Java Software Engineer

Motion Recruitment; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Vacation Time

Stock Options

Job summary

Motion Recruitment is partnering with a banking software company in Downtown Toronto to hire Java Software Engineers. This hybrid role emphasizes backend development with a modern tech stack and AI-driven workflows.

You will focus primarily on backend development (Java) with some frontend collaboration, contributing to scalable microservices and data-driven solutions. A BS degree and cloud/Docker experience are valued, along with strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Java backend development.
• Proficiency with Java, Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
• Experience with PostgreSQL, Docker and cloud-based solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead backend development using Java, focusing on scalable microservices.
• Collaborate with frontend teams to integrate APIs and UI components.
• Contribute to architecture decisions and code quality improvements.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

PostgreSQL

Docker

Cloud

5+ years

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Kafka

Job description

We're working with a company specializing in enterprise software in banking that harnesses that power of AI and data to provide details to their clients across the world. This team is currently looking to hire a series of Java Software Engineers and are hybrid in Downtown Toronto.

This opportunity offers a unique mix of enterprise stability and a fast-paced environment. The team is looking to continue growing and building scalable and effective solutions and are leveraging a modern stack and workflows in order to so.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience
• Java
• Spring Boot
• Microservices
• PostgreSQL
• Docker
• Cloud

Desired Skills & Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent
• JavaScript frameworks (Angular, React or Vue) are a plus, though not a major part of the role
• Kafka is a plus
• Work done with AI tools for code and other workflows (e.g. Claude, Copilot etc.)

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 80% Backend development, utilizing Java
• 20% Frontend

Daily Responsibilities

• 80% Hands On
• 20% Team Collaboration

The Offer

• Bonus OR Commission eligible

You Will Receive The Following Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Stock Options

Current Vacancy: Yes

Use of AI in Hiring: No

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the Canada on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Posted By: Kevin Kanhai