Join our team as a Senior Java Developer to lead back-end development for enterprise-level web applications. With strong experience in Java, Spring Boot, and SQL, you’ll design and develop scalable solutions, build RESTful APIs, and ensure seamless data exchange between front and back ends. You’ll work across the full SDLC, applying Agile practices and microservice architecture to enhance performance and maintainability. Proficiency in Azure DevOps, API integration, and security protocols is essential. Ideal for developers who thrive in complex environments and value clean, efficient code. Hybrid role (3 days onsite / 2 remote) within a collaborative public sector team.

 

Description
Responsibilities: Responsible for managing the interchange of data between the server and the users. Required to translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications. This includes: developing detailed programming specifications writing and/or generating code compiling data-driven programs maintaining, and conducting unit tests Resolves and troubleshoots technical problems which arise during the use and operation of software packages, including technical assistance in implementation, conversion and General Skills: Experience in programming and analysis; specialized software package support at the specified experience level Ability to collaborate with IT Professionals throughout the Software Development Life Cycle Experience in structured methodologies for the development, design, implementation and maintenance of applications Experience in design, code, test, debug and document applications Experience in the use of object and/or third generation language development tools Experience in one or more programming languages Experience in application design, latest design patters, deployment and troubleshooting Experience with relational and hierarchical database technologies Experience in the use of information retrieval packages using query languages Experience with one or more communications protocols Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development, implementation and maintenance of applications Experience eliciting and documenting information from diverse business area stakeholders and subject matter experts Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines Back End Skills Knowledge and experience with developing all server-side logic, definition and maintenance of the central database, and ensure high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end. Knowledge and experience with front-end technologies Knowledge and experience to integrate the front-end elements into the application Desirable Skills: Knowledge and experience with programming Internet-ready applications Knowledge and experience in rapid application development (RAD) methodologies Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices Experience with middleware and gateways Experience reviewing, analyzing, and modifying product installation scripts including encoding, testing, debugging Ability to provide post-implementation support and resolve any post-implementation technical issues Experience conducting design walkthrough sessions with project team Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards Ability to provide user and system documentation as required
Skills
Experience and Skill Set Requirements
Core Skills and Experience - 40 %

10+ years of experience as a designer and developer in the large-scale multi-client web applications

10+ year of hands-on working experience of Java development with Oracle or SQL database

5+ years of hands-on experience of RestAPI, RESTful WebServices

Knowledge and experience of microservice architecture as well as a demonstrated ability to apply core architecture principles to enhance a product's extensibility and maintainability.

Knowledge and experience with programming Internet-ready applications

Knowledge and experience in rapid application development (RAD) methodologies

Experience using Azure DevOps

Technical Skills and Experience - 35%

Knowledge of security gateways and protocols (JWT, Oauth2.0, SSL Certificates)

Solid Understanding of Agile methodologies

Object Oriented coding practices, including design patterns knowledge, refactoring, clean code.

Experience with relational and hierarchical database technologies

Experience in the use of information retrieval packages using query languages

Experience with one or more communications protocols

 

Soft Skills- 20%

Strong communication skills; both written and verbal

Ability to develop and present new ideas and conceptualize new approaches and solutions

Excellent interpersonal relations and demonstrated ability to work with others effectively in teams

Demonstrated ability to work with functional and technical teams Demonstrated ability to participate in a large team and work closely with other individual team members

Proven analytical skills and systematic problem solving

Strong ability to work under pressure, work with aggressive timelines, and be adaptive to change

Displays problem-solving and analytical skills, using them to resolve technical problems

 

Public sector Experience- 5%

OPS Development standard/Process

Max submission: 1 (one)

Hybrid: 3 Days onsite / 2 days remote

Must Have:

Strong development experience with Java, spring boot, SQL.

Experience with Restful Web Services, APIs.

Experience using Azure DevOps