Software Engineer

About ProxyLink At ProxyLink, we specialize in building meaningful connections between exceptional talent and leading employers across Canada. As a trusted recruitment partner, our mission is to create impactful career matches by combining innovative hiring strategies with a personalized, people-first approach. We’re driven by the belief that investing in people today builds a stronger workforce for tomorrow. Position Overview ProxyLink is seeking an experienced Software Developer to support a public sector / Government of Ontario (OPS) client on large-scale, multi-client web applications. The successful candidate will be responsible for translating technical system specifications into robust, scalable, secure, and well-tested applications. The role requires extensive hands-on experience with Java, Oracle/SQL, REST APIs, microservices architecture, Agile methodologies, and enterprise application development. The Software Developer will work closely with technical and functional teams throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and contribute to application architecture, design, development, testing, deployment, troubleshooting, migration, documentation, and post-implementation support. Responsibilities: • Required to translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications. • developing detailed programming specifications • writing and/or generating code o 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