11/29/2019

Role: Programmer/Developer - contract RFS: IT19-CSC-0076 Client: Ministry of Education Duration: 122 working days, 7.25 hours per day Location: 777 Bay Street, 4th Floor, Toronto ON Anticipated Start Date: December 18, 2019 Rate: $71/h inc Rated Criterion ==================================================== Technical Experience - Demonstrates experience with designing and developing using IBM Cognos version 11.0.5 and higher in an environment where Oralce and IBM Cognos are used together - Demonstrates experience working with Oracle (11.x and higher) - Demonstrates design and development experience using Cognos Query Studio, Report Studio, Dashboards, and Cubes - Demonstrates experience developing and using re-usable components to assist with BI processes, and providing detailed documentation for the tools that are developed - Demonstrates experience with developing, debugging and enhancing the performance of complex SQL queries - Demonstrates experience with enhancing the performance of SQL Queries - Demonstrated experience developing for AODA compliance in web applications - Demonstrated experience developing application code package using TFS - Demonstrates experience with performing testing; Unit testing, SIT, SAT, UAT testing - Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft desktop tools (Visio, MS Office, MS Project and Outlook)   BI Design and Development - Demonstrates experience leading business intelligence report design and development - Demonstrates experience documenting business processes, business requirements, and functional/system requirements for reports and other enhancements to web based systems - Demonstrates experience working with aggregate reporting and dashboards - Demonstrates experience in analyzing and planning for the modernization of large, complex, multiplatform, multi- tier information technology systems - Demonstrates experience presenting technical analyses, options, proposals, reports and recommendations - Demonstrates experience implementing star schema multi-dimensional models and documenting detailed design models Requirements Management and Techniques - Demonstrates experience working in an agile and waterfall environment - Demonstrates experience communicating regarding day-to-day tasks and issue tracking, reporting and facilitating resolution of issues and risks for all project activities - Demonstrates experience providing input into changes required to business and/or system requirements, change requests, project artefacts, as well as requirement gathering sessions - Demonstrates experience with documenting, consulting and presenting for a diverse audience of stakeholders (both technical and non-technical) - Demonstrates experience with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) - Demonstrates experience providing technical advice and guidance - Demonstrates experience with performing testing and unit testing, and conducting SIT, SAT and UAT Testing Communication Skills - Demonstrates experience problem solving and decision making - Demonstrates experience communicating clearly in both written and verbal formats - Demonstrates experience producing deliverables on time and on schedule - Demonstrates experience working in an agile and waterfall environment - Demonstrates experience working as part of a team - Demonstrates experience working with multiple teams representing various areas in delivering the project - Demonstrates experience coordinating multiple projects with competing priorities OPS Experience - Demonstrates experience working within the OPS, particularly within the education ministries would be an asset - Demonstrates experience developing applications that comply with GO- ITS standards would be an asset Scope of Services and Deliverables ==================================================== The consultant will provide services under the direction of the Senior Technical Manager and Project Manager. Key deliverables to be performed by the consultants include, but are not limited to, the following: - Participating in the analysis, design, development, and unit testing of all the project's BI components i.e. Data Mart; Reports, Cubes, and Dashboards; - Developing Cubes, Reports, and Dashboards using IBM Cognos; - Creating and/or updating data processing overview, technical design, source to target mapping, operation manual and other technical documentation; - Participating in project design and code walkthroughs; - Participating in Quality Assurance (QA) and System Integration (SIT) testing and supporting the System Acceptance(SAT) and User Acceptance (UAT) Testing; - Developing, testing, and deploying full code package for the solution in Team Foundation Server (TFS); - Perform day-to-day tracking, reporting and facilitating resolution of issues and risks for all project activities in TFS; - Working closely with the subject matter experts, managers, and staff of the ministries on issues and business needs; - Proposing and developing proof of concept solutions for extending the use of Microsoft BI technologies within DDSB; - Participating in discussions with Infrastructure Technology Services (ITS), Corporate Security Branch (CSB), Centre of Excellence for Accessibility and Information Privacy and Archives (IPA) Office to ensure the application remains compliant with all applicable GO-ITS standards; - Participating in discussions with the business analyst regarding any changes required to business and/or system requirements, as well as requirement gathering sessions; - Supporting the analysis of existing business processes, design and recommending process improvements to effectively harness the benefits of using the application(s); - Providing input into and/or completing required architectural/development artifacts; - Liaising with IT specialists and unit leads and working closely with support team members and relevant stakeholders; - Contributing to realistic work breakdown structures and project schedules; and - Developing deployment plan for the production environment.     Skills and Experience: Based on the scope, the Programmer/Developer must have a minimum of 10 years of the following skills and experience: - Demonstrated development experience in an environment where Oracle and IBM Cognos are used together - Demonstrated development experience with IBM Cognos version 11.0.5 and higher - Demonstrated development experience with Oracle 11.x and 12.x databases - Demonstrated experience developing and using re-usable components to assist with BI processes, and provide detailed documentation for the tools that are developed - Demonstrated experience in analyzing requirements in order to determine functional requirements and define technical requirements for reports and other enhancements to the web-based business intelligence systems - Demonstrated experience with data and statistical analysis - Demonstrated experience enhancing performance of SQL Queries - Demonstrated experience in debugging queries, cubes, reports, dashboards, and framework manager - Demonstrated experience working on projects within a multi-client/partner environment, involving multiple highly inter-dependent applications and/or data sources - Demonstrated experience implementing star schema multi-dimensional models and documenting detailed design models - Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, decision-making skills, interpersonal and negotiation skills - Demonstrated experience working with both the business users and IT development teams to ensure business requirements are properly reflected in the system design and technical specifications - Demonstrated experience performing system testing and unit testing, and conducting SIT, SAT and UAT Testing - Demonstrated experience with SDLC processes, Agile and Waterfall methodologies - Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, as well as presentation skills - Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, with the ability to coordinate multiple projects with competing priorities and a track record for meeting strict deadlines   - Proficiency with Microsoft desktop tools (Visio, MS Office, MS Project and Outlook)

