Java Developer

Lancesoft; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm in Toronto seeks a Java Developer with over 10 years of experience in web service development and strong expertise in cloud-based microservices, particularly with Azure. The candidate will focus on modernizing existing digital functionalities and must possess excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills. Financial services experience is preferred but not essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years web service development as a Java Developer or related field.
• 5+ years working with cloud-based microservices, preferably Azure.
• Experience with JSON / RESTful, XML, and SOAP services.

Responsibilities

• Join an ongoing project focused on modernizing digital functionality.
• Work closely with technical leads and contribute to scalable system design.
• Complete unit tests and reverse engineer code as needed.

Skills

Java 8+

Cloud-based microservices

Spring Boot

RESTful services

SQL database development

JSON

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Azure

JAX-WS

JAX-RS

Spring

Job description

Overview

Work arrangement: Onsite (4 days a week)

Schedule Hours: 9am-5pm, 37.5 hours a week (No Overtime)

Story Behind the Need

• Business group: The Digital Client Services group is working on an ongoing Digital Wealth Modernization and is searching for a strong Java Developer as the project scope continues to grow.
• Project: The successful candidate will be joining an ongoing project focused on modernizing existing BNS Digital Online Functionality to a cloud-based environment.

Must Have / Responsibilities

• 10+ years web service development as a Java Developer or related field with Java 8+ (minimum 2 years) or above, JAX-WS, JAX-RS, Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data and Swagger / OAS (Open API Specification).
• 5+ years working with cloud-based microservices (Azure, PCF or GCP); Azure is preferred.
• 5+ years experience with Java Frameworks: Spring, JUnit, Log4j.
• 5+ years experience with JSON / RESTful, XML, and SOAP services.
• 5+ years of database development, stored procedures with SQL, Azure SQL, Sybase OR MS SQL; Azure SQL is preferred.

Nice-To-Have Skills

• Experience with Continuous Development or Continuous Integration is a plus.
• Hands-on experience in MicroApp development is a plus.
• Previous experience with Wealth Management or FI.

Soft skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral, written and presentation).
• You are a hands-on, collaborative individual with experience working with technical architects, business users and engineers.

Degrees or certifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or a related field required.

Best vs average

The best candidate is someone with deep expertise in both Java development and microservices architecture, along with a solid understanding of the wealth management domain. They can work closely with technical leads, contribute to scalable system design, and apply conceptual knowledge effectively in real-world scenarios. In contrast, an average candidate may only have surface-level familiarity with these technologies and require more guidance, lacking the depth and independence needed for complex development tasks.

Additional Notes

• 70% focused on Java Development, 10% building unit tests, 20% analysis for modernization from the existing system to the new product.
• The successful candidate will need to be a strong problem solver.
• Someone who can complete unit tests and reverse engineer code as needed.
• Financial services experience is a plus, but technical experience is more important.