates to obtain their required Government of Canada security clearance. Basic eligibility requires proof of Canadian citizenship (10 years).
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 select and incorporate available software programs;
design detailed programs, flow charts, and diagrams indicating mathematical computation and
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; and
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.
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 significant 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/
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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.

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📌 Programmer Analyst (Level 1) Symbiotic Group Inc. (Manitoba)
🏢 First Nations University of Canada
📍 Manitoba