Software Developer - Junior

Title

Software Developer - Junior

Description

NOTE: The FFS resource is working 5 days onsite at the identified OPS location.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical system specifications into working, tested application components under guidance.
• Develop detailed programming specifications and implement solutions by writing, generating, and maintaining code.
• Compile and maintain data‑driven programs and perform unit testing to validate functionality.
• Design, code, test, debug, and document application components in accordance with established standards and methodologies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during application development, testing, or operation.
• Provide technical support for system implementation, conversions, and migrations.
• Support CSC release activities and ongoing application and infrastructure sustainment efforts, including:
• Urgent operational priorities
• Time‑sensitive upgrades
• Changes to existing systems and platforms
• Collaborate with technical leads and team members throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

General Skills

• Experience in application programming and analysis at a junior level.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with IT professionals across all phases of the SDLC.
• Experience using structured methodologies for application design, development, implementation, and maintenance.
• Experience designing, coding, testing, debugging, and documenting applications.
• Familiarity with object‑oriented and/or third‑generation programming languages and development tools.
• Experience working with one or more programming languages.
• Basic understanding of application design principles, common design patterns, deployment processes, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience or exposure to relational and/or hierarchical database technologies.
• Familiarity using query languages and information retrieval tools.
• Basic understanding of communication protocols and system integration concepts.
• Experience gathering and documenting information from business stakeholders and subject matter experts.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with effective verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and meet assigned deadlines.

Desirable Skills

• Experience developing or supporting internet‑ready or web‑based applications.
• Familiarity with Rapid Application Development (RAD) or iterative development methodologies.
• Knowledge of Information Management principles, policies, and best practices.
• Experience or exposure to middleware technologies and gateway integration.
• Experience reviewing or modifying application installation or deployment scripts, including testing and debugging.
• Ability to provide post‑implementation support and assist with resolving application issues.
• Experience participating in technical design walkthrough sessions.
• Knowledge of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and related accessibility standards.
• Ability to produce user and system documentation.

Additional Skills for Oracle Software Developer

• Experience supporting or assessing Oracle E‑Business Suite customizations and extensions.
• Exposure to Oracle Financial modules such as General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Collections, Accounts Payable, or Inventory.
• Programming experience with Oracle technologies, including PL/SQL, SQL, XML, Unix shell scripting, or Oracle Data Integrator (ODI).
• Familiarity with Oracle E‑Business Suite table structures (GL, AR, AP, INV, FND).
• Basic understanding of SQL performance tuning concepts.
• Exposure to data warehousing concepts, ETL methodologies, or reporting tools (e.g., OBIEE).
• Experience or knowledge of Java and Oracle Application Development Framework (ADF) is an asset.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to support technical quality assurance activities under guidance.

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Software Development - 45%

• Experience troubleshooting and resolving performance issues in web‑based applications and Windows services .
• Experience developing and contributing to reusable software components .
• Experience developing and supporting web applications across multiple browsers and browser versions .
• Experience analyzing business and technical requirements to determine functional requirements for reports and system enhancements .
• Experience developing applications that store and retrieve data using relational databases .
• Experience developing applications that are built, packaged, and deployed through automated pipelines is an asset.
• Experience diagnosing application issues without direct access to deployment servers .
• Knowledge of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and WCAG AA requirements for web applications.

Technical Skills - 40%

• Experience developing, testing, and debugging system enhancements using Microsoft Visual Studio 2017 and/or 2022 .
• Experience coding in C# using .NET Framework 4.8 or later .
• Experience working with XML .
• Experience working with Oracle 19c , including PL/SQL .
• Experience using Azure DevOps , including Git version control and YAML pipelines .
• Experience developing web applications using client‑side technologies, including:
• Angular (v17 with TypeScript, RxJS, NgRx)
• AngularJS
• Bootstrap
• JavaScript, jQuery, HTML5, and CSS3
• Experience with basic configuration and administration of Microsoft Windows and Linux/UNIX‑based operating systems .

Soft Skills - 10%

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with QA specialists, product owners, and technical stakeholders .
• Ability to communicate clearly with team members and seek guidance when appropriate .
• Demonstrated willingness to learn new technologies and continuously improve technical skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills .
• Experience working in a team‑based environment , with exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Attention to detail to ensure code quality, accuracy, and functional correctness .
• Experience collaborating with multiple teams or stakeholder groups in the delivery of solutions.

Organization Experience - 5%

• Previous public sector experience in an organization of equivalent size.

Assignment Type - 5 days Onsite

MUST HAVES:

• Knowledge of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and WCAG AA requirements for web applications.
• Experience developing, testing, and debugging system enhancements using Microsoft Visual Studio 2017 and/or 2022 .
• Experience coding in C# using .NET Framework 4.8 or later .
• Experience working with XML .
• Experience working with Oracle 19c , including PL/SQL .
• Experience using Azure DevOps , including Git version control and YAML pipelines .
• Experience developing web applications using client‑side technologies, including:
• Angular (v17 with TypeScript, RxJS, NgRx)
• AngularJS
• Bootstrap
• JavaScript, jQuery, HTML5, and CSS3
• Experience with basic configuration and administration of Microsoft Windows and Linux/UNIX‑based operating systems .