RQ09905 - Software Developer - Back End - Senior

Job Description

<p><b>Responsibilities:</b><br></p><li>Responsible for managing the interchange of data between the server and the users.<br></li><li>Required to translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications.<br></li><li>This includes:<br></li>
<li>developing detailed programming specifications writing and/or generating code compiling data-driven programs maintaining, and conducting unit tests<br></li><li>Resolves and troubleshoots technical problems which arise during the use and operation of software packages, including technical assistance in implementation, conversion and<br></li><p><b>General Skills:</b><br></p><li>Experience in programming and analysis; specialized software package support at the specified experience level<br></li><li>Ability to collaborate with IT Professionals throughout the Software Development Life Cycle<br></li><li>Experience in structured methodologies for the development, design, implementation and maintenance of applications<br></li><li>Experience in design, code, test, debug and document applications<br></li><li>Experience in the use of object and/or third generation language development tools<br></li><li>Experience in one or more programming languages<br></li><li>Experience in application design, latest design patters, deployment and troubleshooting<br></li><li>Experience with relational and hierarchical database technologies<br></li><li>Experience in the use of information retrieval packages using query languages<br></li><li>Experience with one or more communications protocols<br></li><li>Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development, implementation and maintenance of applications<br></li><li>Experience eliciting and documenting information from diverse business area stakeholders and subject matter experts<br></li><li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills<br></li><li>A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines<br></li><p><b>Back End Skills:</b><br></p><li>Knowledge and experience with developing all server-side logic, definition and maintenance of the central database, and ensure high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end.<br></li><li>Knowledge and experience with front-end technologies<br></li><li>Knowledge and experience to integrate the front-end elements into the application<br></li><p><b>Desirable Skills:</b><br></p><li>Knowledge and experience with programming Internet-ready applications<br></li><li>Knowledge and experience in rapid application development (RAD) methodologies<br></li><li>Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices<br></li><li>Experience with middleware and gateways<br></li><li>Experience reviewing, analyzing, and modifying product installation scripts including encoding, testing, debugging<br></li><li>Ability to provide post-implementation support and resolve any post-implementation technical issues<br></li><li>Experience conducting design walkthrough sessions with project team<br></li><li>Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards<br></li><li>Ability to provide user and system documentation as required<br></li>
<br><br><h3>Requirements</h3><p><b>Experience and Skill Set Requirements:</b><br></p><p><b>Must Haves:</b><br></p><li>10+ years' experience in programming and analysis at the specified experience level<br></li><li>10+ years' experience in structured methodologies for the development, design, implementation, and maintenance of applications<br></li><li>10+ years' experience in design, code, test, debug, and documentation of applications<br></li><li>10+ years' experience with hierarchical database technologies such as IMS DB and VSAM to perform IMS Database Re-Organization, Unload/Reload, and Recovery Control<br></li><li>10+ years' experience in using TSO/ISPF, BTS, JCL, REXX, Clist, Enterprise COBOL, Assembler<br></li><p><b>Skill Set Requirements:</b><br></p><p><b>Property Registration Software:</b><br></p><li>Experience with Personal Property Security registration (PPSR) or similar property registration systems<br></li><p><b>Mainframe Environment:</b><br></p><li>10+ years of experience in designing and development Mainframe applications in large integrated IMS DB/DC Full Function and FASTPATH environments<br></li><li>10+ years of experience with hierarchical database technologies such as: IMS DB and VSAM, to perform IMS Database Re-organization, Unload/Reload, and Recovery Control<br></li><p><b>Programming Languages:</b><br></p><li>10+ years experience in using COBOL, JCL, Assembly, TSO/ISPF, BTS, Clist, REXX within the last 5 years<br></li><li>10+ years experience in programming and analysis<br></li><li>Experience in design, code, test, debug , and documenting applications<br></li><li>Experience with CA Scheduling, MVS File-Aid and MVS Abend-Aid tools<br></li><li>Experience in the use of third generation language development tool CA Telon, and IBM ACB, BDB and PSB Generation<br></li><li>Experience in the use of information retrieval packages using CA Easytrieve, CA SAR<br></li><li>Experience with IBM 3270SNA, NDM communications and others    <br></li><p><b>Interpersonal and Communication Skills:</b><br></p><li>Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, verbal and written communications skills, interpersonal and negotiation skills    <br></li><p><b>Large Enterprise Organization Experience:</b><br></p><li>Experience working in accordance with policies and procedures of Ontario Public Service, or similar large Enterprise environments<br></li><li>Experience with OPS architecture, applications, databases, and systems<br></li>
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