RQ10811 Software Developer Senior

Project Background Information:

Support and enhance the CCIS (Child Care Inspection System) application hosted on the GeoHub platform. GeoHub serves as a comprehensive geospatial data discovery platform for childcare related programs. This ongoing initiative prioritizes the consolidation of geospatial data conducting spatial analysis and generating map visualizations. These efforts aim to empower the Division by uncovering valuable insights and trends that inform policy and funding decisions.

Responsibilities/Assignment Deliverables:

• Provide technical expertise and project leadership in the design development and maintenance of specialized systems applications using Geographic Information System (GIS) technology including analyzing client ministries business needs in relation to clients programs and services delivery requirements and providing solution options
  
• Conduct joint application development sessions feasibility studies cost benefit analysis and create prototypes
  
• Design and construct application development plans and technical specification documents
  
• Research trends in the use of GIS and maintain contacts with industry and other I&IT inter/intra-ministerial committees and task forces
  
• Lead and develop geoprocessing and GIS web services
  
• Lead and develop server-side geoprocessing and automation scripts
  
• Identify and lead continuous improvement activities to streamline technical processes and to keep up with emerging trends in technology
  
• Actively transfer knowledge and train team members to build technical capabilities within the unit
  

Requirements

Experience and Skill Set Requirements:

Must Haves:

• Knowledge and experience with: 3-tier systems design Geographic Information Systems (GIS) theory cartography spatial information principles model building geo-processing and the ESRI suite of ArcGIS applications; knowledge of web-service technology including data transfer Web Mapping Services (WMS) and Web Feature Services (WFS)
  
• ArcGIS Pro as primary desktop GIS application and advanced knowledge of Geoprocessing tools
  
• Managing & publishing services for ArcGIS Online ArcGIS Portal and ArcGIS Server
  
• Developing web-based applications using Esri tools such as ArcGIS Enterprise ArcGIS Dashboard Experience Builder Arcade or ESRI Web API for JavaScript ArcPy
  
• Experience with structured programming (R Python).
  
• Experience with front-end development framework JavaScript HTML CSS Responsive Design
  
• Experience with analyzing data using a variety of methodologies and techniques (e.g. spatial analysis) and compile produce and maintain geographic datasets.
  

Nice to have:

• previous OPS / Public sector exp
  

Skill Set Requirements:

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge and experience with: 3-tier systems design Geographic Information Systems (GIS) theory cartography spatial information principles model building geo-processing and the ESRI suite of ArcGIS applications; knowledge of web-service technology including data transfer Web Mapping Services (WMS) and Web Feature Services (WFS)
  

Advanced experience with:

• ArcGIS Pro as primary desktop GIS application and advanced knowledge of Geoprocessing tools
  
• Managing & publishing services for ArcGIS Online ArcGIS Portal and ArcGIS Server
  
• Developing web-based applications using Esri tools such as ArcGIS Enterprise ArcGIS Dashboard Experience Builder Arcade or ESRI Web API for JavaScript ArcPy
  
• Experience with structured programming (R Python).
  
• Experience with front-end development framework JavaScript HTML CSS Responsive Design
  
• Understanding of spatial database design management architecture access techniques and data integration.
  
• Knowledge and understanding of Azure Cloud technologies and protocols
  
• Knowledge and understanding of data transfer methodologies and structures including SOAP REST AJAX XML and JSON
  
• Experience creating maps and applications which adhere to WCAG AA 2.0 for accessibility
  
• Have experience with Oracle Azure SQL MS SQL Server database management PL/SQL stored procedures db triggers
  

Analytical and evaluative skills:

• Evaluative skills to assess client needs and requirements interpret results and determine appropriate solutions.
  
• Experience with analyzing data using a variety of methodologies and techniques (e.g. spatial analysis) and compile produce and maintain geographic datasets.
  
• Identify the most efficient methods for development evaluating software trends to provide technical advice to management.
  
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost/benefit analysis to determine the appropriate technology for the client.
  
• You can translate enterprise information requirements into system specifications and detailed programming/testing of applications.
  

Project Management Communication and Customer Service Skills:

• strong oral and written communication skills to prepare reports presentations systems documentation and training materials with proven consultation and advisory skills
  
• proven ability to provide practical and proactive customer service
  
• strong skills in project scoping and planning (risk & mitigation schedule communication) as well as monitoring and controlling project execution
  
• demonstrated administrative and technical leadership skills to control project deadlines and provide technical guidance
  

Public Sector Experience: