Full Stack

Source Code; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software development company in Toronto seeks a skilled developer for a one-year contract role focused on full stack development, emphasizing back-end technologies. The candidate should have over five years of JAVA experience, along with thorough knowledge of Agile methodologies and DevOps practices. Responsibilities include translating systems specifications into applications, troubleshooting software issues, and fostering collaboration within development teams. Ideal candidates will have deep familiarity with the Spring framework, REST APIs, and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of JAVA-based development experience.
• 3+ years with Spring framework and RESTful APIs.
• Experience with Agile methodology and DevOps tools.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical specifications into tested applications.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during software operations.
• Conduct knowledge transfer to fellow developers.

Skills

Programming and analysis experience

Collaboration with IT professionals

Experience in structured methodologies

Knowledge of multiple programming languages

Experience with database technologies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Tools

JAVA

Spring framework

SQL

Azure DevOps

JIRA

Job description

1 year contract (with possibility of extension)

Responsibilities

Required to translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications. This includes analysis, design and 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 on-going production support.

Knowledge transfer to fellow developers

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

Full Stack Skills (with More focus on Back-end)

• Proficient with back end and front end development, including any associated areas such as database design/management and DevOps
• Knowledge and experience with design and implementation of the overall web architecture
• Experience with implementation of approved user interface, design and deployment of database
• Knowledge and experience ensuring the entire stack is designed and built for speed and scalability
• Knowledge and experience with the design and construction of REST API services
• Knowledge and experience integrating front-end UI with the constructed API
• Knowledge and experience in design and implementation of continuous integration and deployment
• SkillsExperience and Skill Set Requirements

Technical Skills - 60%

• 5 yr+ Demonstrated experience in JAVA-based software development.
• 3 yr+ Demonstrated experience in Spring framework, Spring JDBC, JSON Token (JWT), Restful API, PLS/SQL, Oracle DB.
• 3 yr+ Demonstrated experience in SpringBoot series: Eureka server, Zuul Gateway, SpringBoot web, SpringBoot webservice, SpringBoot data/JPA, Swagger-UI tools, Open UI tools, Hudson/Jenkins, Maven.
• 3 yr+ Experience with the agile user story and defect management life cycle using Azure DevOPS or JIRA.
• Curam experience is a big plus

Automation Testing Skills - 20%

• 3 yr+ Experience in developing unit tests using Junit or TestNG.
• Experience participating in Test Data creation and analysis skills in agile scrum sprints.
• Experience participating in automation of Regression Testing in agile scrum sprints.
• Experience using SQL to verify data integrity in agile scrum sprints.

Knowledge of Methodologies - 10%

• Working knowledge of SDLC and the Agile development methodology.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with RDBMS design concepts.
• Demonstrated experience in identifying risk and providing solutions.

Communication Skills - 10%

• Ability to build good working relationships.
• Positive team player.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.