Note: Hybrid Work - Will work in the office 3 days per week (40 St. Clair West, Toronto) and 2 days remotely.

Must haves:

• Possess a strong background in both solution design and the preparation of related architectural documentation, ensuring alignment with project objectives and standards.
• Extensive Software Development Experience: A minimum of 5 years in software development, with hands-on experience in Dynamics 365, Microsoft Power Platform, and Azure solution design.
• Proficient in Modern Technologies: Strong skills in custom Web API development, ASP.NET, .NET Core, Entity Framework, Azure SQL, and JavaScript, along with practical experience in GIS-based projects using Esri technologies like ArcGIS Portal and/or ArcGIS Online.
• Robust Technical and Analytical Skills: Expertise in application design, troubleshooting, and deployment using best practices, coupled with experience in structured methodologies for software development.
• Effective Communication and Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment throughout the Software Development Life Cycle.

Description

Major Responsibilities:

• Required to translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications. This includes:
  • a. developing detailed programming specifications
  • b. writing and/or generating code
  • c. 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.
• Conduct technical and business knowledge transfer to assigned LRC staff during and upon contract completion

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

General Skills:

• Possess a strong background in both solution design and the preparation of related architectural documentation, ensuring alignment with project objectives and standards.
• 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

Evaluation Criteria:

Technical Expertise (30%)

• Minimum of 5 years in software development, with proven experience in Dynamics 365, Microsoft Power Platform, and Azure.
• Proficiency in modern development technologies, including custom Web API development, ASP.NET, .NET Core, Entity Framework, Azure SQL, and JavaScript.
• Knowledge with GIS technologies, specifically Esri ArcGIS Portal and/or ArcGIS Online.
• Knowledge in Internet-ready applications development and rapid application development (RAD) methodologies.
• Familiarity with middleware, gateways, and installation script management.

Software Development & Methodologies (25%)

• Proficiency in design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation of applications.
• Experience with structured methodologies for software development (SDLC), including design patterns, troubleshooting, and deployment.
• Background in relational and hierarchical database technologies.
• Ability to support and maintain applications post-implementation, including issue resolution.

Solution Design and Architecture (20%)

• Strong skills in solution design and the creation of architectural documentation aligned with project goals and standards.
• Demonstrated capability to translate technical specifications into functional applications with a focus on usability and quality.
• Knowledge of object-oriented and third-generation language development tools.

Analytical, Problem-Solving, and Communication Skills (25%)

• Demonstrated ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues effectively.
• Proficiency in eliciting and documenting requirements from diverse stakeholders and subject matter experts, ensuring alignment throughout the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Excellent decision-making, verbal, and written communication skills for engaging with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Proven track record as a collaborative team player with experience in design walkthroughs and stakeholder negotiation.