11/15/2019

Role: Solutions Designer - contract RFS: IT19-CAC-0046 Client: Treasury Board Secretariat Duration: 324 working days, 7.25 hours per day Location: 222 Jarvis St, Toronto Anticipated Start Date: January 02, 2020 Rate: $89/h inc Rated Criterion ==================================================== Development Skills * Demonstrated hands-on development experience on Java EE platform. * Working experience in application analysis, design, latest design patterns, deployment and troubleshooting. * Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development and implementation of applications. * Demonstrated experience in conducting design reviews and walkthroughs, evaluate design alternatives, and recommend optimal solutions. Tools, Techniques and Data Experience * Experience with the use of development tools, Computer Aided Software Engineering tools, information retrieval packages, and other software tools such as business re-engineering software. * Experience in the use of data and process modelling methodologies, techniques and tools, including a working knowledge of metadata structures, repository functions, and data dictionaries. * Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables. (e.g. models) Technologies Experience * Experience working with Spring Framework - Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security, etc. * Experience working with ORM tools such as JPA or Hibernate. Support and Monitoring Skills * Demonstrated experience with monitoring issues and risks. * Demonstrated experience with coordinating and supporting the progression (and migration) of construction deliverables through the development and production environments. Database/SQL * Demonstrated experience in writing SQL and Stored Procedures in Oracle and PL/SQL Scope of Services and Deliverables ==================================================== Corporate Applications requires a Solutions Designer to participate, lead the design and oversee the development across all Production Applications.  Major Deliverables: * Ensure consistency in design in the Application for any new Request * Monitor issues and risks; * Conduct design reviews and walkthroughs, evaluate design alternatives, and recommend optimal solutions; * Coordinate and support the progression (and migration) of construction deliverables through the development and production environments; * Manage the completion of tasks in accordance with the project plans;   Skills and Knowledge Required: * Experience in the providing Systems analysis & recommendation for specified tools, processes & technologies with specified experience level * Extensive experience with at least two different computing platforms, operating systems, environments, database technologies, programming languages and communication protocols * Knowledge of performance considerations in different environments * Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development and implementation of applications * Extensive experience in systems analysis and design in large systems environments * Experience in the use of development tools, Computer Aided Software Engineering tools, information retrieval packages, and other software tools such as project management software and business re-engineering software * Experience in the use of data and process modelling methodologies, techniques and tools, including a working knowledge of metadata structures, repository functions, and data dictionaries * Track record for meeting deadlines * Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. models)   Desirable Skills: * Knowledge and understanding of object-oriented analysis and design techniques * Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. models) based on Ontario Government Enterprise Architecture processes and practice * Experience working with key business clients in system requirements and design phases of the SDLC * Awareness of emerging IT trends and directions

