Computer Programmer Contract Jobs in Toronto, ON

Compensation: $94,000-117,000 plus up to 5% bonus, capped at 150%Job Summary

The position of the developer is to contribute to the full development life cycle, including requirement analysis, functional design, technical design, programming, testing, documentation, implementation, and ongoing technical support.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the development manager, other software developers, business analysts and software architects to plan, design and develop web and desktop applications and services using Microsoft Technologies.
• Write concise, efficient, reusable, testable code and Assist in solution architecture and implementation.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, scalability, and performance improvements.
• Integrating existing software products and getting incompatible platforms to work together.
  
• Provide technical leadership through training, coaching and mentorship.
• Perform unit, system testing and user acceptance testing.
• Migrate code to all environments.
• Package and support deployment of releases to Global/Regional Production Sites.
• Complete Change Management documentation and adhere to change management processes.
• Provide 2nd, 3rd level support and coverage for CDP and other software alike.
• Interface with Development Manager and project manager for status and progress updates for project works.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure project deliverables are met on time and per quoted work effort.
• Responsible for being the system administrator for CDP and other software alike.
• Works closely with peer groups in the IT organization to ensure an appropriate level of communication and transfer of knowledge are taking place between their teams.
• Provide documentation on IT processes and procedures as well as documentation on programming changes or new code modules.
• Work with IT scheduling to manage incoming implementation requests.
• Attend regularly scheduled meetings with the Manager to provide updates and the status of the team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience and Educational Requirements

Work Experience:

• 5+ years of software development experience an in Windows environment

Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of one or more object-oriented programming languages is required (C#.Net preferred)
• Working knowledge of MS SQL is required (stored procedures, functions, queries)
• Excellent understanding of various file formats and software integration
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
• Ability to work well in a team environment is required
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects is required
• Must be able to work against deadlines and outside regular office hours when they arise
• Must be willing to travel to our regional offices and global production sites to provide support and coverage

Education:

• University degree is a must (computer science or computer engineering)

Working Conditions:

• Sitting for extended periods of time
• At times, may be required to work evenings or weekends to meet deadlines
• Also be required to travel to our offices, production sites in other countries

Additional Information

*This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. The candidate hired will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by the supervisor. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as needed. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Giesecke+Devrient ePayments Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals.  Upon request by the applicant, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process.

By applying to this position, you are confirming you possess either a Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status, or valid work permit.

Please note:  Reference Checks and Credit, Criminal Background Checks will be administered on suitably qualified candidates. Your application will be kept on file for up to two years. 

$$ Giesecke + Devrient ePayments Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you would like to contact us, please contact Human Resources at careers.gdsci@gi-de.com 

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