Job Description

Must-haves:

Stakeholder Collaboration ASP.NET Programming - all supported versions .NET Framework - all supported versions C #.Net VB.NET SQL XML Visual Studio - all supported versions MS SQL Server

Title

Software Developer_ Senior

Description

The VOR Master Service Agreement which expires on April 5, 2026, leaves some Contracts with funding unassigned for fiscal 2025-26. If the current statement of work expires March 31, 2026, the remaining funds can be used to exercise an option to extend the SOW beyond March 31, 2026 based on business case approvals. Such extensions will be allowable, only if the Master Service Agreement is extended beyond April 5, 2026 and be upon the same terms, conditions, covenants contained in the SOW.

NOTE: This position is currently listed as "Onsite"; however, the Assignment under this request will provisionally be "Hybrid", working 7.25 hours per calendar day, sometime between 8:00-5:00 PM (excluding lunch breaks) Monday to Friday inclusive, unless otherwise identified. These conditions are subject to change as the OPS reflects on its current situation. During the duration of the assignment you will be under the discretion of the Hiring Manager's requirements for the Project you are assigned to.

The start date is subject to change based on security clearances and contract signing timelines.

Scope

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Senior Programmer/Developer (L3) - Corrections Systems Portfolio

The Corrections Systems Portfolio is seeking a temporary Senior Programmer/Developer (Level 3) with 10+ years of experience to support the design, development, and maintenance of multiple systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for translating business requirements into robust, tested software solutions, including enhancements, troubleshooting, and break/fix support.

Deliverables

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Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:

Stakeholder Collaboration
o Engage with business clients, including executives and subject matter experts (SMEs), to understand business needs.

o Design technically sound solutions that align with GO-ITS and industry standards.

o Collaborate closely with JTS SMEs throughout the development lifecycle.

Application Development
o Design and develop new interfaces for .NET-based systems within the Corrections portfolio.

o Create detailed programming specifications, UI designs, prototypes, and generate application code.

o Conduct unit testing, debug code, and compile data-driven programs.

o Provide ongoing support for incident resolution, defect fixes, and change management.

Technical Execution
o Participate in coding and development of application components including:

o User interfaces

o Data services

o Data synchronization

o Deployment services

o Attend and contribute to project design sessions, JAD walkthroughs, and architecture reviews.

o Produce software architecture documentation and system design artifacts (e.g., use cases, class diagrams, component/state diagrams).

Testing & Deployment
o Develop documentation for testing, implementation, and defect tracking in accordance with OPS standards.

o Participate in unit, system, and integration testing.

o Prepare installation packages and deployment documentation.

o Support user authentication and access control development based on business rules.

Documentation & Reporting
o Maintain and update technical documentation, user guides, and training materials.

o Provide regular status reports, briefing notes, and other required documentation.

o Document all work and artifacts completed during the project.

Knowledge Transfer & Support
o Ensure comprehensive knowledge transfer to internal staff upon project completion.

o Attend meetings related to issue resolution and provide presentations as needed.

o Undertake special assignments or sub-projects as directed.

Compliance & Standards
o Adhere to JTS PMO and Enterprise Architecture documentation requirements.

o Ensure all deliverables meet OPS standards and project timelines.

Skills

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Skills and Knowledge:

As a candidate:

Technical Skills:

ASP.NET Programming - all supported versions

.NET Framework - all supported versions C #.Net VB.NET SQL XML Visual Studio - all supported versions

MS Web Services Enterprise Library

Team Foundation Server - all supported versions

Experience in programming and analysis at the specified experience level

Experience in structured methodologies for the development, design, implementation and maintenance of applications

Windows Communication Foundation Windows Presentation Foundation Web Client Software Factory MS Sync Framework

MS SQL Server - all supported versions Oracle RDMS - all supported versions .

Reasoning, Problem-Solving, Planning, Analyzing and Assessing Skills:

You can ensure that ongoing application development, technical work, operations and services are planned, scheduled, executed, monitored and evaluated.

You have demonstrated experience analyzing complex system problems and resolving them with minimal impact to the business.

You have demonstrated experience assessing clients' information/systems needs and leading the development of information technology solutions which are cost effective and improve clients' program/service delivery.

Stakeholder Communication Skills:

You have demonstrated interpersonal skills to work with varied stakeholders at all levels in the organization.

Research Skills:

You can maintain current knowledge of trends and advances in IT across various computing platforms, including configuration and/or new development, analysis and design techniques.

You can work with a high- impact team, on new technologies and techniques, supporting research, experimentation with your colleagues.

Mandatory Requirements:

Stakeholder Collaboration ASP.NET Programming - all supported versions .NET Framework - all supported versions C #.Net VB.NET SQL XML Visual Studio - all supported versions MS SQL Server

Criteria Ratings

Criteria 1 MS .Net & Tools

Criteria 1 Points 30

Criteria 1 Details

Experience building applications using the following Microsoft and MS .Net elements Windows Communication Foundation Windows Presentation Framework MS Web Services Entity Framework Visual Studio 2008 2010 Team Foundation Server
Criteria 2 .NET programming

Criteria 2 Points 30

Criteria 2 Details

Experience coding and implementing applications using, C#.Net and ASP.Net and Microsoft Web Services

Criteria 3 Database

Criteria 3 Points 20

Criteria 3 Details

Experience coding and implementing SQL procedures, scripts, and Object

Criteria 4 Stakeholder Communication Skills

Criteria 4 Points 10

Criteria 4 Details

Strong communicator with demonstrated interpersonal skills to work with varied stakeholders at all levels in the organization. A team player.
Criteria 5 Technical, Analytical and Research Skills

Criteria 5 Points 10

Criteria 5 Details

Experience in working with a high- impact IT team. Advanced experience with applying industry web, architectural and security standards and best practices. Ability to learn new technologies and techniques through research, experimentation and from colleagues. Ability to ensure that ongoing application development, technical work, operations and services are planned, scheduled, executed, monitored and evaluated. Demonstrated experience analyzing complex system problems and resolving them with minimal impact to the business clients. Demonstrated experience assessing clients' information/systems needs and leading the development of information technology solutions which are cost effective and improve clients' program/service delivery.

Knowledge Transfer

Knowledge to be Transferred:

(at the end of the contract)

Transition Support KT will commence 2 weeks prior to the end of contract, with the FFS resource providing KT to the FTE resource.
Knowledge to be Transferred to:

To an FTE resource.
Details of Transfer:

(how transfer will occur)

The FTE will meet weekly with the consultant to facilitate the knowledge transfer. All aspect of design, documentation and code related to this project will be transferred to the FTE. All code and related documentation will be stored in the JTS TFS for retrieval. The FTE will also ensure the consultant is checking-in proper version of the code and the related documents into the repository.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: Up to $95.00 per year

Application question(s):

Do you have experience in Ministry of Public?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5B 2L1