Software Developer- Front End

Project Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Designing, developing and implementing front end code including user interface interactions and creating attractive and effective user interfaces
• Required to translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications. This includes developing detailed programming specifications, writing and/or generating code, compiling data-driven programs, maintaining, and conducting unit tests.
• Resolves and troubleshoots technical problems which arise during the use and operation of software packages, including technical assistance in implementation, conversion and migrations.

Qualifications & Requirements

REQUIRED

• Must be able to work 5 days onsite per week in Toronto
• Experience with Agile methodologies
• Experience with React framework and TypeScript
• Experience with Node.js and Next.js
• Experience building and testing RESTful APIs
• Working knowledge of Jamstack Architecture
• Current/hands-on development experience
• Hands on experience with responsive design, front-end testing and debugging techniques, page load optimization and version control
• Experience working within a large organization / big teams
• 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 coding and using basic artwork to deliver a complete user interface
• Experience creating web interfaces for large websites
• Experienced with complex large-scale systems
• Experience with Cross browser compatibility
• Experience with Responsive frameworks
• Experience with Social Media APIs
• Experience defining product strategy and roadmap
• Experience working with external third parties to assess partnerships and licensing opportunities, runs beta and pilot programs with early-stage products and samples, and becomes an expert with respect to the competition

NICE TO HAVE

• 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

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Java language knowledge and experience - 20%

• 1+ years of demonstrated experience with the use of Java language
• Java Development IDE Tools: Eclipse, IBM RAD, IBM RSA, IntelliJ, Visual Studio Code – 1+
• Hibernate/JPA

Technical Skills - 40%

• React - 1+
• RESTful Web services - 1+
• Javascript - 1+
• Typescript - 1+
• HTML 5.0, CSS - 1+
• Node such as NPM - 1+
• Spring Framework (MVC, Security, JPA, Boot)
• Bitbucket – 1+
• Experience with Responsive Web application development
• Maven

Oracle database knowledge and experience - 15%

• DB SQL including DB Objects such as Tables, Views, Sequences, Store Procedure, Functions, Triggers 1 Years +
• 1+ years of experience in Oracle database

AODA Experience - 15%

• Experience with AODA/WCAG 2.0 AA a must
• Demonstrated experience with AODA compliance

Soft Skills - 10%

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision making skills
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills
• Proven track record for building strong working relationships
• A demonstrated team player with a track record for meeting deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Key Skills & Competencies

React, TypeScript, JavaScript, Node.js, Next.js, RESTful APIs, Jamstack, Java, Spring Framework, Hibernate, JPA, Oracle DB, SQL, HTML5, CSS, Maven, Bitbucket, Eclipse, IBM RAD, IBM RSA, IntelliJ, Visual Studio Code, npm, Responsive Web Design, Front-end Testing, Debugging, Version Control, Cross-browser Compatibility, Social Media APIs, Middleware, Gateways, Rapid Application Development