Programmer - IT Architecture

Corus Entertainment

$90K — $110K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proficient in Python, with strong knowledge of programming ecosystems.
  • Experience in JavaScript and frameworks like AngularJS and jQuery.
  • Basic understanding of HTML and CSS.
  • Ability to write reusable code libraries and solid SQL queries.
  • Familiarity with design patterns and concurrency concepts.

Responsibilities

  • Develop reliable and maintainable software according to design goals.
  • Participate in planning sessions to align technical solutions with business objectives.
  • Document code accurately and maintain documentation throughout updates.
  • Stay informed about development trends and new tools.
  • Implement best practices for stable and maintainable code bases.
  • Provide accurate timelines for development projects and adhere to them.
  • Support both your developed applications and those created by others.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment combining remote and in-office work.
  • Opportunity for professional growth through exposure to various development technologies.
  • Engagement with media-focused projects, enhancing both tech and industry skills.
Full Job Description
Department: IT Architecture

Status: Full-Time (Hybrid)

Location: Toronto, ONT

About the Role:

Responsible for developing software and systems that will be used throughout the Corus organization. The software developed will range from helper applications to critical systems operating parts of the core of our business.

Responsibilities:

  • Create well commented, reliable and maintainable code that achieves the design goals in an efficient manner.
  • Be involved in planning sessions and provide solutions that help the business achieve its goals.
  • Create accurate documentation for created code and maintain the documentation throughout the update process.
  • Stay abreast of current development trends and understand new development tools.
  • Use "best practice" code development practices that result in a stable and easy to maintain code base.
  • Be able to provide realistic development timelines, and stay within the agreed upon timeframe.
  • Create code that suits an agile development cycle so feature requests or enhancements can be implemented in a reasonable timeframe.
  • Provide escalated support for applications you develop and those developed by other programmers.
  • Be willing to learn new development technologies.
  • Be available for regular on call nights and weekends.


Requirements:

  • Proficiency in Python is required. Must have good knowledge of programming ecosystems.
  • Ability to program in JavaScript and its associated libraries (eg. jQuery) and frameworks (eg. AngularJS).
  • Basic workable knowledge with HTML and CSS.
  • Skill for writing reusable libraries.
  • Familiar with various design and architectural patterns.
  • Knowledge of concurrency patterns.
  • Proficient in writing solid, set based queries in SQL.
  • Understanding fundamental design principles behind a scalable application.
  • Creating database schemas that represent and support business processes.
  • Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests.
  • Workable understanding Git.
  • Able to write logical and well written documentation (document what you code).
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Able to write clean Restful API specifications and implementations.
  • A passion for using and seeking out new tools and techniques.
  • A passion and deep understanding of technology and the media business.


Application Deadline: August 21, 2026

How to Apply:
If you're interested in this opportunity, click the 'Apply Now' button at the top of this page to submit your application.

Current Corus Employees:
You must log into your Dayforce account under 'Search Jobs' to apply internally.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Corus Entertainment

More Information Technology Jobs

Find similar Programmer - IT Architecture jobs: