Responsibilities:

• 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

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