Information technology (IT)
Enhancing work and lives with technology
City of Calgary employees usually stay with The City for a long time: around 13 years of service on average. Want to know why? Learn more about our benefits, or view more career pathways.
We are hiring!
What you’ll do here
You’ll use your IT skills to support our organization by:
- Keeping The City’s digital systems safe and secure.
- Giving employees the right tools and technology to do their jobs well.
- Making it easy for employees to work together with productivity software.
- Guiding strategic technology decisions to help improve City business and service delivery to Calgarians.
- Providing secure, high-quality data so we can make better decisions and create new ideas.
- Making sure data is managed properly with clear guidelines.
- Bringing in new technologies to help modernize and improve services.
Why choose information technology at The City?
Experience the entire City in IT
Work with experts from many different fields, all in one organization. Use your tech skills on projects that support city planning, recreation, transit, and even environmental monitoring.
We’re in IT for you
Join a welcoming public service that values people. In IT, we care about your health and well-being and make sure you have the tools, training, and freedom to do your best work.
Make an impact — every day
IT at The City isn’t just about technology — it’s about improving lives. Your work will help every department, every employee, and every resident.
Master new technologies
The City is a municipal leader in using new and emerging tech. You’ll have chances to learn, lead, and innovate with cutting-edge tools and facilities.
Develop and flourish
Technology changes fast, but at The City you can grow your career while enjoying work-life balance. With training, mentorship, and great benefits, you can build your future and enjoy the present.
Careers you’ll find here
Whether you’re starting your career or ready for the next step, The City has many IT opportunities where you can make a real difference, such as:
- Enterprise Architects
- System Administrators
- Analysts
- Capacity Specialists
- Engineers and EITs (Engineer-in-Training)
- Project Managers
- Software Developers
These roles are essential to our operations and often in high demand. If you’re ready to make a difference, explore current opportunities and apply today.
Experience the impact
Find out from the Chief Information Technology Officer about how IT is transforming service delivery for Calgarians. By making smart investments in advanced technology and building strong digital connections, we’re helping residents connect with the services they need more easily.
Awards and honours
- 2021: One City Awards – Employee Choice Award: Enabling City Employees to Work from Home during COVID.
- 2019: Smart 50 Award – Smart Cities Connect.
- 2018: Award for Municipal Excellence, Internet of Things Network – Minister’s Awards for Municipal Excellence.