Django/Python Technology Delivery Lead

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The team 
Computing and Communications Services (CCS) is TMU's central IT organization, supporting the university's voice and data communications, server and storage infrastructure, printing, end-user computing support, computer labs, learning management system, application support, web application development, streaming media services, presentation technology-enabled classrooms and much more.
 

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The Opportunity

Are you a #bold and innovative technical expert in building platforms using Django, Python, Bootstrap and MySQL? Are you passionate about supporting the cybersecurity preparedness of post secondary institutions in Canada? Read on to learn more about an exciting role as Django/Python Technical Delivery Lead. 
 

The Django/Python Technical Delivery Lead is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and release cycle management of the Benchmarking service platform. They lead the team through critical phases, including analysis, configuration, testing, and ongoing support, leveraging expertise in Django, Python, Bootstrap, and MySQL. The Django/Python Technical Delivery Lead develops accurate estimates for projects and detailed plans for executing technical release schedules. They provide expert guidance during analysis, design, and implementation to members of the project team. The Technical Lead ensures that new system elements are developed in collaboration with the Chief Information Officer (CIO). Maintaining the benchmarking platform and ensuring ongoing availability are also part of the job duties. In addition to keeping up with technology updates, the Technical Delivery Lead makes sure the Django, Python, and MySQL environments remain current.
 

Here are some the things you will be doing in the role
 

• Project Leadership
• Application Management
• Benchmarking Administration
• Implementation and Configuration of Platform features and improvements
• Documentation of Django project and application architecture configurations and customizations
• Django/Python/MySQL Reporting and Adoption Support
• HR Management

Qualifications

To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:

• Completion of a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or equivalent education/experience in software development.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Django software design and development with focus on applications and client-faced support. Experience with development/configuration of
• Django projects and applications including working with medium-to-large projects, and with BootStrap and MySQL .
• Experience working with API's / Web Services. 
• Demonstrated experience in execution of digital transformation of critical business workflows and/or service automation.
• Experience with release management.
• Strong analytical and technical skills with the ability to use multiple techniques to identify, evaluate, and develop solutions to complex business challenges;
• Demonstrated knowledge in Django project and application architectural design;
• Excellent functional and technical knowledge of Django projects and modules, including but not limited to: Django Forms, Models, Views, Templates, Security, Data-validation, multi-application projects, and safe team development practices; 
• Understanding of Django implementation end to end cycle.

Additional Information

Additional Notes:

• Qualified MAC candidates will be considered before members of other employee groups.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Applicants who do not meet all of the posted qualifications may, upon the University's sole discretion, be considered to fill a vacancy on an underfill basis.
• Candidates must have a demonstrated record of dependability/reliability and a commitment to maintain confidentiality.
• We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.  
• Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site.
• Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
• We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community.  We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.