Junior Developer (contract up to 18-months)

Njoyn; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Vaughan seeks a Junior Developer on a contract up to 18 months to assist with technical systems support, analyze requirements, design custom solutions, and help deliver in-house software applications.

The role involves hands-on development, testing, incident handling, and ongoing maintenance across City systems. A two-year college diploma and at least one year in information systems are required, with flexibility to work outside regular hours and a valid Ontario G license.

Qualifications

• Two-year College Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or suitable equivalent.
• Minimum of one year experience in the field of Information Systems. Software development experience is an asset.
• Experience in architecture, IT operations, Web-development, Mobile development, enterprise solutions, or telecommunications is preferred.
• Ability to attend City related meetings and work outside regular hours.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design, development, and delivery of custom applications.
• Provide hands-on fixes, install software/hardware, and configure systems and applications.
• Support testing of new/existing software under development or consideration for purchase.
• Field incident tickets and communicate issues to stakeholders.
• Maintain and enhance performance of software and applications across the organization.

Job description

Junior Developer (contract up to 18-months)

JD#: MC685

Job Number: J0926-0670

Job Title: Junior Developer (contract up to 18-months)

Vaughan is one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities. Its emerging downtown, the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre; Canada’s first smart hospital, the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital; and the 900-acre North Maple Regional Park continue to generate momentum and excitement. Be part of something amazing and build your career at the City of Vaughan!
The City is an equal-opportunity employer and a forward-looking municipality that is committed to fostering a dynamic workplace that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming. As an award-winning organization for its employment and diversity and inclusivity practices, the City is focused on providing its employees with a thriving professional environment that leverages flexible work arrangements, a family-focused benefits package emphasizing work-life balance, learning and growth opportunities, and a place where collaboration and teamwork are valued.
Excellence demands brilliant personalities, visionary thinking and a passion for public service. Vaughan is your place to grow.

Position Overview

Responsible for providing Technical Systems support to the City of Vaughan including analyzing technical requirements, designing custom solutions, recommending technical options, performing unit testing, and any associated documentation. The Junior Developer is also responsible for assisting in the design, delivery, and improvement of in-house software applications and related courseware.

Responsibilities

Applications and Software Solutions

• Participate in the design, development, and delivery of custom applications.
• Perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, installing hardware, implementing file backups, and configuring systems and applications.
• Conduct research into software application products and services in support of development and purchasing efforts.
• Provide support for the testing of new and existing software applications under development or consideration for purchase.
• Field incoming incident tickets from end users to resolve application and software issues within servers, databases, and other systems.
• Communicate application problems and issues to key stakeholders, including management, development teams, end users, and unit leaders.
• Maintain and enhance performance of all new and existing software and applications across the organization.
• Test fixes and perform post-resolution follow-ups to ensure problems have been adequately resolved.
• Learn appropriate software applications used and supported by the organization.
• Perform preventative maintenance, including the installation of service packs, patches, hot fixes, anti-virus software, and so on.
• Apply diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting.

Other Duties

• Performs other related tasks and projects, as assigned, which are in accordance with job responsibilities or necessary departmental or corporate objectives.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and the corporate Occupational Health and Safety Policy and related procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarian Disability Act (AODA) and related policy and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Two (2) year College Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or suitable equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in the field of Information Systems. Software development experience is an asset.
• Experience in any of the following areas: architecture, IT operations, Web-development, Mobile development, enterprise solutions, and telecommunications is preferred.
• Must be able to attend City related meetings as required.
• Knowledge of, or demonstrated ability in, the City’s core competencies and relevant functional competencies.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours.
• A valid Ontario ‘G’ driver’s license, in good standing, with access to a reliable vehicle for corporate use.

Working Conditions

• This role travels outside the office, as required, to meet with vendors as well as departments throughout the City of Vaughan.

Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Please contact [e-mail] if you require an accommodation, and we will work with you to meet your needs.