Software Developer – Back End

Softline Technology
Toronto, ON

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Job details

Contract
5 days ago

Qualifications

Azure
Cloud architecture
Node.js
Kubernetes
Ansible
DevOps
Encryption
Enterprise architecture
Java
Application development
Databases
SQL
Analysis skills
Docker
Cloud development
JavaScript
REST
Software development
APIs
Business requirements
Jenkins
TypeScript
Information management
Python
Negotiation
Debugging
Identity & access management
SDLC

Full job description

Description

NOTE:

Assignment Type: This position is listed as Onsite; the resource is expected to work 7.25 hours per calendar day 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.

Extension/Amendment Attestation:

Extensions are permitted only to the extent of unused contract days and/or remaining contract funds. No additional funds will be added beyond the maximum contract value, including any extension options set out in the original SOW.

HSC may exercise its option to extend the SOW beyond October 5, 2027, provided that the Master Service Agreement is extended. Any such extension shall be on the same terms, conditions, and covenants as those contained in the SOW.

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 and conversion.

Facilitating IT development, design, construction, testing, promotion, implementation of web-based/n-tier, cloud-based and mainframe applications for workstreams.

Responsible for development utilizing a combination of cloud technologies to develop an integrated solution for online transactional processing and integration

Responsible for in integration of any Open Source Software (OSS) products into new and existing systems

Creation and walk-through of Systems Response documents, Technical Specifications, Application Inventory, and Implementation Plans.

Preparation of test plans, test data, and unit-testing of programs.

Preparation of implementation plans and promotion of programs.

System Support/Documentation

As assigned, response to client queries and troubleshooting of production incidents.

Conduct/participate in design walkthroughs as well as test case and test results walkthroughs.

Support testing of the changes by other team members.

Weekly reporting on status, progress, and key issue/concerns as directed by the Project Lead/Project Manager or Portfolio Manager.

Transfer skills and knowledge to selected OPS staff.

Experience Requirements

Role:

Software Developer – Back End
(X2) Level:

Senior

Criterion

Criterion Details

Price

(Lowest per diem proposed to RFS/Specific Vendor per diem) x maximum
points

30%

Technical Skills

Minimum 8+ years of
hands-on experience in cloud application development and engineering,

Demonstrated recent
expertise in Microsoft Azure (App Services, Azure Functions, AKS),
containerization (Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift), and DevOps/automation
tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines), including building
and integrating scalable, cloud-native enterprise solutions.

Demonstrated experience in
enterprise cloud architecture, security (IAM, encryption, compliance), data
engineering (ETL/ELT, Azure data services), observability
(monitoring/logging), and advanced DevOps/DevSecOps practices, including
API-driven integration, CI/CD pipeline design, and scalable,
high-availability

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 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

Expert in
one or more programming languages (Java, Python, SQL, JavaScript/TypeScript
with Node.js) with hands-on experience designing, developing and
integrating RESTful APIs.

n 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

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 front-end technologies

Knowledge and experience

to integrate the front-end elements into the application

50%

Analytical Skills

Analysis
of business requirement documents and liaison with clients

Experience
adopting and adhering to unified I&IT project management methodologies,
enterprise architecture and gating frameworks, and standard systems
development methodologies.

Respond
to client queries and troubleshooting of production incidents

Proven
and demonstrable troubleshooting and analytical experience.

30%

Communications
Skills

Strong verbal and written communications skills.

Strong Interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Strong consulting skills to engage with all
stakeholders.

A demonstrated team player with a track record
for meeting deadlines.

Demonstrated success in working productively
with business clients, developers, and technical specialists such as
DBAs, web administrators, etc.

Demonstrated experience reporting status,
progress, and key issue/concerns to project managers and leads.

15%

Public Sector
Experience

Experience
working in the public sector on a mid-tier cloud and/or legacy platform.

Supplier Comments

Closing Date/Time: 2026-07-13, 12:00 p.m.

Max submission: 2 (two)

5 days onsite

Must Haves:

Minimum 8+ years of hands-on experience in cloud application development and engineering,

Demonstrated recent expertise in Microsoft Azure (App Services, Azure Functions, AKS), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift), and DevOps/automation tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines), including building and integrating scalable, cloud-native enterprise solutions.

Demonstrated experience in enterprise cloud architecture, security (IAM, encryption, compliance), data engineering (ETL/ELT, Azure data services), observability (monitoring/logging), and advanced DevOps/DevSecOps practices, including API-driven integration, CI/CD pipeline design, and scalable, high-availability

Expert in one or more programming languages (Java, Python, SQL, JavaScript/TypeScript with Node.js) with hands-on experience designing, developing and integrating RESTful APIs.

Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development, implementation and maintenance of applications

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