RQ08327 - Software Developer- Front End - Junior

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 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.

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.

Experience (30%):

• 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 such as Agile Scrum for the development, design, implementation, and maintenance of applications.
• At least 1 year of Java Open JDK 8 and 11.
• At least 1 year of Spring Boot 2 or 3.
• Experience in test automation using Playwright.
• At least 1 year of SOAP Web Service.
• At least 1 year of REST Service.
• At least 1 year of Git, DevOps, CI/CD.
• At least 1 year of Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience in Java Data JPA and Hibernate.
• Experience in database development and SQL.
• Experience in Open API Specification and Swagger.
• Experience with front end technologies, React and Node.JS.
• Experience in design, code, test, debug and document applications.
• Experience in application design, latest design patterns, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• 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.

Technical Skills (30%):

• Required to translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications.
• Technical skills and hands-on experience to reflect the technologies noted in experience above (Java, Azure, etc).
• 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 deployment.

Communication Skills (10%):

• Strong communication skills to prepare documentation, including but not limited to: solution documentation, user manuals, 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 Haves:

• At least 1 year of Java Open JDK 8 and 11.
• At least 1 year of Spring Boot 2 or 3.
• Experience in test automation using Playwright.
• At least 1 year of SOAP Web Service.
• At least 1 year of REST Service.
• Experience with front end technologies, React and Node.JS.