Front end Software developer

Job Title: Software Developer – Front End

Location: 87 Sir William Hearst Ave., Toronto, Ontario M3M 0B4

Hybrid: 3 days in office

Type: Full-Time | Contract

About the Opportunity

We are working with our public sector client to identify a highly skilled Front-End Software Developer with deep expertise in modern web development technologies and a proven track record delivering dynamic, user-focused applications. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects within a fast-paced, agile environment.

Must haves

Atleast 7 Plus years of experience in Angular and Java

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust front-end solutions with a focus on engaging and accessible user interfaces.
• Translate technical specifications into fully functional applications, including developing detailed programming logic and conducting unit testing.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to development, implementation, conversion, and system migrations.
• Collaborate across teams to contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle with an emphasis on agile practices.

Core Technical Skills (70%)

We’re looking for candidates with strong hands-on experience in:

• Front-end web development with 9**+ years** of relevant experience.
• Advanced programming with HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, XML, and JSON.
• In-depth knowledge of Angular, TypeScript, Bootstrap, and Node.js.
• Familiarity with Redux, Webpack, Angular CLI.
• Consuming and integrating RESTful and SOAP APIs.
• Working with Git, SVN, branching strategies, and pull requests.
• Experience using tools like Postman, Swagger-UI, OAuth/JWT for API testing and authentication.
• Proficiency with testing frameworks like Jasmine.
• Solving cross-browser compatibility issues and optimizing client-side performance.
• Exposure to Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Docker is a strong asset.
• Good grasp of RDBMS design concepts and experience identifying risk and proposing technical solutions.
• Strong working knowledge of SDLC and Agile methodologies.

Communication & Soft Skills (30%)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships across teams.
• Analytical thinker with a problem-solving mindset and a detail-oriented approach.
• Reliable team contributor who consistently meets deadlines and deliverables.

Desirable Qualifications

• Familiarity with AODA standards and accessibility best practices.
• Experience with middleware, gateways, and post-implementation support.
• Knowledge of Information Management (IM) principles.
• Background in Rapid Application Development (RAD) methodologies.
• Experience working with Social Media APIs, responsive frameworks, and creating scalable interfaces for large, complex systems.
• Involvement in product strategy and roadmap planning, including working with external partners or licensing models.