RQ11439 - Software Developer - Senior

Responsibilities: Translate business requirements and technical specifications into scalable, secure, and fully tested full-stack applications • Develop detailed technical designs and programming specifications • Write, review, and maintain clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices • Build and enhance data-driven applications and backend services • Design and execute unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure quality and reliability • Design and implement modern, responsive frontend components using React • Develop robust backend services and APIs using Spring Boot • Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices architectures • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across development, testing, and production environments • Support application deployment, data migration, and system integration activities • Collaborate with cross-functional teams through code reviews, design sessions, and Agile ceremonies • Ensure all solutions meet security, performance, scalability, and accessibility standards (AODA compliance) • Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes, tools, and standards • Provide technical support for implementation, system integration, data conversion, and migration activities. General Skills: • Experience in programming and systems analysis within enterprise application environments • Strong ability to collaborate with IT professionals across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) • Experience in application design, modern design patterns, deployment, and troubleshooting • Experience designing, coding, testing, debugging, and documenting applications • Proficiency in object-oriented programming languages (e.g., Java) and modern scripting languages (JavaScript/TypeScript) • Experience with relational database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL) and SQL development • Experience building and supporting data-driven applications • Experience working with API-based and web applications (REST/HTTP protocols) • Experience using query languages and data access tools • Experience with structured methodologies (Agile/Waterfall) for design, development, implementation, and maintenance • Ability to elicit, analyze, and document requirements from business stakeholders and subject matter experts • Experience in application deployment and environment management • Experience troubleshooting and resolving application and integration issues • Ability to work with integration patterns and communication protocols • Experience producing technical documentation and design artifacts • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills • Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment • Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines 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. • Familiar with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). • Ability to provide user and system documentation as required. Requirements Experience and Skill Set Requirements: Must Haves: • 10+ years’ experience in developing n-tier Enterprise applications • Expertise in application design, latest design patterns, deployment and troubleshooting • Expertise in JPA or Hibernate, and Spring Boot Framework • Proficient in database design and SQL development, with solid expertise in PostgreSQL, PL/pgSQL, Azure Cosmos DB • JavaScript / TypeScript frameworks such as React, Angular • Experience gathering and documenting requirements from business stakeholders • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Nice to Have: • Experience building cloud-native, internet-facing applications • Agile development experience - Scrum, User Stories, CI, and test automation etc. • Experience with middleware, API gateways, or integration services • Experience leading design walkthroughs and technical discussions • Knowledge of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and WCAG standard • Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to contribute to technical leadership and quality assurance Skill Set Requirements: Backend Development (Java/ Spring Boot/ Spring/ Integration): • 8–10+ years’ experience developing n-tier enterprise applications • Strong hands-on experience with Spring Boot and the Spring Framework (Core, MVC, Security, Data, Batch) • Proven experience designing and building RESTful APIs • Demonstrated expertise in application architecture, design patterns (MVC, Security, integration patterns), and performance optimization • Experience implementing and managing caching solutions using technologies such as Redis • Experience integrating with enterprise systems and service integration platforms or integration hubs • Proven ability to deliver secure, scalable, and production-ready backend solutions • Strong experience with unit testing and integration testing Frontend (React / Angular): • Strong experience with modern frontend frameworks such as React and/or Angular • Proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript (ES6+) for building web applications • Experience developing responsive, accessible, and user-friendly interfaces (AODA/WCAG awareness) • Proven ability to implement component-based architecture and reusable UI components • Experience integrating frontend applications with RESTful APIs and backend services • Understanding of frontend performance optimization, state management, and application scalability Database & ORM: • Strong experience with PostgreSQL and SQL, Azure Cosmos DB • Experience in schema design and normalization, query optimization and indexing and writing database functions (PL/pgSQL preferred) • Hands-on experience with ORM frameworks, JPA, Hibernate and MyBatis • Experience integrating ORM frameworks with backend services • Experience supporting data-driven applications Cloud Platform (Azure): • Demonstrated experience with Azure services such as, Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Azure Storage, and Azure Database for PostgreSQL etc. • Experience deploying and supporting cloud-native applications • Understanding of scalability, monitoring, and cloud security Test Automation & Quality Engineering: • Strong experience in test automation across unit, API, and end-to-end (E2E) testing • Hands-on experience with unit testing frameworks such as JUnit 5 and Mockito • Experience with frontend testing frameworks such as Jest • Experience implementing end-to-end testing using tools such as Playwright or Katalon • Experience with API testing automation and validation of RESTful services • Experience applying Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) practices • Proven ability to design, implement, and maintain automated test suites within CI/CD pipelines Agile / Collaboration / Soft Skills: • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Participation in, code reviews, design sessions • Proven ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines.