RQ09147 Software Developer - API

You’ll be part of a mission-critical transformation project, helping to modernize systems and improve digital services across key public-facing platforms.

Advantages
- Long-term opportunity with high potential for extension
- Work in a hybrid setup (onsite and remote flexibility)
- Collaborate with senior technical teams on modern .NET API development
- Leverage modern frameworks including .NET Core, OpenAPI/Swagger, and Terraform
- Contribute to government digital transformation efforts with real-world impact

Responsibilities
Required to translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications. This includes:
- Developing detailed programming specifications o writing and/or generating code o compiling data-driven programs, maintaining, and conducting unit tests.
- Analyzes, designs, develops, codes and implements programs in one or more programming languages for Web and Rich Internet Applications.
- Supports applications with an understanding of system integration, test planning, scripting, and troubleshooting.
- Designs and develops REST API platform (e.g., using Apigee/APIM).
- Converts web services from SOAP to REST or vice-versa.
- Resolves and troubleshoots technical problems which arise during the use and operation of software packages, including technical assistance in implementation, conversion and migrations.

Qualifications
Must Haves:
- At least 4 years of C#.
- At least 3 years of .NET Core or .NET 5+.
- At least 3 years of ASP.NET MVC.
- At least 3 years of ASP.NET Web API.

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 API Skills.
- Experience with Web Technologies (DHTML, AJAX, etc.).
- Experience with Security frameworks (e.g., JWT, OATH2).
- Experience in API layer like security, custom analytics, throttling, caching, logging, monetization, request and response modifications etc. using Apigee.
- Experience in creating REST API documentation using Swagger and YAML or similar tools desirable.
- Experience with Integration frameworks (e.g., Mule, Camel) desirable.

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, and 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.

Summary
Our client is seeking a results-driven Software Developer – API with a strong foundation in C#, .NET Core, and secure RESTful API design. If you enjoy tackling complex technical challenges, working in collaborative environments, and contributing to large-scale digital modernization initiatives, this contract could be the next step in your career.

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