Software Developer - Full Stack - Senior (JAVA & Angular)

Job Title: Software Developer - Full Stack Senior (JAVA & Angular) Location: Toronto / St. Catharines Work Model: Onsite Duration: 6 months Extension: 1 Time Must Haves • 8+ years of experience developing large-scale, production business applications using Java for backend/API development • 5+ years of experience with Angular (or comparable modern JS/TS framework) for front-end development • Reverse engineer and re-platform the existing logic ( (e.g., WebFOCUS) Description / Responsibilities / Skills Background Information • This engagement supports the design, development, and delivery of a replacement operational reporting portal. • The successful resource(s) will re-platform existing WebFOCUS reports into a modern, supportable web application hosted in the ministry's Azure environment. • In accordance with Ontario Public Service (OPS) architecture, security, and accessibility standards. General Skills • Experience with Agile/Scrum methodology for the development, design, implementation, and maintenance of applications. • Experience with relational database technologies and SQL, including reading and refactoring existing report/query logic. • Ability to work independently and deliver production-ready components with minimal supervision, following knowledge transfer. Full Stack Skills • Design and implementation of overall solution architecture for a web-based reporting application. • Supporting the implementation/upkeep of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, e.g., Azure DevOps. • Ensuring the solution is designed and built for performance, scalability, and maintainability. Desirable Skills • Working knowledge of Power BI. • Working knowledge of Databricks. • Knowledge and understanding of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards. Deliverables • Fully commented and functional Angular front-end code for the reporting portal • Unit test code and automated UI test coverage • Responsive, accessible (AODA-compliant) report views translated from existing WebFOCUS report layouts • Design and construction of REST API services exposing report and reference data • Documentation for developers on effective use, integration, and versioning of the API • Java-based backend services connecting the application to underlying relational databases • Migration and refactoring of existing WebFOCUS SQL and report logic into the new application • Source code developed to specification, version-controlled in Azure DevOps • Knowledge transfer sessions and supporting documentation for ministry technical staff on the design and implementation of the reporting portal Experience & Skill Set Requirements Full Stack Development Java & Angular • Demonstrated ownership of end-to-end solution architecture across the full stack, including sound trade-off decisions made independently • Depth and breadth of hands-on full stack delivery will be weighted heavily, as this is the core capability required for the engagement Database, SQL & Reporting Logic Migration • Strong experience with relational database technologies and SQL • Experience with database design and deployment API Development & Azure Deployment • Experience designing, building, and documenting REST API services • Experience deploying and supporting applications in a Microsoft Azure environment • Working familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps) sufficient to integrate with an existing pipeline maintained by a separate team Agile Methodology & OPS Delivery • 5+ years of experience with Agile/Scrum delivery methodologies • Knowledge of Ontario Digital Service standards and/or prior experience in an Ontario Public Service (OPS) or broader public sector IT environment • Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and take ownership of delivery timelines, commensurate with a senior-level engagement Personal Skills • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills • Solid business acumen; ability to dialogue with business teams/leadership to understand priorities and goals, with a focus on delivering business value