Location Address: 100 Queens Quay East, 9th Floor, Toronto Number of Openings: 1 Pay: $74,671.00 - $130,424 Job Posting Description: Senior Application Developer This position is onsite #LI-Onsite This is a contract position until January 2028 Are you an experience application developer looking to work on a major IT modernization initiative? Reporting to the Manager, Development and Design, you will contribute to the enhancement, sustainment, and support of enterprise and industrial applications, with responsibilities that will include travel to LCBO distribution centers to support system implementations and integrations. If you are interested in joining a growing IT Development team at one of Ontario’s most recognizable brands, then this is the role for you! About the Role Participate in full lifecycle application development (SDLC), including research, analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and support. Design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications and microservices-based solutions. Develop and optimize applications using Java ,Python and PowerShell scripting including automation and integration services. Design and implement integrations using REST APIs. Develop and customize solutions using the Ignition platform (Inductive Automation). Integrate and support PLC (Allen-Bradley) systems and OPC (Open Platform Communications) knowledge. Work with Wonderware platform and Zebra programming. Develop automation scripts using Python and PowerShell. Work with databases for querying, reporting, and administration. Provide ongoing application support and resolve production issues. Collaborate with business, architecture, and vendor teams. Provide technical guidance and maintain documentation. About You Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience in enterprise application development using Java and/or Python. Strong experience with microservices architecture and REST APIs. Hands-on experience with Ignition platform (certification preferred, Gold level an asset). Proficiency in Python and PowerShell scripting. Knowledge of PLC programming (Allen-Bradley) and OPC. Experience with Wonderware and Zebra programming. Strong knowledge of MS SQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL. Experience with queries, reporting, and database administration. Strong technical documentation skills. Nice to Have / Preferred Skills Understanding of network protocols and Wireshark. Experience with Windows and Linux. Familiarity with Docker. Exposure to OpenVMS; knowledge of C++ or Fortran. Experience integrating Ignition/PLC with Manhattan systems. Familiarity with CI/CD, Git, DevOps, Agile/Scrum. Core Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience performing reverse engineering on complex systems. Experience both leading complex projects and working independently. Experience creating detailed technical documentation. Self-learning and continuous improvement mindset. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits including: Health/Dental Benefits Access to an Employee & Family Assistance Program a Defined Benefit Pension Discounts on products and services via Workperks. There is a world of opportunities at the LCBO… Join an organization where you can be challenged while achieving your true potential. A place where you can make a positive impact supporting Ontario business and communities. Discover a safe, healthy, diverse, inclusive, and accountable workplace where your wellbeing is our top priority. At the LCBO, your contributions are respected and valued. Be part of our journey as we invest in people and technology to transform an organization. There really is a world of opportunities at the LCBO. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, so everyone feels valued, respected, and heard. The LCBO is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an interview or employment opportunity, please advise if you require an accommodation. Please submit your resume via Workday by 11:59pm on the deadline date. We appreciate your interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Your personal information is being collected under the authority of the Liquor Control Board of Ontario Act, 2019, SO 2019, c 15, Sch 21, Section 3 and in compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of processing your job application. When you select “Easy Apply”, your personal information will be collected through LinkedIn and shared with the LCBO in accordance with the LinkedIn User Agreement. If you wish to apply without sharing your personal information with LinkedIn, please visit the LCBO Careers website. If you have any questions regarding the LCBO’s collection and use of personal information, please refer to the LCBO Customer Privacy Notice, or contact the Freedom of Information and Privacy Office at: Freedom of Information and Privacy Office 100 Queens Quay East, 9th Floor Toronto, Ontario M5E 0C7 Telephone: 416 864-2462 E-mail: foi.privacy@lcbo.com Work Hours: 36.25 Union / Non-Union: Non-Union Job Posting End Date: July 13, 2026 The LCBO is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. The LCBO (Liquor Control Board of Ontario) is an Ontario government enterprise and one of the world’s largest buyers and retailers of beverage alcohol. Through more than 650 retail stores, catalogues, special order services and more than 389 LCBO Convenience Outlets (LCOs) , which provide cost effective, convenient and socially responsible access for rural consumers, the LCBO offers nearly 24,000 products annually to consumers and licensed establishments from more than 80 countries. For job searches in a specific location, please use the search field on the careers site.