Java Developer

Tekgence Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions firm in Toronto is looking for a skilled Java Backend Developer to design and implement scalable RESTful APIs using Spring Boot. The successful candidate will work on microservices architecture and has experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. Responsibilities include optimizing system performance, collaborating with frontend teams, and ensuring high security standards. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your expertise in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Java (8+) is essential.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot is required.
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and maintain microservices-based architecture.
• Deploy and manage applications on AWS and/or Azure.

Skills

Java (8+)

Spring Boot

Microservices architecture

Apache Kafka

AWS

Azure

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

Git

Tools

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Java Backend Developer with strong experience in Microservices architecture and Spring Boot for building scalable and secure RESTful APIs. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure), event‑driven systems using Kafka, and front‑end exposure with Angular.

You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying high‑performance backend services in a cloud‑native environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot
• Build and maintain microservices‑based architecture
• Integrate messaging systems using Apache Kafka
• Deploy and manage applications on AWS and/or Azure
• Develop and maintain cloud‑native applications
• Collaborate with frontend developers working in Angular
• Implement security best practices (OAuth2, JWT, etc.)
• Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability of backend systems
• Write clean, maintainable, and well‑documented code
• Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Java (8+)
• Hands‑on experience with Spring Boot and Microservices architecture
• Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs
• Experience with Apache Kafka for event‑driven architecture
• Cloud experience with AWS and/or Azure
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and/or NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with Docker and containerization
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (Git)
• Understanding of API security and authentication mechanisms