Senior Programmer / Developer

PeopleToGo; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Senior Programmer/Developer to design and develop web applications primarily using the Microsoft .NET Framework. Candidates should have a strong background in programming, especially with SharePoint, and effective teamwork skills are essential. The role involves preparing documentation and may require occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in .NET development.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Visual Studio 2005/2008 and SharePoint Services.
• Experience in programming, structured methodologies, and data technologies.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing Web Applications using Microsoft .NET Framework.
• Preparing user, system and operations documentation.
• Proposing solutions to project issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Teamwork

Job description

Role : Senior Programmer / Developer (four positions)

Responsibilities

Designing and developing Web Applications using the Microsoft .NET Framework , compiling data-driven programs, unit testing and coordinating quality assurance and user acceptance. The resource will also be required to prepare and coordinate user, system and operations documentation.

Experience

Candidates should have at least three years of experience developing Web-based, Windows-based, or distributed applications by using the Microsoft .NET Framework. Candidates should have a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 or Visual Studio 2008 and Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services development.

General & specific skills

• Experience in programming and analysis at the specified experience level
• Experience in structured methodologies for the development, design and implementation of applications
• Experience working with XML, the Microsoft .NET Framework, and Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services development.
• 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
• Knowledge and experience with programming distributed and multi tiered applications

System Integration

Data Loading and Conversion

• 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

Specific Functional Knowledge or Background

Knowledge and experience with Object-Oriented programming, distributed and multi tiered applications

Knowledge and experience in Client-Server structured environment

Experience with middleware and gateways

Experience with and knowledge of the processes and procedures of large Municipal / Law Enforcement Departments would be an asset

Project Management skills and experience are highly desirable

Description of the work required and deliverables

• Creating Business solutions by using Office SharePoint Server 2007
• Integrating business data with Office SharePoint Server 2007
• Accessing Office SharePoint Server 2007 Application Platform Services
• Creating reports using Cognos BI 8 suite
• Develop forms and workflows using Adobe LiveCycle
• GIS software programming
• Propose solutions to any issues associated to the project.
• Prepare / coordinate user, system and operations documentation.

Transfer of Knowledge

Document any changes to programs, scripts, operating instructions, methodology and architecture.

Work day is 7 hours, Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays; working hours are 08 : 30 to 16 : 30 with one hour unpaid lunch. In case of a production problem there may be an occasional need for overtime or work outside of regularly scheduled hours.

Term of Engagement

This engagement is estimated to begin Jan 3, 2011 for a period of approximately 12 months.