Intermediate Software Engineer
About the role
Job Title: Intermediate Developer – JavaScript / Python Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid) Duration: Contract Rate: CAD45-CAD55/hr
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Intermediate Software Developer with 3–5 years of experience in designing, developing, and maintaining web applications. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with Python, JavaScript, and either Node.js or React.js. The role requires strong problem-solving skills, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and the ability to deliver scalable, high-quality software solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable web applications and APIs. Build and enhance backend services using Python and related frameworks. Develop responsive and user-friendly front-end applications using JavaScript and React.js. Create and consume RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services. Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to deliver business requirements. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following coding best practices. Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and performance issues. Contribute to system architecture discussions and technical documentation. Work in Agile/Scrum development environments.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field. 3–5 years of professional software development experience. Strong programming experience in Python. Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+). Experience with Node.js and/or React.js. Experience developing REST APIs and microservices. Good understanding of database concepts (SQL and/or NoSQL). Familiarity with Git and version control best practices. Understanding of software design principles, data structures, and algorithms. Experience working in Agile development methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Python frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience with unit testing and automated testing frameworks.
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About Hays
We are leaders in specialist recruitment and workforce solutions, offering advisory services such as learning and skill development, career transitions and employer brand positioning.
As the Leadership Partner to our customers, we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. We help you achieve your career goals and deliver your business needs by combining meaningful innovation with our global scale and insights.
Last year we helped over 280,000 people find their next career. Join the millions of people around the world that our specialist recruitment consultants provide with up-to-date information on career options, interesting insights and specific industry trends.
We help our customers define and implement strategies to create inclusive and equitable workplaces. Through harnessing and analysing data, we support business decision making and advise on how to access Talent Networks. We also assist in identifying attractive employer propositions by truly understanding a company’s identity, and support clients with all aspects of their Early Careers proposition, from strategic planning through to operational execution.
Hays is the market leader in the UK and Asia Pacific and one of the market leaders in Continental Europe and Latin America. The c.12,800 people we employ around the world partner with clients and candidates to power the world of work. Every day our expert consultants help thousands of candidates find their next role, and they also help clients reshape workforces and deal with talent shortages. In the year to 30 June 2021, we placed 77,000 people in permanent jobs and 244,000 people into temporary roles. For more information about our global network, strategy and Group financial results, visit www.haysplc.com
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Intermediate Software Engineer
About the role
Job Title: Intermediate Developer – JavaScript / Python Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid) Duration: Contract Rate: CAD45-CAD55/hr
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Intermediate Software Developer with 3–5 years of experience in designing, developing, and maintaining web applications. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with Python, JavaScript, and either Node.js or React.js. The role requires strong problem-solving skills, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and the ability to deliver scalable, high-quality software solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable web applications and APIs. Build and enhance backend services using Python and related frameworks. Develop responsive and user-friendly front-end applications using JavaScript and React.js. Create and consume RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services. Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to deliver business requirements. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following coding best practices. Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and performance issues. Contribute to system architecture discussions and technical documentation. Work in Agile/Scrum development environments.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field. 3–5 years of professional software development experience. Strong programming experience in Python. Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+). Experience with Node.js and/or React.js. Experience developing REST APIs and microservices. Good understanding of database concepts (SQL and/or NoSQL). Familiarity with Git and version control best practices. Understanding of software design principles, data structures, and algorithms. Experience working in Agile development methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Python frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience with unit testing and automated testing frameworks.
Not the right fit? Search for Software Engineer jobs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
About Hays
We are leaders in specialist recruitment and workforce solutions, offering advisory services such as learning and skill development, career transitions and employer brand positioning.
As the Leadership Partner to our customers, we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. We help you achieve your career goals and deliver your business needs by combining meaningful innovation with our global scale and insights.
Last year we helped over 280,000 people find their next career. Join the millions of people around the world that our specialist recruitment consultants provide with up-to-date information on career options, interesting insights and specific industry trends.
We help our customers define and implement strategies to create inclusive and equitable workplaces. Through harnessing and analysing data, we support business decision making and advise on how to access Talent Networks. We also assist in identifying attractive employer propositions by truly understanding a company’s identity, and support clients with all aspects of their Early Careers proposition, from strategic planning through to operational execution.
Hays is the market leader in the UK and Asia Pacific and one of the market leaders in Continental Europe and Latin America. The c.12,800 people we employ around the world partner with clients and candidates to power the world of work. Every day our expert consultants help thousands of candidates find their next role, and they also help clients reshape workforces and deal with talent shortages. In the year to 30 June 2021, we placed 77,000 people in permanent jobs and 244,000 people into temporary roles. For more information about our global network, strategy and Group financial results, visit www.haysplc.com