Java Backend Developer

Synechron; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Hybrid policy

Professional development

Job summary

Synechron is seeking a highly motivated Java Backend Developer to join our technology team in Canada. You will design, develop, and maintain server-side applications using Java, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and microservices, aligning with Agile practices and cloud deployments.

You will collaborate with architects, product managers, and developers to deliver high-quality solutions, optimize performance, and ensure security and compliance across financial services projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Java back-end development.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Strong understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis).
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab, or GitHub Actions.
• Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).
• Experience with message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain server-side applications using Java and Spring/Spring Boot frameworks.
• Write clean, efficient, and testable code following best practices and design patterns.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, architects, and product managers to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Design and manage RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews, mentoring junior developers, and contributing to continuous improvement.
• Develop unit and integration tests to ensure quality and maintainability.
• Integrate third-party APIs and external systems as required.
• Ensure application security, data protection, and compliance with industry standards.
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines and support DevOps practices for deployment and monitoring.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Cloud platforms

SQL

NoSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Git

Agile (Scrum/Kanban)

Kafka

Security/Compliance

JUnit/Testing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

GitLab

GitHub Actions

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Redis

Job description

The Role

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

We are seeking a highly motivated Java Backend Developer, the ideal candidate will have strong experience in Java, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, microservices, cloud platforms, databases, and Agile development practices.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain server-side applications using Java and Spring/Spring Boot frameworks.
• Write clean, efficient, and testable code following best practices and design patterns.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, architects, and product managers to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Design and manage RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews, mentoring junior developers, and contributing to continuous improvement.
• Develop unit and integration tests to ensure quality and maintainability.
• Integrate third-party APIs and external systems as required.
• Ensure application security, data protection, and compliance with industry standards.
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines and support DevOps practices for deployment and monitoring.

Requirements:

You are:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Java back-end development.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Strong understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis).
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab, or GitHub Actions.
• Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).
• Experience with message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice-to-have: It would be great if you also had:

• Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other messaging technologies.
• Knowledge of event-driven architecture.
• Experience with OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and JWT.
• Familiarity with API gateways and service discovery.
• Experience with JUnit, Mockito, Testcontainers, or WireMock.
• Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Datadog, or New Relic.
• Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or other infrastructure-as-code tools.
• Knowledge of Domain-Driven Design, Clean Architecture, or twelve-factor application principles.
• Experience working on high-volume, high-availability, or financial services applications.

We can offer you:

• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad
• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid annual leave plus an additional 10 days of personal leave (floating days and sick days)
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
• Flexible hybrid policy to fit your schedule
• RRSP with employer’s contribution up to 4%
• A higher education certification policy
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Centre of Excellences (CoE) groups
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law