Java API Developer

BMO; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 56,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO is seeking a Java/API developer to drive the software development lifecycle, translating requirements into working features and APIs. The role involves collaboration across teams, security considerations, and delivering high-quality code in a hybrid office setting in Canada.

The candidate should have 3+ years of Java and API experience, proficiency with SDLC and Agile, and prior banking experience. The role includes opportunities to work with AWS, CI/CD pipelines, and modern tooling while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or Engineering.
• 3+ years as a Java and API developer following SDLC.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Banking/financial industry experience preferred.
• Proficient in Java 8/11/17+, OOP and design patterns.
• Security-focused development and performance tuning.
• RDBMS/NoSQL databases (SQL, Oracle/MySQL/PostgreSQL).
• CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
• RESTful API development and AWS exposure.

Responsibilities

• Translate user needs into technical specifications and design.
• Develop, test, and deploy software across the SDLC.
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and fault rectification.
• Ensure code adheres to security, logging, and performance standards.
• Evaluate new technologies for fit and impact.
• Follow release management and version control processes.
• Collaborate with teams; work independently on complex tasks.
• Broader responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Java development

API development

Agile/Scrum

RESTful API development

SQL/NoSQL databases

CI/CD pipelines

AWS

Security best practices

Unit testing (JUnit)

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

GitHub Actions

Azure DevOps

Gradle

Dynatrace/ELK

Ansible

Job description

Hybrid role (2 days/week in office). Out of province candidates should consider relocating. This role is not eligible for Virtual/Remote work.

Drives the overall software development lifecycle including working across functional teams to transform requirements into features, managing development teams and processes, and conducting software testing and maintenance. Specific project areas of focus includes translating user requirements into technical specifications, writing Java code +APIs and managing the preparation of design specifications. Supports system design, provides advice on security requirements and debugs business systems and service applications. Applies deep knowledge of algorithms, data structures and programming languages to develop high quality technology applications and services - including tools, standards, and relevant software platforms based on business requirements.

• Translates user needs into technical specifications by understanding, conceptualizing, and facilitating technical requirements from user.
• Analyzes, develops, tests, and implements new software programs, and documentation of entire software development life cycle execution.
• Performs preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting and fault rectification of system and core software
• Ensures that code/configurations adhere to the security, logging, error handling, and performance standards and non functional requirements.
• Evaluates new technologies for fit with the program/system/eco-system and the associated upstream and downstream impacts on process, data, and risk.
• Follows release management processes and standards, and applies version controls.
• Assists in interpreting and documentation of client requirements.
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Engineering
• 3+ years experience as a Java developer and API developer, following SDLC and enterprise methodologies for clean secure code (By the book)
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
• Prior experience in Banking or Financial Industry
• Proficiency in Java (8/11/17+), object-oriented programming, and design patterns
• Application security and performance tuning
• RDBMS and Database technologies for designing and performance tuning, including SQL and No-SQL.
• Hands-on CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
• Ansible for automation
• RESTful API development
• SQL and relational databases (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL)
• Gradle build tools
• Monitoring, logging, and tracing (Dynatrace, ELK, CloudWatch)
• Security best practices for application development
• Scripting and automation (Python, Bash, TypeScript)
• Unit testing frameworks (JUnit)
• AWS cloud stack exposure
• Appetite to do Software Engineering the right way and be a part of evolving products and platforms for one of the Top 8 Banks in North-America

Salary

$55,500.00 - $120,000.00

Pay Type

Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group's pay range and type. Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group's expected target for the first year in this position. BMO Financial Group's total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other's differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.