Bilingual English & Spanish Java Backend Developer

Astra-North Infoteck Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Astra-North Infoteck Inc. in Toronto, ON is seeking a Senior Backend Java Developer with 8+ years of experience to design and build scalable backend systems. You will work in a hybrid setup, collaborating with English and Spanish-speaking teams across regions to deliver robust microservices and RESTful APIs on Azure.

Strong communication and problem-solving are essential. Ideal candidates have expertise in Java, Spring Boot, API integration, and databases (SQL/PostgreSQL), plus experience with

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Java backend development.
• Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
• Hands-on experience with API Integration and REST services.
• Experience with Azure Cloud services and deployments.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and PostgreSQL.
• Experience in performance tuning and application optimization.
• Knowledge of Git, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile methodologies.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (written and verbal).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and support Microservices-based architectures.
• Design, develop, and integrate RESTful APIs and third-party services.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Deploy, monitor, and support applications in Microsoft Azure Cloud.
• Develop and optimize database solutions using SQL and PostgreSQL.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, translating business requirements into technical solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, troubleshooting, and production support.
• Work closely with English and Spanish-speaking stakeholders and teams.

Skills

Java backend

Spring Boot

Microservices

API integration

Azure Cloud

SQL

PostgreSQL

Git

CI/CD

Agile

English & Spanish

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Job description

Senior Backend Java Developer – Java, Spring Boot, Microservices & Azure

Languages Required:

English & Spanish (Professional Fluency)

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: 2-3 days in office a week

Job Description:

We are seeking 8-12 years experienced highly skilled Senior Backend Java Developer with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, API Integration, Azure Cloud, and SQL/PostgreSQL. The ideal candidate must be fluent in both English and Spanish, with the ability to effectively communicate with global stakeholders, business teams, and technical teams across regions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and support Microservices-based architectures.
• Design, develop, and integrate RESTful APIs and third-party services.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Deploy, monitor, and support applications in Microsoft Azure Cloud.
• Develop and optimize database solutions using SQL and PostgreSQL.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, translating business requirements into technical solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, troubleshooting, and production support.
• Work closely with English and Spanish-speaking stakeholders and teams.

Required Skills:

• 8+ years of experience in Java backend development.
• Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
• Hands‑on experience with API Integration and REST services.
• Experience with Azure Cloud services and deployments.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and PostgreSQL.
• Experience in performance tuning and application optimization.
• Knowledge of Git, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile methodologies.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (written and verbal).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized applications.
• Knowledge of Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other messaging frameworks.
• Experience working in global, distributed Agile teams.