Responsibilities:

• 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, 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 (PHP, JavaScript, HTML, Web Development)
  
• Experience in application design, latest design patterns, deployment and troubleshooting
  
• Experience with relational and hierarchical database technologies (MySQL, Oracle)
  
• Experience in the use of information retrieval packages using query languages
  
• Experience with one or more communications protocols
  
• 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
  
• Knowledge and experience in rapid application development (RAD) methodologies
  
• Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices
  
• 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 of AI Chatbots using popular foundational models
  
• Knowledge of machine learning, data handling and experience in AI frameworks
  

Desirable Skills:

• Understanding of the WordPress CMS, architecture, and customizations
  
• Ability to develop or customize themes and plugins.
  
• Strong front end and back-end development skills in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP
  
• Familiarity with MySQL and how WordPress interacts with databases.
  
• Experience in performance optimization - speed, caching, image optimization and code efficiency.
  
• Knowledge of securing WordPress installations against vulnerabilities
  
• REST API integration with third-party tools or services.
  
• Experience in implementation of WordPress solutions in Azure cloud stack (App Services, Database Service, Cloud Security, CI/CD Pipeline setup and maintenance).
  
• Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards.
  

Experience and Skill Set Requirements:

Must Haves:

• Understanding of the WordPress CMS, architecture, and customizations
  
• Ability to develop or customize themes and plugins.
  
• Strong front end and back-end development skills in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP
  
• Familiarity with MySQL and how WordPress interacts with databases.
  
• Experience in performance optimization - speed, caching, image optimization and code efficiency.
  
• Knowledge of securing WordPress installations against vulnerabilities
  
• REST API integration with third-party tools or services.
  
• Experience in implementation of WordPress solutions in Azure cloud stack (App Services, Database Service, Cloud Security, CI/CD Pipeline setup and maintenance).
  

Skill Set Requirements:

Technical Expertise:

• Experience as a Senior Technical Consultant in large-scale enterprises and involvement in I&IT transformation projects.
  
• Understanding of the WordPress CMS, architecture, and customizations
  
• Ability to develop or customize themes and plugins.
  
• Strong front end and back-end development skills in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP
  
• Familiarity with MySQL and how WordPress interacts with databases.
  
• Experience in performance optimization - speed, caching, image optimization and code efficiency.
  
• Knowledge of securing WordPress installations against vulnerabilities
  
• REST API integration with third-party tools or services.
  
• Experience in implementation of WordPress solutions in Azure cloud stack (App Services, Database Service, Cloud Security, CI/CD Pipeline setup and maintenance).
  
• Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards.
  
• Ability to provide end-to-end solution design, offering recommendations to achieve business outcomes in alignment with business requirements.
  
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business goals and support delivery of successful outcomes.
  
• Develop code following development standards, architectural governance principles, and design patterns, ensuring consistency and quality in end-to-end solutions.
  
• Incorporate security requirements into design, ensuring compliance with industry security standards and policies.
  
• Conduct thorough code reviews, including unit testing, to ensure software quality and reliability.
  
• Address defects and provide support to developers, testers, and end-users, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption.
  

Methodology, testing and troubleshooting:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, complemented by excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and negotiation abilities.
  
• Experience working in an Agile development environment, with the ability to provide comprehensive user and system documentation as needed.
  
• Contribute to effective risk and issue management related to solution designs, ensuring potential problems are identified and addressed proactively.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional and distributed teams, including designers, developers, architects, project managers, and QA, to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes.
  
• Promote industry standards and best practices within product teams to maintain high quality and consistency in development.