Software Developer 1 – Full Stack – Street Context – Toronto, ON



Company: Street Context

Location: Toronto, ON

Job description: Joining the Engineering Team at Street Context means having a direct and profound impact on the team surrounding you and the customers who depend on our technology as a cornerstone of their daily workflow. Our team is tight-knit, mighty, and growing; with a track record of overcoming interesting challenges. Our developers are involved at every stage of the software development lifecycle, from inception, design, coding, and more. We take ownership, initiative and pride in our work and support one another’s professional growth and pursuit of technical excellence.Our system is composed of a retreating monolith surrounded by a growing collection of microservices. Within this system, you and the dev team will be responsible for building and maintaining client-facing components. The current tech stack consists of ReactJS, Java, PostgreSQL, Docker and AWS. If you’re hungry to learn, humble, and interested in winning as a team, we think you’ll do well here. What’s most important is that you love your work, respect the team and don’t lose your sense of humour along the way.Your Know-How

  • You have prior internship or working experience (roughly 1-2 years) on a full-stack web development team
  • Your are a quick learner
  • You are passionate and capable about growing at growing at the fast speed required at a startup
  • You are a team player, proactive and self motivated
  • You are comfortable taking on new and unfamiliar challenges
  • You have a solid baseline understanding of data structures and algorithms
  • You are proficient in Java
  • You have some front end development experience
  • You are transparent, accountable and communicative
  • You are supportive in building a positive and inclusive work culture
  • You have a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering or the equivalent

It’s a Bonus If

  • You have experience working in AWS console or equivalent
  • You are proficient in ReactJS and are comfortable with adopting new technologies
  • You have experience delivering reliable, high-performance REST APIs
  • You have experience and good understanding of scrum/agile development methodologies
  • You are experienced with code reviews, service ownership, fully automated testing, microservices, and rapid/continuous releases
  • You have experience with serverless, queuing, streaming
  • You have worked directly in the finance industry and/or at a SaaS startup

You Can Expect

  • To be included, encouraged, engaged, heard, and recognized for your effort
  • To make a constant and direct impact on: our product, our processes, our users, and our team
  • To love your work and its challenges, but also know the company respects your downtime too
  • To always be clear on where the company is headed and how it’s going to get there

Street Context is on a mission to build more efficient capital markets. We’re developing technology that provides highly scalable sources of customer insights for investment banks, brokerages, and independent research providers. We provide our customers with insights that enable them to pinpoint revenue opportunities, build client intel, and anticipate the needs of the market.We take ownership of our projects and work together to foster a fun and transparent environment. Our days are spent thinking through complex scenarios and tackling major challenges using innovative technology. We’re agile in our process and responsive to the market, seeking to fundamentally improve an institutional industry. We are a team of experts, joined by outstanding advisors and world-class investors, on a quest to build a superior product and a top-notch company. We work, play, and win as a team. We enjoy spending time with one another and celebrate our accomplishments together.Finally, in-office collaboration is integral to our team dynamic and company culture. Our engineering teams meet in the office every Wednesday. We seek candidates who enthusiastically embrace this aspect of our work environment, valuing the opportunities it presents for team bonding, collaboration and innovationIf you see an opportunity for yourself with us, apply now to continue the conversation and learn more about how you can become part of Street Context.Street Context is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, gender identity and gender expression, receipt of public assistance, record of offences, sex or sexual orientation.To that end, Street Context is committed to making our recruitment processes as accessible as possible including providing accommodations during the recruitment and hiring process as required. Upon request, Street Context will consult with applicants to provide or arrange for suitable accommodation.
Street Context is looking for a full-stack web developer to join their engineering team. The team is tight-knit, growing, and values collaboration, initiative, and technical excellence. The tech stack includes ReactJS, Java, PostgreSQL, Docker, and AWS. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of experience, be quick to learn, passionate, and team-oriented. Additional qualifications include proficiency in Java, front-end development experience, and a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering. Experience with AWS, ReactJS, REST APIs, scrum/agile methodologies, and finance industry/SaaS startups is a bonus. The company offers a positive work culture, opportunities for growth, and a fun work environment. Street Context is dedicated to building more efficient capital markets by providing technology for customer insights in the finance industry. They prioritize collaboration, innovation, and team bonding. The company values diversity and offers accommodations during the recruitment process if needed.
Title: Sales Associate

Location: Toronto, ON, Canada

Company: Urban Outfitters

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: Competitive

Job Description:

– Provide exceptional customer service to all clients by being knowledgeable about products and services offered by Urban Outfitters
– Ensure a positive shopping experience for customers by assisting them with product selection, answering any questions they may have, and processing transactions accurately
– Maintain a clean and organized store environment by restocking merchandise, organizing displays, and ensuring all areas are kept tidy and well-maintained
– Stay up-to-date on current fashion trends and product knowledge to effectively assist customers with their shopping needs
– Work collaboratively with team members to achieve sales targets and provide support as needed
– Follow company policies and procedures, including cash handling and merchandising guidelines
– Participate in training and development opportunities provided by the company to enhance job performance and customer service skills
– Contribute to a positive work environment by fostering a culture of teamwork, respect, and excellence

Requirements:

– Previous retail experience is an asset
– Strong communication and interpersonal skills
– Knowledge of fashion trends and an interest in the retail industry
– Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively
– Basic computer skills and familiarity with POS systems
– Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Expected salary:

Job date: Wed, 08 May 2024 22:38:37 GMT

newLead, Strategy & Planning, Digital Strategy & TransformationOMERS3.5Toronto, ON Researching and proposing new strategic considerations in the context of digital, data, and financial services. Today·More…View all OMERS jobs – Toronto jobsSalary Search: Lead, Strategy & Planning, Digital Strategy & Transformation salaries in Toronto, ONSee popular questions & answers about OMERS

Why join us?

