Junior Software Developer

We are seeking a motivated and technically proficient Junior Software Developer to join a high-performing digital design branch. In this role, you will be responsible for translating technical system specifications into working, fully tested application code. You will touch both front-end presentation layers and back-end service layers, helping build and modernize web properties using cutting-edge JavaScript frameworks and decoupled architectures.

Location: Toronto, ON (Minimum 3 days onsite; transitioning to 5 days)

Duration: 12-month contract



Advantages
Accelerated Technical Growth: Deepen your engineering skills by working hands-on with standard enterprise frameworks like Next.js and specialized headless architectures.

Long-Term Contract Runway: A stable 12-month contract provides an ideal platform to build enterprise project experience and establish solid portfolio foundations.

Mentorship Culture: Work directly alongside Senior Solutions Designers, Product Managers, and Cloud Architects in a highly collaborative setting.

Full-Lifecycle Visibility: Own your features completely—from initial requirement breakdown through to unit testing and release package support.



Responsibilities
Full-Stack Development: Design, develop, and implement clean front-end interface code alongside performant server-side configurations.

Component Translation: Translate wireframes, storyboards, and technical systems specifications into structured, maintainable web components.

API Development: Construct, integrate, and execute automated unit tests for lightweight, secure RESTful API services.

User Interface Design: Build highly responsive, cross-browser compatible web layouts using modern CSS frameworks and basic digital artwork tools.

Testing & Maintenance: Maintain source code integrity, write detailed programming specifications, and execute rigorous unit and integration tests.

Technical Support: Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve code defects or configuration bottlenecks arising during implementations, system conversions, or live deployment phases.

Agile Collaboration: Actively participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, review technical designs during team walkthroughs, and collaborate with Business Analysts and UX/UI Designers throughout the SDLC.

System Documentation: Author clear system code commentary, deployment instructions, and post-implementation technical references.



Qualifications
Core JavaScript Ecosystem: Practical experience developing applications using React framework and TypeScript.

Backend & Serverless Stacks: Working knowledge of server-side runtimes and rendering frameworks, specifically Node.js and Next.js.

Modern Architectures: Foundational structural knowledge of Jamstack Architecture (JavaScript, APIs, and Markup).

API Foundations: Proven academic or project experience building, documenting, and testing RESTful APIs.

Methodologies: Solid exposure to working within Agile/Scrum delivery models or Rapid Application Development (RAD) environments.

Database & Query Basics: Familiarity with relational database technologies and writing fundamental queries to check data states.

AODA Compliance: Basic awareness or exposure to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) is considered a strong asset.



Summary
If you're interested in the Junior Software Developer role based in Toronto, we encourage you to apply online at www.randstad.ca. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for the next steps. We look forward to hearing from you!

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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