Software Developer

Description

Software Developer

Responsibilities

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

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

This position is listed as “Onsite”; the resource is expected to work between the standard working hours of 8:00-5:00 PM (excluding lunch breaks) every Monday to Friday inclusive at the identified OPS office location.

Experience Requirements

Required Skills & Experience – 60%

10+ years of development experience in high-scale, distributed systems.

Strong expertise in backend frameworks such as Spring Boot, Node.js, or .NET Core.

Experience with Microservices architecture and API development.

Hands-on experience with SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra) databases.

Proficiency with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized application management.

Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or similar).

Knowledge of API gateways, service discovery, and load balancing in cloud environments.

Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Experience implementing security best practices for cloud-based applications.

Proficiency in Git, GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket for version control.

Strong problem-solving skills and experience optimizing high-traffic backend systems.

Preferred Qualifications-30%

Experience with serverless computing (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions).

Knowledge of event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ, Azure Service Bus/Event Grid).

Familiarity with cloud monitoring & logging tools (Azure Application Insights, Prometheus, Grafana).

Performance tuning and optimization in high-traffic, distributed environments.

Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or GCP) are a plus.

Soft Skills – 10%

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, agile team.

Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Supplier Comments

Closing Date/Time: 2026-06-24, 12:00 p.m. EST

Max submission: 1 (one)

5 days onsite

Must Have:

10+ years of development experience in high-scale, distributed systems.

Strong expertise in backend frameworks such as Spring Boot, Node.js, or .NET Core.

Proficiency with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized application management.

Knowledge of API gateways, service discovery, and load balancing in cloud environments.