Senior Application Developer – University of Toronto

Job Title: Senior Application Developer

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: Date Posted: 12/03/2024
Req ID: 40809
Faculty/Division: Ofc of the Chief Information Officer
Department: Enterprise Apps & Solutions Integration
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00057477Description:About us:The Enterprise Applications and Solutions Integration (EASI) department within the Chief Information Officer’s (CIO) Division is a central department responsible for all matters pertaining to the development, maintenance and effectiveness of the core administrative management and student systems at the U of T. Included within these responsibilities are all central SAP systems, such as Financial Services, Human Resources, Research Administration and Procurement; the central U of T Student System (ROSI); approximately 40 related vendor and specialized web applications, as well as central Document Management applications.Your opportunity:Under the general direction of the Assistant Director, Human Resources Information Systems, or their designate, you will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative team focused on delivering transformational technology solutions to the University. You will be directly engaged in the development, implementation, and support of the institutional Teaching Assistant Administrative Management System (TAAMS).As a highly motivated member of the TAAMS team, you will be designing and developing complex, database-driven applications on a LAMP platform; planning, developing and maintaining applications using PHP, Laravel, JavaScript (jQuery), CSS, and HTML; creating MySQL and PostgreSQL queries; and assessing appropriate security options and solutions. In the role of Senior Application Developer, you plan, architect, design, develop, implement, test, and solve problems related to TAAMS involving authentication, encryption, and databases used by the University community. You will demonstrate innovation and leadership indeveloping and enhancing TAAMS and will participate in the planning and direction of TAAMS.Your responsibilities will include:

• Analyzing, recommending, and designing highly complex software architecture
• Developing and updating architectural framework for highly complex and confidential university-wide applications
• Writing complex technical code
• Evaluating programming code to ensure it has validity, compatibility, and that it meets appropriate standards
• Developing technical application implementation plans
• Commenting on programming code for the purposes of standardization and consistency
• Analyzing, recommending and designing technical solutions for highly complex IT problems
• Advising on cost, feasibility and impact of different implementation solutions
• Leading and planning IT projects
• Developing project schedules including milestones, critical path, timelines, deliverables and reporting
• Planning and estimating financial resources required for programs and/or projects
• Serving as a resource on specific issues to a group of specialists

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience in programming and scripting.
• Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining large-scale applications.
• Expertise in PHP, Laravel, and MVC architecture.
• Expertise in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Vue.js, React).
• Expertise designing and managing databases with MySQL/PostgreSQL.
• Experience with version control tools such as Git.
• Demonstrated experience in reading and understanding established API specifications.
• Experience creating and maintaining RESTful APIs for seamless data integration.
• Demonstrated ability ensuring high-quality code by writing unit tests (e.g., PHPUnit) and resolving bugs.
• Expertise optimizing application performance for scalability and efficiency.
• Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product managers, in agile workflows.
• Familiarity with web application security best practices and experience implementing security policies and procedures.
• Experience with cloud native deployment with Azure and, optionally, AWS and/or Google Cloud.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex software application issues.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders and team members at all levels.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

Assets (Nonessential):

• Preference will be given to candidates with PHP/Laravel full stack development experience in a decentralized, higher education environment or similarly complex enterprise.
• Familiarity with Azure Dev Ops and ServiceNow tools is an asset.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Communicator
• Goal oriented
• Problem solver
• Resourceful
• Self-directed
• Team player

Please note, the University will be closed from December 24, 2024 to January 3, 2025 inclusive, so the recruitment process may take longer than usual.Closing Date: 12/12/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget – Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 16 — $101,539. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $129,851. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Information Technology (IT)
Recruiter: Khristen SivaramalingamLived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

Company Name: University of Toronto

Salary: $101539 per year

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