Senior Java Full Stack Developer

MUST HAVES:

• Java programming on Sun Solaris and RED-HAT/Linux WebSphere Liberty Profile/WebSphere Application server WebSphere Studio Application Developer web services OAuth2 IBM Cloud J2EE and associated frameworks API Connect Kafka electron Spring Boot
• Java Java EE Java Frameworks Java Scheduling/Threading JavaScript RESTFUL web services Redhat/Linux scripting
• Oracle RDBMs(12c) SQL PL/SQL JSON XML ETL stored procedure optimized database queries data architecture data design and modelling data mapping and database query performance tuning
• Knowledge and experience with API testing and management tools such as Postman SOAPUI Swing
• UI Frameworks (React Spring jQuery Struts) or similar frameworks for web and mobile applications
• Analysis design and development work on complex multi-tier web-based applications micro-services architecture mobile and off-the-shelf solutions
• Designing developing and implementing applications that work across modern browsers and various platforms and mobile devices
• Developing medical and clinical based systems

Description

• NOTE
  • Extension/Amendment Attestation: Extension(s) only allowed using unused days/funds left on contract. No additional funds will be added beyond the maximum contract value and any extension options included in the original SOW.
  • 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.
• Identify develop document and implement enhancements related to business process changes identified by business users
• Develop and implement new reports
• Modernize applications with recent technologies
• Identify develop document and implement resolutions for software errors (i.e. bugs) related to data entry or data accuracy identified by users
• Assist the with application packaging for deployment on hosting servers
• Incorporate/integrate HSC common utilities and lookup features and ensure that duplicate functionality is not developed where common utilities already exist
• Develop ad-hoc reports which do not currently exist in to support program users
• Perform data extracts for detailed analysis of data including data quality validation by program users
• Update the necessary systems documentation following the implementation of code changes/enhancements
• Provide system documentation to support application development work
• Track monitor and prioritize change requests identified by PHU staff and keep current the Training Guide
• Assist with webinars or training sessions in support of the changes or enhancements
• Support User Acceptance Testing and system deployments
• Conduct thorough unit and integration testing of the solution development work
• Provide application fixes as required to support the user acceptance testing and deployment activities related to the above deliverables
• Assist stakeholders with understanding how the implementation of enhancements/software fixes will impact existing application structures
• Participate in provincial working groups where appropriate to provide assistance to further the development of database
• production application
• Troubleshoot technical problems and identify and implement resolutions
• Resolve software error fixes (i.e. bugs)
• Provide communication bulletins for extended or widespread identified problems/issues
• Assess and resolve support tickets logged by PHU users.

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Public Sector Experience - 5 points

• Experience working with federal/provincial/broader public-sector healthcare providers
• Knowledge of the provincial immunization system and Public Sector large complex IT Health related projects or equivalent
• Experience with integration of Clinical IT Systems such as Client and Provider Registries
• Knowledge of Public Sector Enterprise Architecture artifacts (or similar) processes and practices and ability to produce technical documentation that comply with industry standard practices
• Knowledge of industry standard such as Project Management Institute (PMI)
• 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.

Technical Skills - 45 points

• 5-9 years of experience with:
• Preparing user interface design technical specifications and documentation for design development installation testing and performance of integrated multi-services systems
• Java programming on Sun Solaris and RED-HAT/Linux WebSphere Liberty Profile/WebSphere Application server WebSphere Studio Application Developer web services OAuth2 IBM Cloud J2EE and associated frameworks API Connect Kafka electron
• Java Java EE Java Frameworks Java Scheduling/Threading JavaScript RESTFUL web services Redhat/Linux scripting
• Oracle RDBMs(12c) SQL PL/SQL JSON XML ETL stored procedure optimized database queries data architecture data design and modelling data mapping and database query performance tuning
• Front end programming skills including HTML5 CSS and JavaScript.
• Experience with version control system SVN or Git.
• Working knowledge of issue tracking system Jira.
• Experience in developing accessible UI components.
• Knowledge and experience with API testing and management tools such as Postman SOAPUI Swing
• UI Frameworks (React Spring jQuery Struts) or similar frameworks for web and mobile applications
• Knowledge and experience with Elastic/Logstash/Kibana
• Experience with IBM DataPower applications an asset
• Experience in Platform as a service (PaaS) Docker Kubernetes and API Gateway an assetKnowledge and experience with Prolog Haskell LISP and Cloud technologies using Cloud Foundry would be an asset.

Core Skills and Experience - 20 points

• 5-9 years of experience with:
• Working with business analysts to translate the business requirements and functional specifications into an application design appropriate to meet the business and operational/IT needs
• Working with technical systems specifications and translating them into working tested applications for large complex mission critical applications sustainment and upgrades
• Work with Quality Assurance (QA) to code test and debug extensions/tools integration services
• Analysis design and development work on complex multi-tier web-based applications micro-services architecture mobile and off-the-shelf solutions
• Designing developing and implementing applications that work across modern browsers and various platforms and mobile devices
• Using and applying extensive knowledge of User Interface (UI) design principles across a variety of applications platforms and devices
• Conducting technical analysis program code detailed programming reports and specifications program design writing and/or generating code and conducting tests
• Developing and maintaining system design models technical documentation and specifications
• Maintaining development environments and adopt continuous Integration (CI) practice
• Conducting technical evaluation and assessment of options for technical design issues application figuration aspects and integration capabilities related tools and utilities gap analysis of integration components to technical requirements/specifications/documentation
• Providing impact analysis effort estimate and solution design/development for solution/software upgrades or based on any new business requirements
• Undertaking proof of technology with test data to simulate application load and performance tuning related applications
• Providing software expertise in various computing platforms operating systems database technology communication protocols middleware and gateways
• Providing application programming support for incident management application functionality sustainment performance tuning and technical documentation
• Developing and maintaining system design models technical documentation and specifications
• Developing medical and clinical based systems
• Web performance optimization
• Various computing platforms operating systems database technology communication protocols middleware and gateways
• Conducting technical analysis troubleshooting and issue resolutions for production operational support of reports and other components and utilities
• Knowledge of recognized accessibility laws regulations and standards (e.g. W3C WCAG) or other specific accessibility standards and experience in usability accessibility and compliance testing
• Ensuring compliance with architecture framework and system standards and Agile Development Methodology
• Project management practices and ability to contribute to design/development project plans including work breakdown resource estimates and status reports
• Experience with Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Continuous Integration (CI) practice and enhanced Ci/CD experience and DevOps methodologies and technologies an asset
• Knowledge and experience with leading-edge technologies design criteria including usability security and privacy for web and mobile applications.

General Skills - 30 points

• 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
• 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.