Senior Full Stack Developer

Humber College; Toronto; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Guelph-Humber invites applications for a Senior Full Stack Developer. This full-time role emphasizes database design, SQL, backend PHP/Laravel development, and integration across enterprise systems, including guelphhumber.ca and my.guelphhumber.ca.

You will collaborate with Enterprise Systems and Data Integration, work with Drupal 10, Docker, Linux, CI/CD, and ensure security, data integrity, and performance in a complex post-secondary IT environment.

Qualifications

• A four-year degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Programming or a related discipline.
• A minimum of five years of relevant software development experience in enterprise applications.
• Strong SQL and MySQL database skills with relational modelling and optimization.
• Proficiency in PHP and Laravel including API design and integration.
• Experience with Python for data automation and ETL pipelines.
• Docker/Podman, Linux, Apache/Nginx, and CI/CD practices.
• Experience with Drupal 10, modules, theming, and Composer.
• Git, testing, debugging, and documentation.
• Experience with institutional enterprise systems and related platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain secure, scalable applications and data systems.
• Focus on database architecture, SQL, and backend development.
• Support application ecosystem including web and SharePoint platforms.
• Develop data pipelines and enable system integrations across campuses.
• Ensure security, accessibility, data integrity, and reliability.

Skills

SQL

MySQL

PHP

Laravel

Python

Docker/Podman

Git

Drupal 10

REST APIs

CI/CD

Security

Education

Four-year degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SharePoint

Colleague

Banner

PeopleSoft

Job description

Job Description - Senior Full Stack Developer - UGH - FT Support (37384)

Senior Full Stack Developer - UGH - FT Support - ( 37384 )

Achieve Better Together at Guelph-Humber

At the University of Guelph-Humber, we offer career paths that open a world of infinite possibilities for you to explore. People are at the heart of the Guelph-Humber experience. Every day we work together to deliver excellence, and in doing so, we redefine what it means to be a leader in providing an education that offers a unique blend of academic and immersive, real work experiences combining theory and practice to solve complex challenges. Join us!

If you are interested in working in higher education and are looking to contribute to Guelph-Humber’s unique academic offering, here is your opportunity to join our team.

Position Title: Sr. Full Stack Developer

Status: Full Time

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Program/Department: Finance, IT and Administration

Campus/Location: The University of Guelph-Humber (207 Humber College Blvd, Toronto) is located within the traditional and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit.

Payband: I
Salary Range: $41.20 - $47.57
Starting Salary: $41.20; Progression through the payband is in accordance with the increments in the payband as outline in the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement based on actual service in the payband.

About the Sr. Full Stack Developer Role:

The Senior Full Stack Developer designs, develops, integrates and maintains secure, scalable enterprise applications and data systems, supporting the University of Guelph-Humber’s academic and administrative operations. With a strong focus on database architecture, SQL and backend development, the role delivers reliable solutions from technical design through deployment, and ongoing maintenance and support.

Reporting to the Manager, Enterprise Systems and Data Integration, the incumbent supports the University’s application ecosystem, including guelphhumber.ca, my.guelphhumber.ca, SharePoint and related services. Responsibilities include database development, application integration, data pipelines, frontend development and infrastructure support, ensuring system performance, security, accessibility, data integrity and reliability.

What you bring to the role:

Education

A four-year degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Programming or a related discipline.

Experience and Skills

A minimum of five years of relevant software development experience, including independently delivering and supporting complex enterprise applications on:

Database development: Advanced SQL and MySQL skills, including relational modelling, schema design, complex queries, optimization, data integrity and troubleshooting.

Backend development: Strong PHP and Laravel expertise, including Eloquent ORM, secure application architecture, authentication, RESTful APIs and system integrations.

Data integration: Proficiency in Python for automation, data processing, transformation and ETL pipelines across institutional systems.

Infrastructure and deployment: Experience with Docker/Podman, Linux, Apache/Nginx, application monitoring and CI/CD practices.

Content management: Experience with Drupal 10, including custom modules, themes, configuration management, Composer and Drush.

Software engineering: Proficiency with Git, testing, debugging, code reviews, technical documentation and modernization of legacy applications.

Enterprise systems: Experience integrating institutional platforms, including student information, authentication and learning systems. Familiarity with Colleague, Banner or PeopleSoft is an asset.

Professional skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience in complex post-secondary IT environments is preferred.

At the University of Guelph-Humber, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Guelph-Humber. If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job.

We thank you for your interest in working with the University of Guelph-Humber. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Support Staff and Academic positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.

What’s In it for you?

An opportunity to be a part of building the University of Guelph-Humber's future.

Be part of a diverse, hard-working, and supportive team.

Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.

Work/Life balance with above-average days off due to university closure schedules.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The University of Guelph-Humber is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity, and inclusion in a post-secondary environment. The University of Guelph-Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. The University of Guelph-Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Accommodation

The University of Guelph-Humber is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with

applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti-Discrimination Statement

At the University of Guelph-Humber, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ([e-mail]).