Software Developer- Front End (RQ11548) Government Services Integration Cluster

Softline Technology Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Softline Technology Inc. in Toronto is seeking a front-end developer to design, develop and implement UI components for large-scale web applications. You will translate technical specifications into tested applications and collaborate across the SDLC with IT professionals.

Strong focus on React, Next.js, RESTful APIs, and responsive design is required. Experience with cross-browser compatibility and modern front-end frameworks, plus hands-on development in a team environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in programming and analysis and the software development life cycle.
• Ability to collaborate with IT professionals throughout the SDLC.
• Experience in designing, coding, testing and documenting applications.
• Experience in cross-browser compatibility and responsive frameworks.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and modern front-end tooling.
• Proficiency with React, Next.js, and TypeScript in complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement front end code including UI interactions and attractive user interfaces.
• Translate technical specifications into working, tested applications and develop coding specifications, write and generate code, and perform unit tests.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

React

Node.js

Next.js

RESTful APIs

HTML5

CSS

TypeScript

Job description

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing and implementing front end code including user interface interactions and creating attractive and effective user interfaces
• Required to translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications. This includes developing detailed programming specifications, writing and/or generating code, compiling data-driven programs, maintaining, and conducting unit tests.
• Resolves and troubleshoots technical problems which arise during the use and operation of software packages, including technical assistance in implementation, conversion and migrations.

General Skills

• Experience in programming and analysis; specialized software package support at the specified experience level
• Ability to collaborate with IT Professionals throughout the Software Development Life Cycle
• Experience in structured methodologies for the development, design, implementation and maintenance of applications
• Experience in design, code, test, debug and document applications
• Experience in the use of object and/or third generation language development tools
• Experience in one or more programming languages
• Experience in application design, latest design patters, deployment and troubleshooting
• 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
• Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development, implementation and maintenance of applications
• Experience eliciting and documenting information from diverse business area stakeholders and subject matter experts
• 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 Front End Skills

Front End Skills

• Knowledge and experience coding and using basic artwork to deliver a complete user interface
• Experience creating web interfaces for large websites.
• Experienced with complex large-scale systems
• Experience with Cross browser compatibility
• Experience with Responsive frameworks
• Experience with Social Media APIs
• Experience defining product strategy and roadmap
• Experience working with external third parties to assess partnerships and licensing opportunities, runs beta and pilot programs with early-stage products and samples, and becomes an expert with respect to the competition

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge and experience with programming Internet-ready applications
• Knowledge and experience in rapid application development (RAD) methodologies
• Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices
• Experience with middleware and gateways
• Experience reviewing, analyzing, and modifying product installation scripts including encoding, testing, debugging
• Ability to provide post-implementation support and resolve any post-implementation technical issues
• Experience conducting design walkthrough sessions with project team
• Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards Ability to provide user and system documentation as required

Experience Requirements

Java language knowledge and experience – 20%

1+ years of demonstrated experience with the use of Java language

Java Development IDE Tools:Eclipse, IBM RAD, IBM RSA, InteliJ, Visual Studio Cod – 1+

Hibernate/JPA

Technical Skills – 40%

React – 1+

RESTful Web services – 1+

Javascript – 1+

Typescript – 1+

HTML 5.0, CSS – 1+

Node such as NPM – 1+

Spring Framework (MVC, Security, JPA, Boot)

Bitbucket – 1+

Experience with Responsive Web application development

5 days onsite

Must Have:

• Experience with Agile methodologies
• Experience withReact framework and typescript
• Experience with Node.js and Next.js
• Experience building and testing RESTful APIs
• Working knowledge of Jamstack Architecture
• Must have current/hands-on Development exp.
• Hands on experience with responsive design, front-end testing and debugging techniques, page load optimization and version control
• Experience working within a large organization / big teams