Full-Stack Software Developer

Company Description

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world. 

Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Research
Reports to: Chief AI Scientist
Work Model: Hybrid
Grade: H0:06
Hours: 37.5
Salary: $75,000 - $95,000 annually (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Shifts: Day
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Closing Date: As soon as possible

About the Role 
Join the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre AI team and play a pivotal role in revolutionizing healthcare by bridging the gap between innovative AI solutions and real-world clinical applications. This exciting position focuses on designing intuitive, high-performance interfaces and building robust backend systems that empower healthcare professionals with accessible, impactful AI tools. You will collaborate closely with clinicians, AI Scientists, and ML specialists to create cutting-edge applications that drive meaningful improvements in patient care and streamline clinical workflows. Be at the forefront of transforming healthcare through AI, making a lasting impact on the way care is delivered

Impact
In this role, you'll play a crucial part in making AI seamlessly accessible to healthcare professionals by designing intuitive, high-impact interfaces. Your work will directly shape how clinicians engage with advanced AI tools, driving significant improvements in patient care and clinical efficiency at one of Canada’s premier cardiac centers. Be at the forefront of healthcare innovation, empowering professionals with transformative AI solutions that enhance clinical decision-making and elevate patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative full-stack solutions that seamlessly integrate cutting-edge ML models into clinical workflows, transforming patient care.
• Craft responsive, user-friendly interfaces tailored to the unique needs of healthcare professionals, ensuring a smooth and efficient user experience.
• Build and maintain robust backend services and APIs that support the deployment and scaling of AI models, ensuring reliability and performance.
• Rapidly prototype and develop MVPs to validate real-world clinical use cases, driving impactful change in healthcare.
• Collaborate closely with clinicians to ensure your solutions address critical healthcare challenges and enhance real-world clinical practices.
• Lead the design and ongoing maintenance of web applications supporting key healthcare initiatives, contributing to the evolution of digital health.
• Build secure, scalable data pipelines that seamlessly connect frontend applications with powerful ML systems to optimize healthcare outcomes.
• Create clear, comprehensive documentation while upholding high development standards to ensure sustainability and knowledge sharing.
• Play a key role in supporting the deployment and continuous monitoring of production systems, ensuring the reliability and success of AI-driven solutions in healthcare.

Technical Requirements

• Strong full-stack development experience with modern frameworks and technologies
• Expertise in frontend development (React, Vue, or similar) with a focus on UI/UX
• Proficiency in backend development (Python, Node.js, or similar)
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
• Knowledge of modern web development practices and responsive design
• Understanding of database design and management
• Experience with version control systems and CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Understanding of web security best practices and HIPAA compliance

Professional Skills

• Strong eye for design and user experience
• Ability to rapidly prototype and iterate based on user feedback
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills for working with clinical staff
• Experience in agile development methodologies
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team

Ideal Qualities

• Prior experience in healthcare or medical software development
• Understanding of clinical workflows and healthcare data
• Portfolio demonstrating UI/UX capabilities
• Track record of delivering user-friendly, production-grade applications
• Passion for creating technology that improves healthcare delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
• Minimum 3 years of professional full-stack development experience
• Demonstrated expertise in:
  • Frontend: JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, modern frameworks (React, Vue, or similar)
  • Backend: Python, Node.js, or similar backend technologies
  • Database: SQL and NoSQL databases
  • API Development: REST, GraphQL
  • Version Control: Git
  • Experience building and deploying production-grade web applications
• Portfolio demonstrating UI/UX capabilities and responsive design work
• Experience with automated testing and CI/CD pipelines

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.