Senior Software Developer

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

Job summary

A leading tech firm is seeking a Sr. Software Developer with 7+ years experience in Java-based backend development. The position is full-time onsite in Toronto, requiring a strong skill set in Java, Spring framework, and full stack development. Responsibilities include translating technical specifications into applications, troubleshooting, and knowledge transfer. The role offers a contract of over 56 business days with a possibility of extension, making it a great opportunity for skilled developers.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Java-based backend development.
• 7+ years using Java SDK, JEE, Apache Ant, Tomcat, JavaScript.
• 5+ years with Spring framework, Spring JDBC, JSON Token (JWT), Restful API, PLS/SQL, Oracle DB.
• 5+ years with SpringBoot series: Eureka server, Zuul Gateway, SpringBoot web, SpringBoot data/JPA.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical specifications into working applications.
• Troubleshoot technical problems during software operation.
• Conduct knowledge transfer to fellow developers.

Skills

Java-based backend development

Java SDK

JavaScript

Spring framework

JSON Token (JWT)

Restful API

PLS/SQL

Oracle DB

SpringBoot

DevOps

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Apache Ant

Tomcat

Hudson/Jenkins

Maven

Job description

RQ10359 - Sr. Software Developer (Java/JavaScript)
2+ month contract until fiscal year end (56 business days) - 6+ month extension
5 openings - 5 different submissions preferred

ONSITE 5 days a week - Toronto

Responsibilities:

Required to translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications. This includes analysis, design and developing detailed programming specifications, writing and/or generating code, compiling data-driven programs, maintaining, and conducting unit tests.

Resolves and troubleshoots technical problems which arise during the use and operation of software packages, including technical assistance in implementation, conversion, and on-going production support.

Knowledge transfer to fellow developers

General Skills

• Experience in programming and analysis; specialized software package support at the specified experience level
• Ability to collaborate with IT Professionals throughout the Software Development Life Cycle
• Experience in structured methodologies for the development, design, implementation and maintenance of applications
• Experience in design, code, test, debug and document applications
• Experience in the use of object and/or third generation language development tools
• Experience in one or more programming languages
• Experience in application design, latest design patters, deployment and troubleshooting
• Experience with relational and hierarchical database technologies
• Experience in the use of information retrieval packages using query languages
• Experience with one or more communications protocols
• Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development, implementation and maintenance of applications
• Experience eliciting and documenting information from diverse business area stakeholders and subject matter experts
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills
• A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines

Full Stack Skills

• Proficient with both front end and back end development, including any associated areas such as database design/management and DevOps
• Knowledge and experience with design and implementation of the overall web architecture
• Experience with implementation of approved user interface, design and deployment of database
• Knowledge and experience ensuring the entire stack is designed and built for speed and scalability
• Knowledge and experience with the design and construction of REST API services
• Knowledge and experience integrating front-end UI with the constructed API
• Knowledge and experience in design and implementation of continuous integration and deployment

Must Have:

• 7 yr+ Demonstrated experience in Java-based backend development.
• 7 yr+ Demonstrated experience using Java SDK, JEE, Apache Ant, Tomcat, JavaScript.
• 5 yr+ Demonstrated experience in Spring framework, Spring JDBC, JSON Token (JWT), Restful API, PLS/SQL, Oracle DB, and performance tuning.
• 5 yr+ Demonstrated experience in SpringBoot series: Eureka server, Zuul Gateway, SpringBoot web, SpringBoot webservice, SpringBoot data/JPA, Swagger-UI tools, Open UI tools, Hudson/Jenkins, Maven.