Solutions Architect

MUST HAVES:

• 10 years of experience in the following:
• Experience in structured methodologies for development design implementation and maintenance of multi-tiered Web based Client/Server and mobile applications
• Experience framework 4.6 and later C# MVC DevExpress Controls JavaScript/JQuery XML/XSL JSON Entity Framework Web Service SOAP WCF
• Experience with relational database technologies (MS SQL 2012 and later) data modelling T-SQL stored procedures tables/views query optimization.
• 3 years experience with development of solutions in cloud computing (Azure Cloud) technologies.
• 3 years experience with DevOps including GitHub Testing tools Automated deployment.

Description

• Ensure Accessibility standards are met (AODA).
• Developing and maintaining system design models program codes technical documentation and specifications.
• Ensure development of application solution is implemented and in accordance with the business requirements.
• Designing developing and implementing web applications that work across modern browsers and various platforms and mobile devices.
• Conducting research and assessment of options for technical design issues.
• Contributing to design/development project plans including work breakdown and resources estimates.
• Assist with data validation testing.
• Assist and ensure unit testing meets expected functionality requirements.
• Support User acceptance testing defect management resolution.
• Ensuring compliance with architecture framework and system standards and Agile Development Methodology.
• Leading-edge technologies design criteria including usability security and privacy for web and mobile applications.
• Knowledge transfer and documentation as prescribed by the Project Manager and Manager.

NOTE

• Assignment Type: This position is listed as Onsite; the resource is expected to work 7.25 hours per calendar day between the standard working hours of 8:00-5:00 PM (excluding lunch breaks) every Monday to Friday inclusive at the identified OPS office location.
• Extension/Amendment Attestation: Extensions are permitted only to the extent of unused contract days and/or remaining contract funds. No additional funds will be added beyond the maximum contract value including any extension options set out in the original SOW.

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Technical Skills - 50 points

• 10 years of experience in the following:
• Experience in structured methodologies for development design implementation and maintenance of multi-tiered Web based Client/Server and mobile applications
• Experience framework 4.6 and later C# MVC DevExpress Controls JavaScript/JQuery XML/XSL JSON Entity Framework Web Service SOAP WCF
• Experience with relational database technologies (MS SQL 2019 and later) data modelling T-SQL stored procedures tables/views query optimization
• Experience with reporting generation tool (e.g. Microsoft SSRS) and ETL tool (e.g. Microsoft SSIS)
• 5years experience with Microsoft Team Foundation Server and issue tracking systems.
• 5 years experience with one or more communications protocols and IIS server (Internet Information Services)
• Experience with making Application accessibility compliant (AODA)
• 3 years experience with development of solutions in cloud computing (Azure Cloud) technologies.
• 3 years experience with DevOps including GitHub Testing tools Automated deployment.
• 2years experience with Microservices architecture including Restful API development.
• Experience with containers-based architecture like Docker orchestration engine like Kubernetes Pivotal Cloud Foundry platform
• Core Skill and Experience - 30 points
• 10 years experience with Solutions development.
• Experience with the privacy and security requirements or software development in a health context or equivalent.
• Demonstrated knowledge of leading technical design security and recovery procedures for application development.
• Experience with relational and hierarchical database technologies.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience with the use of information retrieval packages using query languages.
• Experience in producing reports and conducting unit testing and application integration testing.
• Experience with one or more communications protocols.
• Experience in creating Architecture Artefacts based on OPS standards.
• Experience in production environment troubleshooting and tuning to improve application performance
• Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles concepts policies and practices

General Skills - 15 points

• 5 years of experience working with federal/provincial/broader public-sector healthcare providers
• Knowledge of OPS Enterprise Architecture artifacts (or similar) processes and practices and ability to produce technical documentation that comply with industry standard practices
• Demonstrated strong leadership and people management skills
• Proven technical leadership skills with ability to identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions
• Exceptional analytical problem solving and decision-making skills Demonstrated strong interpersonal verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Proven troubleshooting and critical thinking experience
• Demonstrated ability to apply strong listening skills to facilitate issue resolution
• Effective consulting skills to engage with all stakeholders with proven track record for building strong working relationships
• Strong interpersonal facilitation and negotiation skills with ability to build rapport with stakeholders and drive negotiations to a successful outcome
• Excellent customer service skills including tact and diplomacy to ensure client needs are managed effectively
• A motivated flexible detail-oriented and creative team player with perseverance excellent organization and multi-tasking abilities and a proven track record for meeting strict deadlines

Public Sector/Healthcare Experience - 5 points

• 5 years of experience working with federal/provincial/broader public-sector healthcare providers
• Knowledge of Public Sector Enterprise Architecture artifacts (or similar) processes and practices and ability to produce technical documentation that comply with industry standard practices
• In-depth knowledge of industry standard such as Project Management Institute (PMI) and Public Sector I&IT project management methodologies.
• Knowledge and experience with Public Sector Health related projects
• Knowledge and understanding of Ministry policy and IT project approval processes and requirements
• Experience adopting and adhering to Public Sector Unified I&IT Project Methodology Public Sector Enterprise Architecture and Public Sector Gating process and Public Sector Standard Systems Development Methodologies
• Experience with large complex IT Health-related projects
• Knowledge of ministry managed solutions (e.g. HDCS).