11/05/2019

Role: Programmer/Developer - contract RFS: IT19-CYSSC-0046 Client: Ministry of Children and Youth Services Duration: 129 working days, 7.25 hours per day Location: 5700 Yonge St Anticipated Start Date: November 25, 2019 Rate: $78/h inc Rated Criterion ==================================================== Software Development Experience • 5+ years of experience working with Java Spring framework, SpringBoot 1.5+, JDK1.8+ • Extensive experience with a service registry, such as Eureka, Zookeeper, etc • Knowledgeable in the concepts of continuous integration • Knowledgeable in the concepts of continuous delivery • 3+ years of experience working with tools such as git, GitLab, BitBucket, GitHub • Extensive experience with a servlet container system such as Tomcat/Netty • Experience on large agile Pivotal Cloud Foundry (PCF) projects • Experience support automation test analyst on Pivotal Cloud Foundry (PCF) based projects   Soft Skills in Agile environment • Have knowledge of agile development methods and tools, and of automated code builds, testing and deployment • Extensive experience working in an agile environment • Strong communication, collaboration and consultation skills • Strong analytic skills and use of data for sound decision-making • Strive for constant improvement in both yourself and your team in meaningful ways. • Support continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies • Make recommendations for process improvements and best practices • Be an active participant in design sessions, led by a Technical Lead and based on business requirements   Dev-Ops Best Practices and Experience • Knowledgeable in release policy, processes, standards, and procedures • Knowledgeable in process management tools such as Maven • Strong understanding of system and networking concepts and troubleshooting techniques • 2+ years of experience working with monitoring framework such as Nagios/ Promethius / etc • 2+ years of experience with log aggregating and analysis such as Rsyslog, Syslog-ng, Logstash/Graylog2 Scope of Services and Deliverables ==================================================== Programmer/Developer will be responsible for the following: Back-end Developer   • Provide the framework and implement the user experience design documentation to include the resolution or addition of key features that responds to business needs. • Collaborate with cross-functional and distributed teams, including designers, developers, architects, project managers, and QA engineers. • Knowledge of leading edge technologies design criteria, security and recovery procedures, preparation of technical specifications for installation, testing and performance of integrated, multi-services systems; assess performance and capacity of existing system making recommendations for improving performance and develop technical documentation. • Advising the appropriate technology stack based on business needs.   • Strong analytical skills and use of data for sound decision-making. • Knowledge of Continuous integration/Continuous Delivery. • Strive for constant improvement in both yourself and your team in meaningful ways. • Design, develop, test and implement software applications for mission-critical systems, delivering high-availability and performance. • Write well designed, testable, efficient code. • Support continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies. • Understand and follow Agile development methodologies and the role of testing. • Make recommendations for process improvements and best practices. • Be an active participant in design sessions, led by a Technical Lead and based on business requirements. • Knowledge and skills training and transfer to full-time employees.

