MBC is Hiring – ASP.NET Web Developer Position available in Toronto, Ontario

Description

If you enjoy working on a variety of cutting edge web applications ranging from eCommerce apps to Social Networking sites then this position might be for you! MBC is seeking to hire a talented and passionate developer with a deep understanding of ASP.NET and the .NET framework but who also likely knows their way around windbg.  Experience with standards-based XHTML, CSS, JavaScript and AJAX is a must.  The position is based out of Richmond Hill, Ontario (just outside of Toronto).  Office environment is young and casual.

Experience

Degree or certificate in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or college level application development program. Some experience developing production applications required.

Responsibilities

1. Design and coding of features and bug fixes in a variety of .NET applications authored in C# (primarily ASP.NET)
2. Occasionally working on VB6, PHP, ASP applications
3. Communication with clients regarding progress, feature requests, answering general questions, support

Requirements

• Strong object oriented design and programming using C# and ASP.NET 3.5
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2000/2005 (programming with T-SQL)
• A desire to take part in the full development processing starting with design of features through implementation
• Job experience working with C#, ASP.NET, .NET framework, JavaScript, AJAX
• Experience working in a team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Additional Assets

• Knowledge of COM+, Active Directory, Exchange, IIS, MSMQ
• Team Foundation Server
• PHP, ColdFusion, ASP
• MySQL
• Basic use of graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop

Salary

Commensurate with experience.

To apply for the job

Candidates will be required to provide sample source code that demonstrates strong knowledge of C# and ASP.NET. An application implementing an n-tier design is highly recommended. Additional consideration will be given to candidates who provide sample code using .NET 3.0/3.5 technologies such as LINQ, WCF, WPF.

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