Junior Java Developer

mthree Recruiting Portal; Halifax; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-depth training

Annual pay rise

Flexible benefits package

Ongoing training and support

Job summary

mthree invites graduates to join the Alumni program, pairing you with leading global employers. You’ll receive in-depth Java training, participate in a 4-8 week online Academy, and then work on client projects for 12–24 months with ongoing support and potential salary increases.

The program includes access to Columbia University Executive Education certificates and a broad network, with relocation encouraged as part of launching your career in a high-demand field.

Qualifications

• Experience developing Java applications in Agile environments.
• Strong knowledge of Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with SQL and database integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop Java applications and backend services.
• Write clean, maintainable Java code following standards.
• Design and implement new features and enhancements.
• Develop RESTful APIs using Spring Boot.
• Participate in the SDLC from requirements to deployment and support.
• Collaborate with Analysts and Managers to translate requirements into solutions.
• Work with QA and automation teams to troubleshoot defects.
• Debug and root-cause analysis of issues.
• Develop and execute unit tests to ensure quality.
• Integrate applications with databases using SQL/JDBC/ORM.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Unit testing

SQL

Tools

Spring/Spring Boot

JDBC

ORM

Job description

Want to start your career as a Java Developer?

In-depth graduate training, ongoing support, opportunities at leading global employers – the Alumni graduate program gives you everything you need. (And don’t worry, there’s no training bond. No exit fees, no hidden catches).

Here at mthree, we pair great graduates with brilliant global businesses. Our clients include tier one investment banks and other organizations across a range of industries, from insurance to healthcare to travel.

As part of the mthree Alumni program, mthree has an exciting and exclusive partnership with Columbia Univ. School of Engineering.All mthree Alumni are eligible to receive two Executive Education certificates from Columbia Engineering as part of their Academy and industry placement experience at no cost. Further, all participating Alumni will have access to the Columbia Engineering network and ongoing training.

What you’ll do:

As a software developer with mthree, you’ll build complex applications in a global team environment.

You’ll love seeing the impact you make when code you’ve written launches to the people who need it. If you stay on the lookout for new ways to get better results through software development, you’ll become an asset to your team.

How the Alumni program works:

• Apply via this job advert.
• Complete our assessment process.
• Get trained at mthree Academy in an online class for 4-8 weeks with other graduates. Focusing on Java, or other languages depending on which coding languages our clients are looking for at the time.
• Join a mthree client for 12-24 months while receiving support and salary increases.
• The vast majority then convert to permanent employees with the client at the end of the program.

What you’ll learn at the mthree Academy:

• How to design, develop, and test a full-stack application.
• How to demonstrate professionalism, including communication skills and personal interactions.
• How to explain industry concepts at a high level.
• An understanding of monitoring, supporting, and troubleshooting, and how it ties into good development processes.

Role Overview
Support the design, development, testing, and maintenance of Java-based
applications within an Agile software development environment.

Work collaboratively with senior developers, business analysts, QA engineers, and project teams to deliver
reliable and scalable solutions aligned with business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Developed and maintained Java applications and backend services in accordance with business and technical requirements.
• Wrote clean, maintainable, and reusable Java code following established development standards and best practices.
• Assisted with the design and implementation of new application features and enhancements.
• Worked with Spring/Spring Boot to develop RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Participated throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), from requirements analysis through development, testing, deployment, and support.
• Collaborated with Business Analysts and Project Managers to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Worked closely with QA and automation testing teams to troubleshoot defects and resolve application issues.
• Debugged application issues, analyzed logs, and performed root-cause analysis to identify and resolve software defects.
• Developed and executed unit tests to validate application functionality and improve code quality.
• Integrated applications with databases using SQL, JDBC, and/or ORM frameworks .

What you'll get:

• In-depth, interactive training in small classes with graduates like you. Our training is created and delivered by industry experts who know your field inside out.
• An annual pay rise to reflect your progress.
• A flexible benefits package.
• Ongoing training and support.
• Valuable industry experience. Ultimately, a foot in the door to build your career in an in-demand niche.

So you don’t miss out on your dream job, we encourage you to be open to relocating.

At mthree, our values support courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees. We take great pride in celebrating the diversity of each individual who contributes to making mthree the company it is today and will be in the future. We value diversity both within mthree and with our partner companies, and we're proud to provide an environment where all our colleagues can flourish. That means promoting a strong culture of equality but, most importantly, inclusion

We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. The base pay rate for this position is $61,000 - $67,000 CAN. This pay rate represents mthree’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay for this role at the time of posting and based on the locations listed in the job advertisement. It is anticipated that qualified candidates selected for a placement will receive this pay rate as a starting salary once onsite with the mthree client, however, the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies.

The stated salary and benefits package will be received once the training in the mthree Academy has been successfully completed and the candidate starts on-site with the mthree client. Training durations vary depending on training pathways and will be disclosed during the recruitment process.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The Company will not sponsor applicants for work visas.