Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) is a unique Indigenous Institute, recognized by community, government, and institutions of higher learning, as a Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Knowledge. SNP offers postsecondary, secondary, trades education and training. SNP has formal partnerships with nine publicly funded Ontario Universities and Colleges and collaborates with six Ontario-based Indigenous owned and controlled post-secondary Institutes.
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JOB PURPOSE
Under the supervision of the Director - Information Services, the Integrations Developer develops and delivers a Micro-Credential platform that integrates Six Nations Polytechnic’s (SNP) existing Student Information Systems in support of SNP's Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care (IELCC) program. This technical role brings together Student Information Systems (SIS), Learning Management Systems (LMS), and micro-credential badging systems, automating the student experience into the digital learning environment. The Integrations Developer works closely with project managers, Business and Systems Analysts, and other technical experts to design, build, test, and maintain robust Application Program Interface (API) integrations, data mappings, and backend workflows.
The Integrations Developer is required to perform all duties consistent with the governance values and operating policies of Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) while fostering positive relations with staff, students, stakeholders, and the community; contributing to a culturally supportive teaching, learning and work environment consistent with Hodinǫshǫ:nih/Rotinonhson:ni values of Ga’nigohi:yo:/Kanikoriio (Respect and the Good Mind).
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Integration Design and Development 40%
Design and build robust, scalable integrations, components, and interfaces according to project plans.
Examples:
- Develop, configure, and customize workflows, data mapping, and transformations within the Micro-Credential platform.
- Create, enhance, and manage APIs (including MS Graph API and Ethos API) for various systems to enable seamless data exchange.
- Write clean, maintainable backend code utilizing Python Django and implement Docker containers.
- Other related duties, as required
Database Optimization and Management 25%
Ensure optimal database performance, data integrity, and consistency across integrated institutional platforms.
Examples:
- Apply core backend web development principles, database optimization, and efficient Transact-SQL queries against MS SQL databases.
- Implement data mapping and transformation logic to ensure consistency across the Student Information Systems (SIS), Learning Management System (LMS), and badging systems.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize database and integration performance.
- Other related duties, as required
Testing, Quality Assurance & Security 20%
Perform thorough testing and adhere to security standards to ensure system reliability and data protection.
Examples:
- Execute rigorous quality assurance and testing to identify and resolve integration or API errors.
- Ensure all development practices adhere strictly to OWASP standards.
- Work closely with project managers, Business and Systems Analysts, and external consultants to meet technical project requirements.
- Other related duties, as required
General Administration & Technical Documentation 15%
Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and communicate project progress to leadership.
Examples:
- Maintain detailed documentation of integration processes, system configurations, and data workflows for reference and training.
- Communicate project updates, technical issues, challenges, and statuses directly to the Director - Information Services.
- Analyze current technical procedures and provide recommendations for operational efficiency.
- Other related duties, as required
EDUCATIONAL KNOWLEDGE
Completion of a formal post-secondary college or university program of three to four academic years in a related field such as Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline supporting backend web development and system integration.
EXPERIENTIAL KNOWLEDGE / CULTURE AND LANGUAGE EXPERTISE
Over 3 years and including 5 years current related professional experience as an Integrations Developer or backend software developer. Requires hands-on technical experience with core Python Django, backend web development principles, database optimization (MS SQL, Transact-SQL), Docker, and API design/management (such as MS Graph API and Ethos API). Experience working in a post-secondary education setting and with student information systems and/or ERP systems implementation is considered a strong asset.
Prior experience working for an Indigenous organization is preferred.
Criminal Record Check
The successful candidate will be required to provide an original Criminal Background Check – Vulnerable Sector Screening that is satisfactory to Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) prior to the first day of work at Six Nations Polytechnic, and an Offence Declaration that is satisfactory to SNP by their first day of employment at Six Nations Polytechnic.
At Six Nations Polytechnic, we are committed to diversity and inclusion as we continue and expand our efforts to become a more inclusive, safe and respectful workplace. Human Resources will accommodate any needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Recruitment processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, as may be requested.
Applicants from Six Nations and other Indigenous communities will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.
Full Job description is available upon request.
POSITION TYPE: New Position
POSITION CLOSING DATE: November 25th, 2026
JOB TYPE: Contract till March 2027
SCHEDULE: 37.5 hrs Monday-Friday; 8:30am-4:00pm
WORK MODEL: Hybrid
PAY BAND: 6; Core range $65,523.13-$76,770.79. The target hiring salary for this position is Step 1 up to 45% of the pay band. Considerations for new hire step placements include internal pay equity, experiential knowledge and/or language and cultural expertise.