10/30/2019

Role: Programmer/Developer - contract RFS: IT19-JTS-0020-1 Client: Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services Duration: 3 months with the possibility for extension, 7.25 hours per day Location: 21 College Suite 300, Toronto or 200 First Avenue West, North Bay Anticipated Start Date: November 2019 Rate: $78/h inc Rated Criterion ==================================================== .NET Applications • Demonstrated 10+ years’ experience with ,NET • Experience in building applications using MS .NET elements such as Windows Communication Foundation, Windows Presentation Framework, MS Sync Framework' MS Web Services and Entity Framework • Experience coding and implementing applications using, C#.Net and ASP.Net, ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET Identity, C#, VB.NET, • Experience with upgrading ASP.NET Web Applications to ASP.NET4 • Experience with building applications using MS .NET elements such as Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server, and Enterprise Library   Technical Skills • Experience with Windows 7,8, 2008 and 2012 environments Experience with Apache/IIS and Reverse Proxy. • Demonstrated experience developing with JavaScript, Bootstrap, jQuery, and XML/ XLST. • Demonstrated experience with Java applications. • Demonstrated experience troubleshooting incidents/defects.   Database Experience • Experience with coding and implementing SQL procedures, scripts, and Object definitions for Oracle. • Experience with dotConnect data provider for Oracle.   OOL / Frameworks / Foundations • Demonstrated experience with developing detailed programming specifications, user interface designs, prototypes, writing and generating code • Experience in GUI design.   OPS Experience • Knowledge of and experience with the Ontario Sex Offender Registry would be an asset. • Experience developing applications using Ontario Law Enforcement PKI (Public Key Infrastructure) authentication certificates and methods for controlling system access would be an asset. • Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Platform Server and Client components. Application queries against Ontario Provincial Police tiled services would be an asset. Scope of Services and Deliverables ==================================================== The Programmer/Developer with 10+ years’ experience will program OSOR application enhancements, including but not limited to, development of a new OSOR-NSOR data exchange interface. The National Sex Offender Registry is being replaced by a new application and a new interface is required to ensure continued exchange of data (~50,000 transactions per year) between the provincial and national systems. Prior to the creation of the current data exchange, in 2011, the OPP had to maintain 11 civilian data entry positions.   • Participate in the application design, development, unit / system testing and deployment of the OSOR using Microsoft development platform and tools • Participate in project design and application JAD sessions / walkthroughs; • Development of required Software Architecture Documentation for the project; • Produce Use Cases, Class diagrams, component diagrams, state diagram etc.; • Create code modules, as well as other necessary system scripts and .Net modules • Develop documentation for testing, implementation, defect tracking as per OPS standards; • Participate in, document and configure output from application design sessions • Participate in the Unit / System / Integration Testing   • Development of user authentication and access component according to predefined business rules • Design and development of user and system interface(s) • Preparation of install package and install books as required • Provide input and complete documentation for the application deployment plan for the production environment; • Completion of all required documentation and system artifacts • Estimates for assigned tasks and percent complete • Develop and/or update technical documentations, and provide input for User Guide & Training Guide; • The consultant will provide a detailed list of all work/artefacts completed on the project • Attend any meetings related to the resolution of any request as required • Ensures knowledge transfer to internal staff – that is, upon leaving the project, the consultant will transfer over all information/research/code/documents, etc. to the client • Presentations (as required) • Briefing Notes (as required) • Status reports (as required) • Other Documentation (as required) • Undertake special assignments/sub-projects as assigned • Other JTS PMO and Enterprise Architecture documentation, as required • Other Documentation as required   Required Skills, Experience and Qualifications:   • Knowledge of the Ontario Sex Offender Registry • Windows 7,8, 2008 and 2012 environments • ASP.NET Programming – all supported versions • ASP .NET MVC • ASP .NET Identity • .NET Framework - all supported versions • Entity Framework • C # • VB.NET • JavaScript • jQuery • Bootstrap • SQL • XML/XLST • Visual Studio - all supported versions • MS Web Services • MS SQL Server - all supported versions • Oracle RDMS – all supported versions • Experience with dotConnect data provider for Oracle • Team Foundation Server – all supported versions • Windows Communication Foundation • Windows Presentation Foundation • Web Client Software Factory • GIS / Mapping and application queries against OPP services • Ontario Law Enforcement PKI / Certificate authentication and encryption • Apache / IIS • Reverse Proxy   Security Clearance Requirement   A valid Government of Ontario Enhanced Reliability Clearance would be ideal for this position.

10/25/2019

Role: UNIX Admin - contract Client: Scotia Bank Duration: 6 months with extensions, 7.5 hours per day Location: Downtown Toronto Anticipated Start Date: November 2019 Rate: TBD Key Job Accountabilities: 1. 10+ years experience preferably in a banking environment, installation, configuration and maintenance of IT application infrastructure 2. Scripting in an Unix/Linux or Windows environment 3 Development background in any of the following languages is an advantage: C, C++, Java, Javascript, C#, etc 4. Backgrounds in MQ, FTM, Bottomline/Sterci/GTX, Oracle is an advantage