RQ09133 - Software Developer - Senior

About the job RQ09133 - Software Developer - Senior

Responsibilities

• Translate technical system specifications into working, tested applications.
• Develop detailed programming specifications and write or generate code.
• Compile data‑driven programs, maintain, and conduct unit tests.
• Resolve and troubleshoot technical problems arising 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.
• 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.

SkillsExperience and Skill Set Requirements

Technical Skills 35%

• Demonstrated experience developing VB.NET, platform (C#, ASP.NET, java applets, .NET CORE) in Visual Studio 2019, HTML, CSS, Jquery, Spring.NET framework, other emerging web technologies, and deployment models to implement application enhancements as per design documents.
• Demonstrated experience developing working with Oracle 11.x, 12.x, 19c databases.
• Demonstrated experience developing and integrating Crystal 2020 reports into VB.NET projects.
• Demonstrated experience developing for WCAG AA compliance and interface design to support screen reader use.
• Demonstrated experience with code source control using SVN (GIT would be beneficial).

Client and Management Services 30%

• Demonstrated experience supporting analysis and participate in design, development and testing activities; liaise with IT specialists and unit leads and work closely with team members and relevant stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience participating in working groups and client interviews to define and document needs, processes and problem resolution.
• Demonstrated experience supporting the analysis of existing release/infrastructure/change management processes, design and recommend process improvements to effectively harness the benefits of using the application(s) as well as tools.
• Demonstrated experience working closely with the managers, and team members on issues and business needs.
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with other groups to ensure optimal integration.

Communication Skills 5%

• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Proven knowledge and experience in written and oral communication with a large number of stakeholders.
• Participate in planning activities; complete all required change request assessment tasks; participate in release management activities.
• Demonstrate ability to work with ambiguous and conflicting requirements and finding pragmatic solution which can be acceptable to all stakeholders.

Price 30%

• Note: Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

MUST HAVES:

• Demonstrated experience developing for WCAG AA compliance and interface design to support screen reader use (from a development perspective).
• Demonstrated experience developing VB.NET, platform (C#, ASP.NET, java applets, .NET CORE) in Visual Studio 2019, HTML, CSS, Jquery, Spring.NET framework, other emerging web technologies and deployment models to implement application enhancements as per design documents.
• Demonstrated development working with Oracle 11.x, 12.x, 19c databases.
• Demonstrated experience supporting analysis and participate in design, development and testing activities; liaise with IT specialists and unit leads and work closely with team members and relevant stakeholders.