HM Note: This hybrid role is three (3) days in office
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
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 patters, 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 in structured methodologies for the design, development, implementation and maintenance of applications
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
Front End Skills:
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
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
Responsibilities/Assignment Deliverables – Senior Front-End Developer
Designs, develops and maintains internal and external web applications. Uses knowledge of common web development languages to build and expand application functionality by writing high-quality code using appropriate patterns. Ensures applications remain scalable while complying to standards and following best practices. Tests and debugs applications and ensures that software is properly documented. Collaborates clearly and professionally as part of a development team and communicates with clients.
Mandatory Skills:
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7+ years of web development experience with HTML5, CSS3, SCSS/SASS, JavaScript, AJAX and jQuery
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5+ years of hands-on development in C#/ASP.NET including .NET Core
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3+ years of experience developing applications in script-based MV* front-end frameworks like Angular (or React) with TypeScript and component libraries
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Experience working with REST APIs, SQL, and non-relational databases such as Cosmos DB
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Experience with Git and knowledge of source control strategies
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Knowledge of WCAG standards and techniques, including WAI-ARIA and OWASP security principles/best practices
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Solid communications skills: the ability to understand (comprehension) and follow instructions and requirements to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
Nice to have skills:
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Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint: administration, SOAP/REST, SharePoint application development (SPFx)
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Experience working with Service Workers
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Experience with Microsoft Azure Cloud and DevOps
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Experience with Azure Functions
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Experience writing scripts with Python
Software Developer - Senior - Evaluation Criteria
Web Dev Skills: 25%
HTML5, CSS3, SCSS/SASS, JavaScript, AJAX and jQuery
ASP.NET/C# Skills: 15%
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Demonstrated experience working with ASP.NET technologies: OO design patterns, writing applications in C#, familiarity with .NET Core.
Front-End Frameworks: 30%
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Experience developing applications in script-based MV* front-end frameworks like Angular (or React) with TypeScript and component libraries
APIs and Databases: 15%
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Working experience with REST APIs, SQL, and non-relational databases such as Cosmos DB
Source Control: 5%
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Experience with Git and knowledge of source control strategies
Standards and Best Practices: 5%
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Knowledge of WCAG standards and techniques, including WAI-ARIA and OWASP security principles/best practices
Communications Skills: 5%
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Demonstrates the ability to understand (comprehension) and follow instructions and requirements to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
Must Haves:
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7+ years of web development experience with HTML5, CSS3, SCSS/SASS, JavaScript, AJAX and jQuery
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5+ years of hands-on development in C#/ASP.NET including .NET Core
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3+ years of experience developing applications in script-based MV* front-end frameworks like Angular (or React) with TypeScript and component libraries
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Experience working with REST APIs, SQL, and non-relational databases such as Cosmos DB
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Experience with Git and knowledge of source control strategies
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Knowledge of WCAG standards and techniques, including WAI-ARIA and OWASP security principles/best practices
