Job Location: 222 Jarvis St,Toronto,Ontario(Hybrid Position - 3 days onsite)
Job Duration: Long-TermJob Description
Responsibilities: Responsible for managing the interchange of data between the
server and the users. 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 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 Back End
Skills Knowledge and experience with developing all server-side logic, definition and
maintenance of the central database, and ensure high performance and
responsiveness to requests from the front-end. Knowledge and experience with frontend
technologies Knowledge and experience to integrate the front-end elements into
the application 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
Please note: Resource needs to be available December and January for operational support.
SkillsExperience and Skill Set RequirementsResponsibilities / Assignment Deliverables:
Coordinate and assist with testing after mainframe software/hardware infrastructure
upgrades and disaster recovery process for PPSR
Monitor data usage and provide support for daily/monthly/year-end job scheduled
Provide ad hoc query requests to PPSR business area and/or auditors
Create operational support documentation and train others
Analysis leading to detailed information related to the current system logical and
physical design and code structures during the concept phase of project
Analysis of technical database requirements leading to definition of changes required
to support the new system. Implementation of these changes
Creation of technical specifications in accordance with the OPS standards
Identification of problems/issues along with mitigation strategies
Regular status reports on progress made
Effective knowledge transfer to I&IT cluster staff as all stages of this assignment
Report status to and follow overall direction from the Project Manager and/or Lead
technical Coordinator
Logical and physical design required to incorporate the required changes JAD
sessions/walkthroughs to vet the design and obtain signoff of the technical
specifications
Development of new code and modification of existing code (online, batch, and
workstation) to implement the design as approved in the technical specifications
Interface with the mid-tier developers
Ensure that the appropriate QA technical standards are incorporated into all artefacts
and system code
Preparation of test data and code unit testing
Participation in integration testing including input to the integration test plan, setup of
the test environment, creation of test data, execution of integration tests with the
Business Analysts and developers, recording of test results and defect repair
Planning and participation in code retrofit with other developers that are modifying the
same code in other projects
Analysis of reported defects and corrections required to eliminate the defects
Use of Ministry-mandated management tools for code libraries
Skill Set Requirements for Mainframe Developers:
10+ years experience in programming and analysis at the specified experience level
10+ years experience in structured methodologies for the development, design,
implementation, and maintenance of applications
10+ years experience in design, code, test, debug, and documentation of
applications
10+ years experience with hierarchical database technologies such as IMS DB and
VSAM to perform IMS Database Re-Organization, Unload/Reload, and Recovery
Control
10+ years experience in designing and developing Mainframe applications in large
integrated IMS DB/DC Full Function and FASTPATH
10+ years experience in using TSO/ISPF, BTS, JCL, REXX, Clist, Enterprise COBOL,
Assembler
Proven experience with CA Scheduling, MVS File-Aid and MVS Abend-Aid tools
Proven Experience in the use of third generation language development tool CA
Telon, and IBM ACB, BDB and PSB Generation
Proven Experience in the use of information retrieval packages using CA Easytrieve,
CA SAR
Proven experience with IBM 3270SNA, NDM communications and others
Proven experience with all stages of automated system implementation in large
complex high volume online and batch Mainframe transactions environments
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision making skills, verbal and written
communications skills, interpersonal and negotiation skills
Demonstrable knowledge of Personal Property Security registration (PPSR) or similar
property registration system
Demonstrable knowledge and experience in working in accordance with policies and
procedures on the Ontario Public Service
Evaluation:
Property Registration Software - 30%
Experience with Personal Property Security registration (PPSR) or similar property
registration systems
Mainframe Environment - 20%
10+ years of experience in designing and development Mainframe applications in
large integrated IMS DB/DC Full Function and FASTPATH environments
10+ years of experience with hierarchical database technologies such as: IMS DB
and VSAM, to perform IMS Database Re-organization, Unload/Reload, and Recovery
Control
Programming Languages - 10%
10+ years experience in using COBOL, JCL, Assembly, TSO/ISPF, BTS, Clist, REXX
within the last 5 years
10+ years experience in programming and analysis
Experience in design, code, test, debug , and documenting applications
Experience with CA Scheduling, MVS File-Aid and MVS Abend-Aid tools
Experience in the use of third generation language development tool CA Telon, and
IBM ACB, BDB and PSB Generation
Experience in the use of information retrieval packages using CA Easytrieve, CA SAR
Experience with IBM 3270SNA, NDM communications and others
Interpersonal and Communication Skills - 5%
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, verbal and written
communications skills, interpersonal and negotiation skills
Large Enterprise Organization Experience - 5%
Experience working in accordance with policies and procedures of Ontario Public
Service, or similar large Enterprise environments
Experience with OPS architecture, applications, databases, and systems
Supplier CommentsClosing date: 2024-09-24, 4:30 p.m.
Max submission - 1 (one)
Hybrid Position - 3 days onsite
Must Haves:
- 10+ years of experience in designing and development Mainframe applications in large integrated IMS DB/DC Full Function and FASTPATH environments
- 10+ years of experience with hierarchical database technologies such as: IMS DB and VSAM, to perform IMS Database Re-organization, Unload/Reload, and Recovery Control
- 10+ years experience in using COBOL, JCL, Assembly, TSO/ISPF, BTS, Clist, REXX within the la