Back End Developer - Java

Highspring; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Highspring is a modern consulting and professional services firm focused on technology delivery, cloud transformation, data engineering, and enterprise modernization. The Backend Developer role in Montréal offers a chance to shape critical platform integrations within a hybrid work model.

You will design, build, and integrate backend components, APIs, and microservices, while leveraging Kafka, AWS services, and DevOps practices to improve delivery and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-team collaboration skills.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-moving environment and contribute to team cohesion.

Responsibilities

• Deliver backend components aligned with architecture standards and business requirements.
• Design and implement integrations using APIs, microservices, and Kafka event streams.
• Build CI/CD pipelines to automate deployment workflows and improve delivery efficiency.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring sustainable long-term solutions.
• Collaborate closely with architects, analysts, and developers to optimize the overall solution.
• Promote and reinforce software engineering best practices, including automated testing and quality assurance.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Microservices

API design

Kafka

DevOps

Jenkins

Git/Bitbucket

Nexus

Docker

AWS

EKS

DynamoDB

Lambda

SQS

Step Functions

SDLC

Agile

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Jenkins

Git/Bitbucket

Nexus

Docker

AWS

EKS

DynamoDB

Lambda

SQS

Step Functions

Job description

Highspring is a modern consulting and professional services firm specializing in technology delivery, cloud transformation, data engineering, and enterprise modernization. We partner with forward-thinking organizations to design, build, and scale high-impact digital solutions. Our teams bring deep technical expertise, strong delivery discipline, and a human-centered approach to solving complex business challenges.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Backend Developer to join a major data governance and data destruction initiative for one of our financial-sector partners. This engagement offers the opportunity to shape critical platform integrations, influence architectural decisions, and contribute to a high‑visibility transformation program. The role is based in Montréal with a hybrid work model.

What You'll Do

• Deliver backend components aligned with architecture standards and business requirements.
• Design and implement integrations using APIs, microservices, and Kafka event streams.
• Build CI/CD pipelines to automate deployment workflows and improve delivery efficiency.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring sustainable long‑term solutions.
• Collaborate closely with architects, analysts, and developers to optimize the overall solution.
• Promote and reinforce software engineering best practices, including automated testing and quality assurance.

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross‑team collaboration skills.
• Ability to adapt in a fast‑moving environment and contribute to team cohesion.

Core Skills Required

• Advanced expertise in Java and Spring Framework.
• Hands‑on experience building microservices, designing APIs, and working with API contracts.
• Solid knowledge of DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Git/Bitbucket, Nexus, and Docker.
• Experience working with AWS services (EKS, DynamoDB, Lambda, SQS, Step Functions).
• Familiarity with Kafka and event‑driven architectures.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.

Our Stack

• Languages & Frameworks: Java, Spring
• DevOps: Jenkins, Git/Bitbucket, Nexus, Docker
• Cloud: AWS (EKS, DynamoDB, Lambda, SQS, Step Functions)

Why Join Highspring

At Highspring, you'll collaborate with passionate technologists, build impactful solutions, and advance your craft within a supportive and innovative consulting environment. We value autonomy, continuous learning, and a culture rooted in excellence and collaboration.