Job Overview
Company logo: HM Note: This hybrid contract role is three (3) days in office. Candidates resume must include first and last name.
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
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
Skills
Experience and Skill Set Requirements
Technical Skills 30%
Experience with Agile methodologiesExperience with React framework and typescriptExperience with Node.js and Next.jsExperience building and testing RESTful APIsWorking knowledge of Jamstack ArchitectureHands on experience with Progressive Web AppsHands on experience with responsive design, front-end testing and debugging techniques, page load optimization and version controlExperience and expert knowledge in HTML, JavaScript, CSS and CSS FrameworksWorking knowledge of DevOps, task boards, pipelines, etc.Experience with headless content management systemsExperience creating front end functionality for login page, profile creation, customer notifications and self-service sign-upRequired to translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications. This includes:Developing detailed programming specificationsWriting and/or generating codeCompiling data-driven programs, maintaining, and conducting unit testsResolves and troubleshoots technical problems which arise during the use and operation of software packages, including technical assistance in implementation, conversion, and deployment
Experience 30%
Experience with cloud platforms such as AzureExperience with Agile methodologies including using kanban/task boardsExtensive experience with JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and front-end languages, user interface design.Experience with RESTful APIs.Experience in programming and analysis; specialized software package support at the specified experience levelAbility to collaborate with IT Professionals throughout the Software Development Life CycleExperience in structured methodologies such as Agile Scrum for the development, design, implementation, and maintenance of applicationsExperience in design, code, test, debug and document applicationsExperience in application design, latest design patterns, deployment, and troubleshootingExperience with one or more communications protocolsExperience eliciting and documenting information from diverse business area stakeholders and subject matter expertsExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skillsA team player with a track record for meeting deadlinesHands on experience building integrations to IAA systems such as Azure AD B2C Authentication, Okta Authentication
Communication Skills 10%
Strong communication skills to prepare documentation, including but not limited to: solution documentation, user manuals, reports, reviews, assessmentsAbility to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively and in a user-friendly manner; maintain a high level of customer service to both internal and external clientsAbility to communicate designs and development in clear and understandable manner
Must Haves
Experience with React framework and typescriptExperience with Node.js and Next.jsExperience building and testing RESTful APIsWorking knowledge of Jamstack Architecture