RQ09052 - Software Developer - Senior

Rubicon Path; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Toronto is looking for a Senior Software Developer to work on critical digital products for the Criminal Justice system. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of software development experience, specializing in Angular and Restful APIs. This hybrid role requires a strong understanding of cloud solutions and application security. The successful applicant will be responsible for coding, testing, and integrating software solutions. Competitive salary and flexible working hours are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development experience with a strong focus on secure cloud solutions.
• 5+ years experience with Angular and Restful API frameworks.
• Strong understanding of application security in cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality software solutions for Criminal Justice system.
• Design and document software architecture and SDLC phases.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues.

Skills

Software development with Angular

Restful API development

Cloud solutions

SQL

Problem-solving

Tools

Spring Boot

JMS

AWS

Job description

About the job RQ09052 - Software Developer - Senior

Description

A Note on Assignment Type:

This position is currently listed as "Onsite"; however, the Assignment under this request will provisionally be "Hybrid", working 7.25 hours per calendar day, sometime between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM (excluding breaks) Monday to Friday inclusive, unless otherwise identified. These conditions are subject to change as the OPS reflects on its current situation. During the duration of the assignment, you will be under the discretion of the Hiring Manager's requirements for the Project you are assigned to.

Scope

• The Justice Technology Services - Digital Design Branch requires a software developer with analysis / design / development experience of delivering high-sensitive, high availability, high-performance and high-quality digital products based on Angular, Restful API (e.g. Spring Boot), Cloud-Native frameworks, Micro Service model, and UXD to build and enhance products for Criminal Justice Digital Design (CJDD) modernization program. Successful candidate will work on various applications and integration endpoints including Criminal eIntake, Digital Information Repository (DIR) and ICON (IBM Mainframe) Integration workstreams.
• The programmer developer will be responsible for analysis, design, coding and unit testing of applications capabilities and APIs using Restful API (e.g. Spring Boot) and Cloud-Native Angular technologies, translating functional specifications into working, tested applications (Front-end User-Interface, Backend logic, and integration tier). This includes developing detailed programming specifications, user interface designs, prototypes, writing and/or generating code, compiling data driven programs, compliance to security and accessibility standards / requirements, conducting unit tests, and debugging code.
• Key deliverables will include:
  • Development - Writing and/or generating code, conducting unit tests on written code.
  • Design and Documentation Participate in creation of high-quality software design and documentation of SDLC phases.
  • Support Assist with troubleshooting production issues, analyze logs, and support day‑to‑day operations

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

A Note on the VOR Master Service Agreement:

The VOR Master Service Agreement which expires on April 5, 2026, leaves some Contracts with funding unassigned for fiscal 2026‑27. If the current statement of work expires on March 31, 2026, the remaining funds can be used to exercise an option to extend the SOW beyond March 31, 2026, based on business case approvals. Such extensions will be allowable, only if the Master Service Agreement is extended beyond April 5, 2026, and be upon the same terms, conditions, and covenants contained in the SOW.

The start date is subject to change based on security clearances and contract signing timelines.

Mandatory Requirements

• At least 10 years of hands‑on experience with software development, especially highly sensitive / secure, high performance, high availability Cloud solutions, including application performance analysis, modeling, and tuning.
• Must have extensive experience (5+ years) in development of enterprise‑grade applications using Restful API and Angular frameworks, Micro Service Model, etc, and API documentation / testing.
• Experience with enterprise integration technologies, such as JMS, AMQP, REST, or IBM Mainframe interfaces (e.g. IMS Adapter), and an understanding of how to use them in a Spring Integration context.
• Strong skills in SQL, and extensive experience working with relational databases, such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or Oracle, and non‑structured database such as MongoDB.
• Have knowledge on application security in Cloud environment, for example, Oauth2, Multi‑Factor Authentication, SSO, OWASP, certificate based or protected API, JWT Authentication, TLS1.2, and Digital Signature (and its interoperability between multiple applications).

Nice to Have Requirements

• Hands‑on experience in PDF generation and implementation.
• Have knowledge in database administration, database performance management, data cleansing, data quality, and data conversion & validation.

