Java Developer - Expert

CoFoMo Inc.; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CoFoMo Inc. in Montreal is seeking a senior software engineer to lead REST API design and development for enterprise-grade applications. The role focuses on modernizing existing systems and applying DevSecOps to secure the entire SDLC.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate design, coding and testing. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in application development, a Bachelor's in software engineering, and strong Java 17+ with

Qualifications

• Ten or more years in application development, especially REST API design.
• Bachelor's degree in software engineering or equivalent work experience.
• Proficient in Java 17+ and Spring Boot 3 with Git knowledge.
• DevOps experience using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Harness and Docker.
• Experience with AWS and Kubernetes environments.
• Use of AI agents (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to support development and testing.
• Ability to analyze AI outputs and adjust accordingly.
• Understanding of SOA and REST design principles.
• Familiarity with Decision Modeler Platform or Blaze Advisor is a plus.
• Curiosity, autonomy and a willingness to learn while collaborating with teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain REST APIs to meet business needs.
• Modernize applications by upgrading to newer technologies.
• Adopt DevSecOps to integrate security in the SDLC.
• Analyze change requests and implement solutions.
• Provide operational support and evolve applications.
• Document platforms and technical specifications.
• Develop and validate test cases; participate in integration tests.
• Perform code reviews and improve documentation.
• Ensure quality, stability and security of systems.
• Leverage AI agents to accelerate design, coding and testing.
• Critically evaluate AI deliverables and adjust as needed.
• Advance development practices for collaboration with AI tools.

Skills

REST API design

Java 17+

Spring Boot 3

Git

DevOps tooling

AWS

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Security awareness

AI-assisted development

Education

Bachelor's degree in software engineering

Tools

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Harness

Docker

Git

Kubernetes

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain REST application programming interfaces that meet business needs
• Modernize existing applications by upgrading them to newer technologies
• Adopt DevSecOps practices to integrate security into every stage of the software development lifecycle.
• Analyze change requests, evaluate their impacts and implement appropriate solutions
• Ensure operational support, maintenance and evolution of applications
• Document the platforms as well as their functional and technical specifications
• Develop, document and validate test cases associated with the solutions developed
• Participate in integration tests and support teams in the resolution of anomalies
• Perform code reviews and contribute to the improvement of the documentation of existing and new applications
• Validate implementation activities to ensure the quality, stability and security of systems
• Integrate artificial intelligence agents into development practices to accelerate design, programming, and testing
• Critically evaluate the deliverables produced by the AI agents, including code, tests, and technical recommendations
• Contribute to the evolution of development practices towards effective collaboration between teams and artificial intelligence agents.

Profile Sought

The profile sought is as follows:

• Have a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in application development, particularly in the design of REST application programming interfaces
• Hold a bachelor's degree in software engineering or equivalent work experience
• Be proficient in Java 17 or later, Spring Boot 3, and Git
• Apply DevOps practices using tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Harness, and Docker
• Leverage Amazon Web Services and Kubernetes environments
• Commonly use artificial intelligence agents, including GitHub Copilot, to support design, development, and testing
• Analyze the results generated by the artificial intelligence tools with discernment and make the necessary adjustments
• Understand the service-oriented architectures and design principles of REST application programming interfaces
• Knowledge of Decision Modeler Platform or Blaze Advisor is a strong asset
• Demonstrate curiosity, autonomy and a constant willingness to learn
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the delivery of innovative features