First Tek, Inc.

Develop and maintain frontend and backend web applications, collaborate with product and design teams, ensure quality and security, and support application lifecycle and operations. | Experience in full stack development, cloud services, agile methodologies, web technologies including .NET, C#, JavaScript frameworks, and data visualization tools. | Project Name: Economic Data Application Enhancements Scope: Project Overview The program supports the delivery of new tools and enhancement of JETI's existing online investment related tools to enable prospective investors to Client investment opportunities in Alberta. The following web applications are within scope of the work required: Alberta Economic Dashboard - The AED is a public-facing dashboard designed to promote investment and business development in Alberta by providing investors, businesses and economic developers access to relevant economic data and industry insights. Alberta Site Selector Tool - The Alberta Site Selector Tool is an investment information service that consolidates real-time property listings with infrastructure and socio-economic data from the Alberta Regional Dashboard into a user-friendly interface that enables businesses and investors to make informed decisions about where to expand or set up shop in Alberta. Investment Data Hub - The upcoming Investment Data Hub provides easy access to key data and information on Alberta's sectors, providing investors and regional economic developers with a central hub for the data they need to build an investment case. Alberta Regional Dashboard - The Alberta Regional Dashboard is a dynamic data application that provides investors and economic developers with key economic indicators and information on living, working, investing and doing business in Alberta municipalities. Alberta Major Projects - Alberta Major Projects is an inventory of major public and private projects in Alberta above *** million. The tool is used by Alberta businesses, particularly in the construction sector, for supply opportunities, and by investors. The tool is also used extensively within JETI and by economic developers to analyze and report on investment intentions in the province. Alberta Export Tool - The Alberta Export Tool helps Alberta exporters find international markets for their products through detailed interactive charts of Alberta's exports. This position will be responsible for Application Development Support activities for the Economic Intelligence & Investment Services branch, which involves critical technical expertise to support the maintenance and modernization of legacy applications developed across a broad variety of platforms over the past fifteen years. It requires a robust familiarity with different development methodologies, combined with the capacity to analyze and adapt to develop styles/strategies that were not aligned with typical IT development patterns. Technical systems knowledge/skill requirements are referenced below: Application design and change management procedures. Programming principles, techniques, practices, logic and database design. Website development and maintenance, including proficiency in building sites including, NET framework - ASP.Net, C#, LINQ, MS SQL (This list is not complete and may vary depending on which application is being worked on at any point in time). Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Project. Formal application lifecycle development methodology knowledge. Knowledge in Bootstrap framework, HTML5, CSS3 (LESS or SASS), JavaScript, XHTML Including web services (REST, SOAP) API's. Umbraco StencilJS Angular Ability to support Cloud Services Including: Microsoft Azure, SQL Azure, Azure Data Factory, Databricks Knowledge or experience with data visualization and charting libraries like AmCharts, as well as experience with Mapbox/Leaflet, ArcGIS, etc Skills Required: Cloud Architecture, Full Stack Development, Agile Methodologies, Data Management and ETL Processes, Collaboration and Leadership, Quality Assurance and Test Automation, Compliance and Security Duties: Develop frontend website architecture and backend web apps Maintain and upgrade software following implementation Work closely with product management teams and graphic designers for web features. Stay updated with the latest technological advancements in web apps and programming languages Handle automated testing and provide feedback during the software development phase Develop, write, modify, integrate and test Web site related code and Web application interfaces Conduct tests and analyze data to monitor quality, security, user interface experiences and to identify areas for improvement Develop and implement procedures for ongoing Web site revision Create visually appealing user interactions Monitor and maintain Web site functionality Participate in Web site architecture and design in collaboration with designers or clients Liaises with business unit to ensure solutions meet current and strategic ministry needs and requirements. Provide application functional and technical expertise. Execute internal testing (unit testing) and support UAT activities Test changes to previously created programs Provide overall Technical Solution Quality Assurance (QA) Support warranty activities as required. Support transition to operations (hand off) to support teams. Provides and maintains technical documentation of design and changes Participates in agile delivery meetings. Handle and fix production defects efficiently. Provide tracking and reporting of time and status on all work as required. Identify and coordinate release schedules Ensure planned releases remain on schedule and on track Support a high level of service availability: Provide on-call support on an as-needed basis. Be able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Status reporting to the Manager as required. Equipment Requirements: Resource will require own equipment. The computer's operating system must be a modern version of Windows or MacOS that is compatible with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and related software for remote access. Windows is preferred due to better compatibility. AVD/remote-related software will be installed on the resource's computer. The Contractor's resources are directed to work remotely, the Contractor shall be responsible for providing all of its equipment, including computers, software, printers, supplies, desks and chairs. However, the Province shall ensure that the Contractor's resources have the necessary access and credentials to the Government of Alberta's system. Working Hours: Standard Hours of work are 08:15 - 16:30 Alberta time, Monday through Friday excluding holidays observed by the Province Work must be done from within Canada, due to network and data security issues. It is anticipated the role will be remote, however in the event of an onsite meeting, the GoA does not pay for travel to attend on-site meetings, nor any expenses related to relocation, commuting, housing/accommodation, food/drink. Notes on Location: This resource will primarily work remotely; however, the resource may be required to attend meetings or work sessions in office on reasonable notice from the Province. At the time of providing such notice, the Province will advise of the expected duration of any such meetings or work sessions. However, time to travel and any associated expenses to and from Edmonton and/or travel within Alberta will be at no cost to the Province. Incumbency: This is a net new role. Anticipated Interviews Dates • will be held between 01 -05 June 2026. This is an estimate only. Scoring Methodology: Financial/Pricing: 20% Resource Qualifications: 20% Interview Process: 60% SUBMISSION MUST INCLUDE: RESUME ALL REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE DESCRIBED IN RESUME UNDER THE JOB/PROJECT WHERE EXPERIENCE WAS ATTAINED. EACH JOB/PROJECT MUST CONTAIN THE TERM OF THE JOB/PROJECT IN THE FORMAT MMM/YYYY to MMM/YYYY. RESOURCE REFERENCES Three references, for whom similar work has been performed, must be provided. The most recent reference should be listed first. Reference checks may or may not be completed to assist with scoring of the proposed resource.