Software Developer - Back End

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Ref: RQ09440 Contract - Approx. 4 Months 87 Sir William Hearst Ave., Toronto (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite)
Posted Date: July 3, 2025
Location: 87 Sir William Hearst Ave., Toronto (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite)
Public Sector Experience: Labour and Transportation Cluster – Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement
Contract End Date: November 14, 2025 *
Rate: $99/hr

The Labour and Transportation Cluster is seeking a Senior Back-End Software Developer with extensive experience in mainframe development to contribute to modernization efforts in vehicle licensing and safety systems. The successful candidate will develop and support PL/I-based mainframe applications and collaborate closely with business and technical teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Analyze and update system designs, logical and physical architectures, and technical specifications
  • Develop and modify PL/I and COBOL code, supporting mainframe and Windows client integrations
  • Participate in test planning, code reviews, integration testing, and defect management
  • Collaborate with project managers, QA, and DBA teams to ensure deliverables align with OPS standards
  • Provide knowledge transfer to I&IT Cluster and RUS staff
Must-Have Skills
  • PL/I V4.5+, IMS DB V12+ (HALDB/DEDB) with PLITDLI API, DB2 for z/OS V11+, z/OS V2.2+
  • 5+ years writing mainframe PL/I transactions handling XML and web service interactions
  • Experience with File Aid, IBM File Manager, IBM Debug Tool, Abend Aid, DFSORT
  • Endevor source control, checkpoint restartable BMPs, and SFTP scripting in mainframe environments
  • Screen Handling (MFS and SCREENIO), Visual Studio Debugger, Harvest SCM
Engagement Details
  • Start Date: July 14, 2025 | End Date: November 14, 2025
  • Closing Date: July 7, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. EST
  • Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote)
  • Max Submissions: 1
* Final role details, responsibilities, and terms will be confirmed with shortlisted candidates. Compensation may vary based on experience. Errors and omissions excepted.