Software Developer - Back End - Senior at Innosystech Inc — NeverHard

Job Title: Software Developer - Back End - Senior Location: Toronto or Kingston Work Model: Onsite Security Clearance: CRJMC Submission Deadline: 2026-07-13, 12:00 p.m. Description / Responsibilities / Skills Must Have Minimum 8+ years of hands-on experience in cloud application development and engineering, Demonstrated recent expertise in Microsoft Azure (App Services, Azure Functions, AKS), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift), and DevOps/automation tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines), including building and integrating scalable, cloud-native enterprise solutions. Demonstrated experience in enterprise cloud architecture, security (IAM, encryption, compliance), data engineering (ETL/ELT, Azure data services), observability (monitoring/logging), and advanced DevOps/DevSecOps practices, including API-driven integration, CI/CD pipeline design, and scalable, high-availability Expert in one or more programming languages (Java, Python, SQL, JavaScript/TypeScript with Node.js) with hands-on experience designing, developing and integrating RESTful APIs. Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development, implementation and maintenance of applications Description Primary Care Attachment Repository (PCAR): A centralized digital solution designed to capture and maintain the attachment status of all OHIP-eligible Ontarians. PCAR will enable improved system-level planning and facilitate better access to primary care services. This initiative is part of the Primary Care Action Plan, supporting the government's goal of ensuring that every Ontarian is connected to primary care. Responsibilities: Responsible for managing the interchange of data between the server and the users. 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 and conversion. Facilitating IT development, design, construction, testing, promotion, implementation of web-based/n-tier, cloud-based and mainframe applications for workstreams. Responsible for development utilizing a combination of cloud technologies to develop an integrated solution for online transactional processing and integration Responsible for in integration of any Open Source Software (OSS) products into new and existing systems Creation and walk-through of Systems Response documents, Technical Specifications, Application Inventory, and Implementation Plans. Preparation of test plans, test data, and unit-testing of programs. Preparation of implementation plans and promotion of programs. System Support/Documentation As assigned, response to client queries and troubleshooting of production incidents. Conduct/participate in design walkthroughs as well as test case and test results walkthroughs. Support testing of the changes by other team members. Weekly reporting on status, progress, and key issue/concerns as directed by the Project Lead/Project Manager or Portfolio Manager. Transfer skills and knowledge to selected OPS staff. Skills Experience and Skill Set Requirements Role: Software Developer - Back End (X2) Level: Senior Price - 30% (Lowest per diem proposed to RFS/Specific Vendor per diem) x maximum points Technical Skills - 50% Minimum 8+ years of hands-on experience in cloud application development and engineering, Demonstrated recent expertise in Microsoft Azure (App Services, Azure Functions, AKS), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift), and DevOps/automation tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines), including building and integrating scalable, cloud-native enterprise solutions. Demonstrated experience in enterprise cloud architecture, security (IAM, encryption, compliance), data engineering (ETL/ELT, Azure data services), observability (monitoring/logging), and advanced DevOps/DevSecOps practices, including API-driven integration, CI/CD pipeline design, and scalable, high-availability 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 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 Expert in one or more programming languages (Java, Python, SQL, JavaScript/TypeScript with Node.js) with hands-on experience designing, developing and integrating RESTful APIs. n 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 Knowledge and experience with developing all server-side logic, definition and maintenance of the central database, and ensure high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end. Knowledge and experience with front-end technologies Knowledge and experience to integrate the front-end elements into the application Analytical Skills - 30% Analysis of business requirement documents and liaison with clients Experience adopting and adhering to unified I&IT project management methodologies, enterprise architecture and gating frameworks, and standard systems development methodologies. Respond to client queries and troubleshooting of production incidents Proven and demonstrable troubleshooting and analytical experience. Communications Skills - 15% Strong verbal and written communications skills. Strong Interpersonal and negotiation skills. Strong consulting skills to engage with all stakeholders. A demonstrated team player with a track record for meeting deadlines. Demonstrated success in working productively with business clients, developers, and technical specialists such as DBAs, web administrators, etc. Demonstrated experience reporting status, progress, and key issue/concerns to project managers and leads. Public Sector Experience - 5% Experience working in the public sector on a mid-tier cloud and/or legacy platform.