RQ10182 - Software Developer- Front End - Junior

Job 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

Requirements

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Engineering Practices 

• Ability to work collaboratively within a cross-functional Agile team - developers, UX designers, QA testers, and Product managers.
  
• Willingness to learn and apply best practices in front-end development
  
• Experience working as a member of autonomous, cross-functional product team
  
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to writing clean, maintainable code
  
• Experience with Agile practices and Azure DevOps tools
  
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing priorities
  
• Understanding of TDD methodologies, with hands on experience in writing and executing unit testing and automation testing.
  

Technical Skills 

• Hands-on experience developing responsive applications for both web and mobile platforms.
  
• Intermediate experience and knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frameworks such as React and Next JS.
  
• Hands on experience with Node JS.
  
• Experience and knowledge of HTML5, CSS3.
  
• Working knowledge of Azure DevOps, task boards, pipelines, etc.
  
• Hands on experience with responsive design, front-end testing and debugging techniques, performance optimization and version control/Git.
  
• Ability to analyze and translate user stories, business requirements and technical systems specifications into working, tested applications. 
  
• Developing detailed programming specifications.
  
• Ability to resolve and troubleshoot technical issues which arise during testing stages, or incidents reported in production.
  
•  Hands-on experience developing web application in compliance with PCI and WCAG 2.0 Standards
  
• Ensuring that applications meet the highest AODA standards
  
• Understanding of semantic HTML and ARIA roles for building accessible interfaces that work seamlessly with screen readers like JAWS
  
• Previous experience with Ontario government and knowledge of Digital Dealer Registration service.
  

Architecture and Design

• Understanding of modern, cloud-based architecture and component-based architecture in React
  
• Ability to implement reusable UI components independently or under guidance for high complexity
  
• Experience in understanding and implementing reusable and scalable components
  
• Awareness of performance optimization techniques for front-end applications
  
• Familiarity with software architecture principles and patterns such as serverless architecture, microservices, RESTful APIs
  

Communication Skills 

• Ability to clearly communicate ideas and ask questions when needed.
  
• A team player with strong collaboration skills and willingness to learn from senior team members.
  
• Ability 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 clients
  
• Ability to communicate technical designs and development in clear and understandable manner.
  
• Ability to document code and processes.
  
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills; verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
  

Must Have:

• Hands-on experience developing responsive applications for both web and mobile platforms.
  
• Intermediate experience and knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frameworks such as React and Next JS.
  
• Hands on experience with Node JS.
  
• Experience and knowledge of HTML5, CSS3.
  
• Understanding of modern, cloud-based architecture and component-based architecture in React
  
• Understanding of TDD methodologies, with hands on experience in writing and executing unit testing and automation testing.
  
• Experience with Agile practices and Azure DevOps tools
  

Nice to have:

• Previous experience with Ontario government and knowledge of Digital Dealer Registration service.