Junior Developer (JavaScript, SQL, VBA, Automation)

BeachHead; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Developer located in Toronto, Ontario, to support innovative automation solutions for a top financial institution. This role involves developing and maintaining automation tools, collaborating with stakeholders, and participating in agile practices. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in VBA, SQL, and JavaScript, with strong communication skills. This opportunity offers a pathway for growth within a major financial organization and can lead to full-time positions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience with VBA, SQL, JavaScript, and related development tools.
• Proven ability to write, update, and debug code from scratch, with strong coding quality.
• Effective communication skills, both written and interpersonal.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and debug code for automation tools and process enhancements.
• Support existing production systems used across Operations & Delivery teams.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements.

Skills

VBA

SQL

JavaScript

HTML/CSS

Communication skills

Agile methodologies

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

MS Access

MS Excel

Job description

Are you passionate about coding and eager to support innovative automation solutions? Apply now!

Working with one of our top financial institution clients, this role calls for a Junior Developer (JavaScript, SQL, VBA, Automation) and offers an exciting opportunity to work on impactful projects within a leading organization. In this position, you'll support existing production tools, collaborate with business partners, and contribute to the development of new process improvement solutions in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and debug code for automation tools and process enhancements, ensuring alignment with project specifications and quality standards.
• Support existing production systems used across Operations & Delivery teams, providing ongoing maintenance and improvements.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and delivery teams to understand requirements and develop effective solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, ensuring coding standards are maintained and best practices are followed.
• Document code, processes, and system changes thoroughly in the project repository.
• Assist in knowledge transfer sessions to ensure smooth onboarding for new team members and seamless transition of responsibilities.
• Contribute to an agile environment by supporting rapid deployment of tools and workflows, adhering to project timelines.

Desired Skill-Set

• Minimum of 2 years of experience with VBA, SQL, JavaScript, and related development tools.
• Proven ability to write, update, and debug code from scratch, with strong coding quality.
• Advanced knowledge of SQL and experience working with SQL databases.
• Proficiency in HTML/CSS and JavaScript for web-based automation, including using browser dev tools to analyze web APIs.
• Extensive experience with Visual Basic, MS Access, and MS Excel.
• Effective communication skills, both written and interpersonal, to liaise with stakeholders and team members.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience working within an Agile environment is a plus.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with Agile tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
• Experience participating in code reviews, debugging, and documentation practices.
• Prior experience working in a financial services environment or supporting operational functions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid (remote/hybrid) setting with a personable and team-oriented attitude.

This position is an excellent stepping stone for a motivated developer seeking growth opportunities within a major financial organization. You will engage in meaningful work supporting operational excellence, with potential for project extension or conversion to full-time employment.

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