Desired Skills and Experience

• A passion for staying up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies, and a desire to continuously learn and improve your skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and debugging skills, and experience diagnosing, uncovering pros & cons (beyond technical approach), and resolving complex issues.
• A track record of delivering high-quality, robust, and scalable solutions in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• 5+ years experience and strong expertise in the frontend UI development with Angular and Open‑Source Cloud‑Native framework, Micro Service Model, and AODA compliance (for example, validation and remediation using WAVE, AXE tools)
• Strong expertise in RESTful API (e.g. Spring Boot) design and development, documentation and testing.
• In‑depth knowledge of microservice architecture and experience building scalable, highly available, and highly sensitive systems, including intelligent & automated operational capabilities.
• Experience in Lean and/or Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban, and experience participating in sprint planning and retrospectives.
• Able to analyze business and functional requirements, lead/participate in JAD sessions and prepare required architecture documentation, and provide relevant input / support of Enterprise Architecture artifacts for all checkpoints as required.
• Experience with applying various design patterns and standards to the technical design and development.
• Assist with system and user interface design and modifications (data & screen) as required.
• Ability to transfer knowledge to team members and other personnel.
• Hands‑on experience with delivering product features (Product Backlog Items, User Stories, Non‑Functional Requirements) from beginning to end (requirements, development, unit and integration testing) without supervision, and with effective collaboration.
• Experience with enterprise integration technologies, such as JMS, AMQP, REST, or Mainframe interface, and an understanding of how to use them in a Spring Integration context.
• Knowledge of data transformation techniques, such as mapping and normalization, and experience using them in a Spring Integration context.
• Strong skills in SQL and experience working with relational databases, such as SQL Server, or Oracle.
• Understanding of security best practices and experience implementing authentication, authorization, and encryption.
• Previous knowledge of working with containerized environments such as Azure, OpenShift, etc.
• Strong experience with writing automated tests (e.g. using Selenium tool), including unit, API test, and a deep understanding of the testing process, including experience with WAF OWASP practices (investigation and remediation).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Resumes Evaluation/Criteria

Criteria 1: Technical Design - 35 Points

• Extensive experience with REST API (e.g. Spring Boot) design and development, including experience with API documentation and testing.
• Strong experience in developing Single Page Application (SPA) by using Angular Cloud Native Frameworks.
• Demonstrated and results‑based experience in User Interface design, integration design, and data modeling for enterprise applications.
• Skilled in designing highly sensitive, high performance, high availability solutions from business requirements, especially using UML, JEE, and Service Bus.
• Practical knowledge in applying various design patterns and standards to the technical design and development.
• Knowledgeable in Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) for web application development, OMG technical standards, OWASP practices, and OPS architecture standards.

Criteria 2: Technical Framework - 35 Points

• Hands‑on and demonstrated experience in design and development using Microservice architecture, API Services, Enterprise Service Bus, Message Queue, etc.
• Hands‑on and demonstrated experience in Java Frameworks (e.g. Spring, Shiro, Primefaces etc.), and technologies such as Hibernate, JSF, etc.
• Hands‑on experience in developing Single Page Application (SPA) by using Angular.
• Must have prior experience in working with containerized environments such as Azure, OpenShift, Docker, Kubernetes, Microservices, etc.
• Knowledge of web accessibility / AODA compliance, (for example, validation and remediation using WAVE, AXE tools), test automation (e.g. using Selenium tool), DevOps CI/CD pipeline.
• Skill and knowledge of IBM Mainframe integration concept and implementation (e.g. IMS Adapter).
• Relevant experience of Cloud monitoring, logging, and alert / notification capabilities (e.g. Azure App Insights) and skills in operational effective (e.g. automation, and proactive remediation).

Criteria 3: Integration and Data Management Skills - 20 Points

• Hands‑on and demonstrated experience in design and development using Microservice architecture and API Services.
• Strong experience with enterprise integration technologies, such as Azure Service Bus, JMS, AMQP, REST, or IBM Mainframe adapter.
• Strong experience in integrating web applications with RESTful APIs. Knowledge of HTTP protocols and AJAX.
• Knowledge of data transformation techniques, such as mapping and normalization, and experience using them in a Spring Integration context.
• Strong skills in SQL and experience working with relational databases, such as SQL Server, or Oracle.
• Knowledge in database administration, database performance management, data cleansing, data quality, and data conversion & validation.

Criteria 4: Security - 10 Points

• Demonstrated experience with Security in Cloud environment, for example, Oauth2, Multi‑Factor Authentication, OWASP, SSO, PKI, certificate based or protected API, JWT Authentication, TLS1.2, etc.
• Understanding of High Availability, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity.
• Understanding of security best practices and demonstrated experience in implementing authentication, authorization, and encryption.
• Understanding of common web security practices and vulnerabilities. Knowledge of how to secure applications against common threats.

Knowledge Transfer

What needs to be KT

• Code & Documentations of all type assigned for this role

To whom

• Project Manager/Team Members

When

• 1:1 meetings / team meetings / documentation on SharePoint site, throughout the duration of the project life cycle etc.