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Animikii

Senior Full Stack Web Developer

Victoria, BC · On-site +1

Senior Full Stack Web Developer We are looking to expand our team with one or more senior full ... Independently take new software products and features from concept to shipping. This includes end ...

Remarcable, Inc.

Senior Devops Engineer

Vancouver, BC · On-site

CA$130K - CA$150K/yr

Development experience with Django or Python-based web frameworks. * Hands-on experience with ... Remarcable is a Series A-funded SaaS company revolutionizing how contractors work. Founded by an ...

Fortinet

React JS Developer

Burnaby, BC

CA$75K - CA$92K/yr

Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability. * GenAI Agent & MCP Development ... Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. * Curious, self-driven, and strongly ...

Fortinet, Inc.

React JS Developer

Burnaby, BC · On-site

CA$75K - CA$92K/yr

Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability. * GenAI Agent & MCP Development ... Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. * Curious, self-driven, and strongly ...

Benji Pays

Software Developer

Vancouver, BC · On-site

Responsibilities * Develop and maintain scalable, secure and compliant web applications and ... Proven ability to work independently * Desire to be challenged, take ownership of projects and see ...

Benji Pays

Senior Software Developer

Vancouver, BC · On-site

Responsibilities * Develop and maintain scalable, secure and compliant web applications and ... Proven ability to work independently * Desire to be challenged, take ownership of projects and see ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for independent contractor web developer in British Columbia is $78,588.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $102,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Independent Contractor Web Developer job openings in British Columbia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, and 43% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $78,588 per year, or $37.8 per hour.

Programmer/Analyst, Web Developer (On-Call)

Okanagan College

Salmon Arm, BC • On-site

CA$33.93/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

When you join Okanagan College, you're joining a team that's transforming lives and communities.
Every course you create, every student you support and every connection you build, it all matters.
Be a part of a vibrant campus community, where the work you do every day truly makes a difference.

Desired Start Date: To Be Determined
Position End Date: To Be Determined
Classification: Support Services Coordinator I
Salary Range: $33.93 to 38.77 hourly
Bargaining Unit: Support
Appointment Type: Non-Regular On-Call 
Schedule: On-Call
Posting Closing Date: Open Until Filled
 
Special Instructions to applicants: Shortlisted internal candidates must notify the current Support Staff Bargaining Chairperson and People Services if they want a Union Observer during interviews and final selection of candidates. 
Position Summary

Under the direction of the Manager, IT Solutions, the Programmer/Analyst, Web Developer develops, tests, deploys, maintains and supports websites, integrations, web and mobile and software applications in support of Okanagan College business requirements.

Function and Duties
  • Develops websites and web applications using modern CMS, web development languages and web application frameworks (e.g. Drupal, PHP, C#, .NET, HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, Sass, AJAX, Bootstrap, Angular)
  • Develops and maintains dynamic, database-driven web applications and integrations to work within OC's technology infrastructure
  • Creates applications and sites that are mobile responsive and meet accessibility, UI/UX design, and browser support standards
  • Collaborates with other IT Services personnel to provide operational and technical support for web, mobile, software, and enterprise applications.  Assists the department and IT Services team in the resolution of technical customer issues
  • Collaborates with clients and technical staff on systems analysis tasks including requirements gathering, process, workflow, and data mapping, review of existing or proposed software systems, integrations and solutions
  • Creates documentation and assists with project work breakdown and implementation planning
  • Provides training, advice and assistance for departments developing and implementing their web pages
  • Recommends resource requirements, including hardware and software, necessary to support development and add functionality to the OC information infrastructure
  • Performs other duties as assigned
Education and Experience

University degree in the field of computer science, information systems, or software engineering, with a minimum of 2 years relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience and ability to use modern Web Development Frameworks, Javascript, CSS, HTML5, and general UI/UX principles is required. Experience with Drupal 8 or similar Content Management System would be an asset.

Skills and Abilities
  • Experience using modern CMS, web development languages and web application frameworks (e.g. Drupal, PHP, C#, .NET, HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, Sass, AJAX, Bootstrap, Angular)
  • Understanding of UI / UX, responsive design, web accessibility and web search principles
  • Familiar with the use of full-stack development environments (e.g. Linux OS, Windows OS, Git, Jenkins, Docker, Apache, Tomcat, Nginx, IIS, AWS, Azure)
  • Working knowledge of relational database concepts and SQL, can develop applications/integrations using APIs, web services, single sign-on and enterprise databases (e.g Oracle, PL/SQL, REST-based services, XML, JSON)
  • Familiar with Software Development Life Cycle and Agile software development methodologies
  • Applies software development coding standards, data privacy, secure coding, and quality assurance best practices
  • Ability to communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, technical and non-technical staff at varying levels while exercising courtesy, professionalism, tact and discretion
  • Flexible and adaptable with learning, understanding and applying new technologies, methodologies, tools and programming languages
  • Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.  Must be able to participate in meetings and group discussions, create formal and informal documentation as necessary
  • Proven analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, ability to investigate and assess software-related issues and products
  • Highly self-motivated and directed
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
  • Keen attention to detail and a quality driven mindset
Our Values
 
Students first: Creating meaningful life-long educational opportunities of the highest quality for alumni, current, and future students is at the heart of everything we do.
Community: We are one College. We enthusiastically embrace the opportunity to work with, learn from, and support everyone we encounter collaboratively and collegially.
Respect: We welcome, embrace, and celebrate that which make us unique in creating an environment in which every individual is valued, affirming our commitment to human dignity for all.
Courage: We are courageous in our actions in areas that contribute to positive change in our communities and beyond. We have the courage to be vulnerable. We are truthful, sincere, and act ethically with honesty and fairness.
Relationships: We steward meaningful relationships built on a foundation of reciprocity. We are compassionate, empathic, and care for the holistic well-being of students, employees, community members, and the land.
Distinction: We choose activities in which we can achieve excellence and positively impact society.
 
Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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