Software Developer - Enhance Ontario

Job Number: JR107481
Job Title: Software Developer - Enhance Ontario
Department: EO ENHANCE Ontario - Data & Analytics
Job Category: Professional
Hospital Location: EO Head Office
Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Number of Positions: 1
Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $52.841 - $61.256
Hours: Days, Afternoons

Enabling Healthcare Across Networks of Central East (ENHANCE) Ontario (also referred to here as “EO”) is a not-for-profit corporate entity which will provide centralized IT services to its seven (7) member hospitals (Campbellford Memorial Hospital, Haliburton Highlands Health Services, Lakeridge health, Northumberland Hills Hospital, Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Ross Memorial Hospital, and Scarborough Health Network) to manage and operate a set of shared digital assets. This will enable its 7 member hospitals across 14 sites to deliver high quality and safe patient care using the shared Epic Clinical Information System (“CIS”) to over 1.5 million patients residing in both rural and urban communities located in the Central East region of Ontario.

Job Description:

Position Overview

Enabling Healthcare Across Networks of Central East (ENHANCE Ontario), also referred to as EO, is a not-for-profit corporate entity providing centralized IT services to its 7 member hospitals across 14 sites, delivering high-quality, safe patient care through the shared Epic Clinical Information System (CIS) to over 1.5 million patients across the Central East region of Ontario.

As a senior member of the Software and Development Team, the Senior Software Developer takes the lead on designing, architecting, and delivering web applications and integration solutions across EO's member hospitals, setting technical direction and providing hands-on mentorship to other developers on the team.

This individual brings deep programming expertise, extensive experience with healthcare data standards, and Epic certification in relevant applications, and is trusted to make architectural decisions, review the work of others, and guide complex, high-impact integrations between Epic and third-party platforms. This is a hybrid role based out of ENHANCE Ontario, Scarborough, ON.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and architecture of secure, scalable web applications tailored to clinical and administrative needs

• Design, build, and oversee integration solutions between Epic and third-party platforms using HL7, FHIR, and RESTful APIs, setting technical standards for the team

• Act as technical lead on projects, partnering with business analysts, project managers, clinical informatics, and Epic application teams to shape requirements and solution design

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to other developers, including code reviews and best-practice coaching

• Own application performance and reliability, leading root-cause analysis and resolution of complex production issues

• Define test strategies and lead peer reviews to ensure application quality, reliability, and maintainability

• Establish and maintain technical documentation standards for developed applications and interfaces

• Ensure that all solutions comply with privacy, security, and regulatory standards (e.g., PHIPA), and advise on secure design practices

• Drive process and system improvements, championing engineering best practices across the development team

• Provide training and structured onboarding to team members and stakeholders to support solution adoption and long-term sustainability

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience

• 5+ years of software development experience, including prior experience leading projects or mentoring other developers, ideally in healthcare or a similarly regulated environment

• Advanced proficiency in web development technologies such as JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, React/Vue, and backend frameworks (e.g., Node.js, .NET, or Django)

• Strong experience with database design and development using SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or equivalent

• Solid working knowledge of data exchange standards including HL7, FHIR, REST, SOAP

• Extensive experience with development tools such as Git, GitHub, Jenkins, Jira, and Visual Studio Code, including CI/CD pipeline design

• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (e.g., Azure, AWS, or similar)

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex integration and development issues and guide others through resolution

• Preferred: Experience defining technical standards or leading architectural decisions for a development team

Key Competencies:

• Technical Leadership: Ability to set technical direction, make architectural decisions, and mentor other developers

• Innovation & Solution Design: Ability to create intuitive and effective digital tools that streamline hospital workflows

• Technical Accuracy: Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality in code and integrations

• Communication: Effective communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users, stakeholders, and junior team members

• Organizational Skills: Capable of leading multiple development initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

• Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work effectively in and help guide cross-functional healthcare teams

This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Enhance Ontario (EO) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. EO is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.

We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.

We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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At Scarborough Health Network (SHN), our people are our greatest asset. They come from all over the world and bring diverse perspectives to enhance the compassionate and innovative care we provide our patients and their loved ones.

We celebrate what makes people unique and believe that a safe, fulfilling and balanced work environment is just the start. We recognize and reward our teams, prioritize access to continuing education and create meaningful opportunities for growth and development. At SHN, you can enhance your career while by opening doors to new experiences and possibilities within our vibrant and inclusive community.

We are proud to be an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace, where everyone feels valued, respected, supported, and has a rich sense of belonging through our organizational drive to build and sustain an exceptional work environment where healthcare professionals can flourish both personally and professionally.

Let us show you how!

SHN is proud to be named one of Greater Toronto’s Top 2026 Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc., the organization behind the prestigious Canada’s Top 100 Employers project. This honour celebrates organizations that create exceptional workplaces, and we are thrilled to be among them.

Fostering a growth-driven and inclusive mindset for success

We are a culture that empowers and inspires. This means everyone feels welcomed, respected, supported and valued and able to fully participate in the workplace. We are doing this through by creating awareness, providing education resources, empowering staff-led Communities of Inclusion, and providing growth and career opportunities. We are proud to offer mentorship programs to encourage collaboration and to support international employees, and our EnRoute training and career advancement programs designed to provide hands-on experience to fast-track certifications and placements in different care units.

Compassion and dedication have no borders

We are always in search of individuals with unique strengths to enhance the world-class care we provide to our patients within a welcoming environment. Experience what makes us one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and an affiliated teaching hospital of the University of Toronto.

We are proud to offer our staff comprehensive perks, including:

• Defined Benefit pension plan through the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

• Comprehensive insured benefits package including health and dental benefits

• New Graduate Initiative

• Enroute Program

• Critical Care Sponsorship Program

• Employee Discount and Incentive Programs

• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), along with other comprehensive wellness offerings, including our Spiritual Care team of registered psychotherapists for spiritual, religious or emotional care; mental health supports; and on-site wellness rounding

• Recognition events

• Leadership Development and Learning Programs

• Tuition Assistance Program

What happens after I’ve applied?

Please allow some time for our recruiters to review your application. We will contact those applicants who are chosen for an interview.