Are you looking to join a dynamic pension plan that embodies the strong values of its 500,000 members and is an industry leading global investor? If so, we would love to tell you our story.

At OMERS we put our people first and are proud to embrace the diversity of thought and leadership that comes from having locations in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe. Our culture is truly one of a kind. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it! We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live with an ever-constant eye to the global investment markets.

We are looking for a highly motivated Strategy and Planning Lead to join our Data & Technology team in Toronto. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Strategy & Planning you will collaborate on the design and lead the execution of Data & Technology’s strategic planning. You will also act as a change agent and business agility champion, establishing effective relationships and working collaboratively across Data & Technology teams, business teams and external partners. You will educate employees at all levels on strategy and planning best practices, providing them with the tools and guardrails needed to maximize their individual and team impacts.

Working with the Senior Manager, you will rollout Data & Technology’s refreshed approach to strategic planning and work with the Data & Technology leaders on continuously aligning their strategies to an overall integrated plan. You will own the strategy map as well as guide teams, business leaders and executives to incorporate agility at the intersection of their business planning and execution.

As a member of this team, you will be responsible for:
Refining and aligning a strategy and operational plan for Data & Technology aligned to OMERS priorities

Supporting the evolution of the Data & Technology strategic planning approach from an annual plan to a 24-month horizon

Researching and proposing new strategic considerations in the context of digital, data, and financial services

Supporting the Data & Technology strategic planning process and execution of the strategic plan, which has a significant impact on the department and the broader OMERS organization

Supporting the translat ion of OMERS and Data & Technology strategic priorities into relevant and actionable outcomes

Establishing yourself as a go-to subject matter expert at OMERS in strategy

Developing and monitoring key success factors to track the qualitative and quantitative impact of strateg ic planning and process changes

Regularly capturing feedback and revis ing plan/materials as required

Demonstrating a solid understanding and background with business agility/agile concepts

To succeed in this role, you have:
A minimum 4 -6 years of work experience in strategy and planning roles with measurable results

Strong collaboration skills, are a great teammate, and proactive individual contributor

Ability to identify key business drivers and associate the target outcomes and value to craft good storytelling

Prior experience working in Agile teams and an a bility to act as a change agent

Strong experience in innovative, multi-channel adoption and engagement techniques, with a focus on agility

A c onsistent track record in relationship-building and gaining consensus for new programs and initiatives

Outstanding communication, presentation and facilitation skills , preferably with executive audiences

Certified SAFe ® 4 Program Consultant (SPC ) nice to have

Our story:
Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $105 billion in net assets as at December 31, 2020. OMERS is a jointly-sponsored pension plan, with 1,000 participating employers ranging from large cities to local agencies, and over half a million active, deferred and retired members. OMERS members include union and non-union employees of municipalities, school boards, local boards, transit systems, electrical utilities, emergency services and children’s aid societies across Ontario. Contributions to the Plan are funded equally by members and employers. OMERS teams work in Toronto, London, New York, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe – serving members and employers and originating and managing a diversified portfolio of high-quality investments in public markets, private equity, infrastructure and real estate.

OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups. Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives.

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Marketing AssistantYork University4.2Toronto, ON$67,412 a year Experience with digital marketing and social media platforms and their use in a marketing context is required. Experience developing marketing plans required. 30+ days ago·More…View all York University jobs – Toronto jobsSalary Search: Marketing Assistant salaries in Toronto, ONSee popular questions & answers about York University

Purpose:
The Marketing Assistant (MA) is an integral member of the Osgoode Professional Development (OsgoodePD) marketing team by supporting the marketing process for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and Master of Laws (LLM) programs. The MA plans, develops and coordinates the implementation of comprehensive and innovative marketing and promotional plans in support of organizational goals and objectives. The incumbent works on a diverse and varied set of marketing execution activities including the design, creation and distribution of various promotional materials. The MA conducts market research and trend analysis of various programs. The MA works very closely with the Manager to ensure that brand guidelines are being followed on all marketing material and communication channels.

Education:
Community College diploma in business/marketing or an equivalent of 2 years recent experience (defined as within the last three years) working at York University and performing the same or similar tasks. This education equivalency is in addition to the experiential requirements outlined below.

Experience:
Three years recent related marketing experience in a high-volume customer focused environment. Experience developing marketing plans required. Experience in developing, coordinating and producing promotional and marketing material required. Experience with databases and design software is required. Experience with digital marketing and social media platforms and their use in a marketing context is required. Experience setting up social media campaigns and paid advertising (i.e., LinkedIn Sponsored Updates, Facebook and Twitter campaigns) required.

Skills:
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Google Analytics, WordPress and basic HTML/CSS for the purpose of updating and maintaining websites. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with CRM systems. Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, analyze, and develop marketing plans. diplomacy and professionalism in interactions with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to build strong and positive workplace relationships with staff, internal clients and vendors. excellent oral and written communication skills. ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships including showing respect for other’s views and opinions. sensitivity to multiple perspectives. excellent organizational skills. demonstrated experience coordinating projects, ability to multi-task, prioritize and respond effectively to competing time lines. demonstrated ability to maintain high rate of accuracy despite frequent interruptions. demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. meticulous attention to detail. good judgment, creativity, initiative and service oriented. ability to maintain confidentiality. Excellent quantitative, analytical, research, planning & time management skills. Demonstrated experience using databasesystems. Demonstrated experience with social media platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Additional Notes:
Please note: This position requires the candidate to produce a verification of degree(s), credentials(s), or equivalencies from accredited institutions and/or international equivalents at the time of interview.

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