Senior Application Developer

Open Systems Technologies; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Banking and Financial Services sector is seeking a Java & Database Lead Developer. This senior-level position involves leading the analysis and programming of application systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Java and SQL, with strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and excellence in technology.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of programming experience in Java, Python, Spark, Scala.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in RDMS Database SQL, including advanced tuning techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.
• Establish and implement new or revised application systems.

Skills

Java

Python

SQL

Multi-threading

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Tomcat

WebSphere

JIRA

GIT

Job description

Java & Database Lead Developer is a senior-level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Qualifications:

1. 10+ years of programming experience in Java, Python, Spark, Scala
2. 5+ years of strong hands-on experience in RDMS Database SQL (Oracle/Sybase), including queries, PL/SQL, advanced tuning techniques, and database upgrade/migration approaches
3. 3+ years of experience with Messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, Tibco, RabbitMQ)
4. Hands-on experience in multi-threading
5. Experience with Middleware (Tomcat, WebSphere), Cloud Containerization (ECS), CICD tools, Angular, ExtJS, JMS, JSON, XML, ROD, Client Project
6. Experience in Spring Batch, Spring Boot, Microservices, event-based architecture, and consuming REST APIs
7. Experience with collaboration tools like GIT, BitBucket, GitHub Copilot, and project management tools like JIRA
8. Proficiency in Unix/Linux commands and scripting
9. Experience in data analysis, data modeling, SQL performance tuning, and exception handling

Preferred Skillsets:

1. Knowledge and experience with Workflow systems (e.g., JBPM) is a plus
2. Strong systems analysis, design, architecture fundamentals, unit testing, and SDLC activities
3. Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with business and stakeholders
4. Hands-on experience in JAVA/J2EE, Spring Framework stack, SOAP/RESTful services
5. Proficiency in writing SQL queries and data analysis
6. Knowledge of scheduling tools like IBM Autosys is preferable
7. Experience with SSH clients (sftp/scp) for terminal access and file transfer
8. Strong software design skills, especially in database packages in multi-threaded environments

Education:

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; Master's degree preferred

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology and Engineering

Industries

• Banking, Financial Services, and Capital Markets