Software Developer - API - Senior

LanceSoft Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Toronto is seeking a Software Developer with strong API skills to translate technical specifications into applications. The role involves developing REST APIs, collaborating with IT professionals, and ensuring software quality through testing and troubleshooting. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in C#, .NET technologies, and a solid understanding of software development principles.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, and Web API experience.
• Experience in developing secure .NET applications and REST APIs.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical specifications into working applications.
• Develop REST API platforms and troubleshoot software issues.

Skills

Programming

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

C#

.NET Core

ASP.NET MVC

ASP.NET Web API

Entity Framework

SQL Server

Git

Swagger

Docker

Terraform

Job description

Title: Software Developer - API
Location: Toronto, ON
Duration: 12 Months

Description
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.
• Analyzes, designs, develops, codes and implements programs in one or more programming languages, for Web and Rich Internet Applications
• Supports applications with an understanding of system integration, test planning, scripting, and troubleshooting
• Designs and develops REST API platform (e.g., with using Apigee/APIM) o Converts web services from SOAP to REST or vice-versa
• Resolves and troubleshoots technical problems which arise during the use and operation of software packages, including technical assistance in implementation, conversion and migrations.

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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 API Skills
• Experience with Web Technologies (DHTML, AJAX, etc.)
• Experience with Security frameworks (e.g., JWT, OATH2)
• Experience in API layer like security, custom analytics, throttling, caching, logging, monetization, request and response modifications etc. using Apigee
• Experience in creating REST API documentation using Swagger and YAML or similar tools desirable
• Experience with Integration frameworks (e.g., Mule, Camel) desirable

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

Skills
Experience and Skill Set Requirements
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 4 years of C#
• At least 3 years of .NET Core or .NET 5+
• At least 3 years of ASP.NET MVC
• At least 3 years of ASP.NET Web API
• At least 3 years of Entity Framework or Entity Framework Core or other .NET supported ORM technologies like Dapper
• At least 3 years of Sql Server or similar relational database management systems (RDBMS)
• At least 3 years of source control e.g. Git
• At least 2 years of REST API development
• At least 3 years of developing secure .NET applications. E.g. token or claims based authorization, authentication/authorization technologies such as OAuth, Windows Auth, Basic Auth, etc.
• Basic understanding of the .NET framework. I.e. Common Language Runtime (CLR), Intermediate Language (IL), memory management (especially related to proper use of handles), etc.
• At least 2 years of the OpenAPI specification (Swagger)
• At least 2 years of .NET cloud development
• At least 2 years of integrating software monitoring and analytics/logging platforms
• Working experience of asynchronous programmaing and event-based patterns.
• Working knowledge of robust design patterns that enforce software modularity, reusability, testability, and extensibility.
• Working experience of unit tests
• Working experience of documenting and versioning software
• Working knowledge of docker containers and server platforms such as IIS
• A solid understanding of OOP principles
• Experience with react and node.js
• At least 3 years of Open API Specification and Swagger
• 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

• Good experience with infrastructure as code specifically Terraform
• 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 clear and understandable manner

Must Have:

• At least 4 years of C#
• At least 3 years of .NET Core or .NET 5+
• At least 3 years of ASP.NET MVC
• At least 3 years of ASP.NET Web API