Senior Software Developer – Toronto ON

Responsibilities:

• Translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications.
• Develop detailed programming specifications.
• Write and/or generate code or compile data-driven programs, maintain, and conduct unit tests.
• Resolve and troubleshoot technical problems which arise during the use and operation of software packages, including technical assistance in implementation, conversion, and migrations.

General Skills:

• Experience in programming and analysis; specialized software package support at the specified experience level.
• Ability to collaborate with IT Professionals throughout the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Experience in structured methodologies for the development, design, implementation, and maintenance of applications.
• Experience in design, code, test, debug, and document applications.
• Experience in the use of object and/or third generation language development tools.
• Experience in one or more programming languages.
• Experience in application design, latest design patterns, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with relational and hierarchical database technologies.
• Experience in the use of information retrieval packages using query languages.
• Experience with one or more communications protocols.
• Experience eliciting and documenting information from diverse business area stakeholders and subject matter experts.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge and experience with programming Internet-ready applications.
• Knowledge and experience in rapid application development (RAD) methodologies.
• Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies, and practices.
• Experience with middleware and gateways.
• Experience reviewing, analyzing, and modifying product installation scripts including encoding, testing, debugging.
• Ability to provide post-implementation support and resolve any post-implementation technical issues.
• Experience conducting design walkthrough sessions with project team.
• Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards.
• Ability to provide user and system documentation as required.

Skills: Experience and Skill Set Requirements

• Technical Skills (40%): Experience with Agile methodologies, managing CI/CD pipelines, Web Apps/Web API/Web Services development (ASP.NET, REST, OpenAPI, OAuth2), working knowledge of development in Azure technologies, .NET, C#, JavaScript, DevOps, task boards, pipelines, etc.
• Experience (40%): Experience with large government applications, cloud platforms such as Azure, custom .Web API development, ASP.NET, .Net Core, Entity Framework, Azure SQL, DevOps, CI/CD Pipelines, etc. Proficiency in all cloud service models: SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.
• Communication Skills (20%): Strong communication skills to prepare documentation, including but not limited to reports, reviews, assessments. Ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively and in a user-friendly manner; maintain a high level of customer service to both internal and external clients. Ability to communicate designs and development in a clear and understandable manner.

Must Have:

• Experience with Agile methodologies.
• Experience managing CI/CD pipelines.
• Web Apps/Web API/Web Services development (ASP.NET, REST, OpenAPI, OAuth2).
• Working knowledge of development in Azure technologies.
• Working knowledge of .NET, C#, JavaScript.
• Experience with custom .Web API development, ASP.NET, .Net Core, Entity Framework, Azure SQL, DevOps, CI/CD Pipelines, etc.
• Proficiency in all cloud service models: SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.