Backend Web Developer

Your new company

Our client is a leading global Foodservices company with offices in Mississauga, ON and London, ON. They are looking to hire a Backend Developer for a short term hybrid contract to their London office.

Your new role

We are looking for a Backend Web Developer who is proficient in both PHP and C# to join our team for a three-month contract. You will be responsible for converting our existing PHP backend code and web interfaces into C#, following our frontend framework and coding standards. You will also be expected to enhance the C# codebase and web pages, improving their performance, efficiency, and scalability. You will work closely with other developers, business analysts, and subject matter experts to understand the project requirements and deliver high-quality backend and web solutions.

Responsibilities

• Convert PHP backend and web page code to C#, ensuring compatibility with our frontend framework and coding standards.
• Enhance the C# backend codebase and web pages, optimizing their performance, efficiency, and scalability.
• Collaborate with other developers, business analysts, and subject matter experts to understand the project requirements and contribute effectively to the backend and web component conversion.
• Debug and solve coding issues related to backend processes and web pages, ensuring rapid solutions and upholding the highest standard of code quality.
• Document the C# backend conversion and web pages, ensuring thorough record-keeping and clarity for future use.
• Review the code of other developers, focusing on maintaining high code quality and uniformity.

What you'll need to succeed

• Professional Experience : At least 5 years of experience in backend and web development, with a strong background in PHP and C#.
• Technical Skills :
• Proficiency in PHP and C# programming languages along with skills in web frontend development.
• Solid grasp of backend development, including expertise in database technologies such as SQL Server.
• Familiarity with web development technologies and frameworks such as Ajax, AWS, Bootstrap, CSS3, HTML5, JavaScript, JQuery, Knockout, Oauth, TFS, Web API 2.0, etc.
• MS PowerApps is an asset.
• Problem-Solving Skills : Proven ability to analyze complex problems and propose effective solutions.
• Collaboration Skills : Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively in a team environment.
• Detail Orientation : A sharp focus on detail, ensuring the delivery of high-quality backend code and web page development during the contract term.
• Education : Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is highly desirable.