Senior Full Stack Developer

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At the University of Guelph-Humber, we offer career paths that open a world of infinite possibilities for you to explore. People are at the heart of the Guelph-Humber experience. Every day we work together to deliver excellence, and in doing so, we redefine what it means to be a leader in providing an education that offers a unique blend of academic and immersive, real work experiences combining theory and practice to solve practical problems. Join us

If you are interested in working in higher education and are looking to contribute to Guelph-Humber's unique academic offering, here is your opportunity to join our team.

      
Job Details:

Position Title: Senior Full Stack Developer
Status: Appendix D Contract (Until December 16, 2026)
Hours:  37.5 hours per week
Program/Department: Finance, IT and Administration
Campus/Location: The University of Guelph-Humber (207 Humber College Blvd, Toronto) is located within the traditional and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit.

Salary: FT Support Payband: I 
Salary Range:  $ $45.59
Starting Salary:  $39.34
Progression through the payband is in accordance with the increments in the payband as outline in the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement based on actual service in the payband.

    

About the Senior Full Stack Developer Role:

The Senior Full Stack Developer is responsible for front and back-end development, with knowledge in all stages of software programming with the ability to take a concept and turn it into a finished product. The role leads and communicates the technical and functional development of UofGH's web properties, leveraging their expertise and knowledge of application architecture and development to achieve the strategic goals and objectives of UofGH.

Under the direction of the Manager, Enterprise Systems and Data Integration, the incumbent will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supporting applications, services, servers and sites from proof of concept through production, while adhering to industry best practices. The incumbent will work on planning, development, maintenance, security and compliance of all enterprise applications and systems, like but not limited to (external website), & (internal portal) that support the University's operations and processes. The candidate will be also responsible for the operations management of enterprise applications including integrating student's and instructor's data from the partners enterprise systems and applications, and technical support of UofGH corporate systems, related software infrastructure and multi-cloud applications, in support of the academic operation.

What you bring to the role:

Education
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a four-year degree or equivalent in one or more of the following sectors:

Computer ScienceComputer Programming Languages

Experience and Skills
The successful candidate will have at minimum of five-years' experience on:

Developing and maintaining Drupal-based websites and applications (Drupal 10), including custom modules, themes, Views, blocks, content types, and configuration management using Composer and Drush.Implementing backend systems in PHP and Laravel, integrating them with university systems, APIs, and third-party services while ensuring code quality, performance, and security.Building responsive, accessible user interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+). Experience with JS frameworks is an advantage.Designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting MySQL databases, including schema management, query performance, data integrity, and backup considerations.Using Linux command-line tools for development, deployment, log analysis, cron jobs management, and basic server troubleshooting.Managing local development and deployment environments using Docker or other containerization technologies, supporting reproducible builds and CI/CD pipelines.Building and integrating RESTful APIs, interfacing with institutional systems such as student records, authentication services, or learning management platforms.Maintaining version control using Git, participate in peer code reviews, and follow structured development workflows and documentation standards.Creating Python scripts or utilities for data processing, automation, or integration where appropriate.Direct experience working within or supporting higher education institutions, with knowledge of academic workflows. Familiarity with ERP systems (Colleague, Banner, PeopleSoft) is preferred.Basic server administration experience (Apache/Nginx, PHP-FPM) and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, GitLab CI).

At the University of Guelph-Humber, we don't just accept difference — we celebrate it Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Guelph-Humber. If your experience is close to what we're looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Guelph-Humber
 
We thank you for your interest in working with the University of Guelph-Humber. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Support Staff and Academic positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.
   

What's In it for you?

An opportunity to be a part of building the University of Guelph-Humber's future.  Be part of a diverse, hard-working, and supportive team.Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.Work/Life balance with above-average days off due to university closure schedules.Amazing perks

  
Application Process

Applications should be submitted electronically through the Humber Polytechnic's careers portal. Applications should include: a detailed resume and a cover letter indicating how you meet some or all of the criteria.
 

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The University of Guelph-Humber is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity, and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.
 
The University of Guelph-Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber's diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Accommodation

The University of Guelph-Humber is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti-Discrimination Statement

At the University of Guelph-Humber, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ). 

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