Senior Java Developer

Highbrow LLC; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Senior Java Developer for a hybrid role in Toronto. Responsibilities include writing high-quality code, ensuring application security, and collaborating on software development projects. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in Java, particularly in the financial sector, along with knowledge of microservices and front-end technologies.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Java 8 or above with RDBMS experience.
• Proven work experience as Java Developer in a financial institution.
• Strong background in Object-Oriented Programming and Design.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain high-quality, defect-free code.
• Implement standard security coding practices.
• Develop new applications aligned with business needs.

Skills

Java Expertise

Object-Oriented Programming

SQL

Microservices Architecture

PL/SQL

RESTful services

React

Python

R

Tools

JIRA

AutoSys

Job description

Job Title: Senior Java Developer

Job ID: 2024-13063

Job Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid – 2 days/week onsite)

Job Travel Location(s):

# Positions: 1

Employment Type: W2

Duration:Long Term

# of Layers:0

Work Eligibility:All Work Authorizations are Permitted – No Visa Transfers

Key Technology:

Job Responsibilities:

• Code Quality & Maintenance: Create and maintain high-quality, defect-free code, provide support during testing and post-production, and participate in peer code reviews.
• Security Practices: Implement standard security coding practices to protect applications from vulnerabilities.
• Development & Testing: Collaborate to recommend development and testing solutions; conduct unit and integration testing to ensure standards compliance.
• Project Compliance: Adhere to enterprise technology delivery practices, including scope assessment, risk, and cost analysis.
• Process Improvement: Help develop processes to prevent issues and participate in problem resolution.
• Systems Administration: Manage applications and environments, monitoring performance, configuration, backups, and tuning.
• Requirements Analysis: Analyze business requirements and conduct research for solution delivery and problem resolution.
• SQL Proficiency: Rewrite complex SQL queries as needed.
• Application Development: Develop new applications and perform unit/component testing aligned with business needs and technology standards.
• Documentation & Communication: Maintain documentation for design decisions and communicate development requirements effectively, supporting project planning and updates.
• Issue Management: Notify stakeholders of any project-related issues and resolve or escalate as necessary.
• Business Support: Assist with business inquiries and activities through enhancements and break/fix implementations.

Skills and Experience Required:

Required:

• Java Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Java 8 or above and experience with any RDBMS.
• Industry Experience: Proven work experience as a Java Developer in a financial institution.
• Programming Skills: Strong background in Object-Oriented Programming and Design.
• Database Proficiency: Experience with PL/SQL.
• Web Services: Familiarity with RESTful services.
• Messaging Brokers: Experience with messaging broker systems.
• Microservices Architecture: Required experience in developing using microservices architecture.
• Front-End Frameworks: Proficiency in one of the following: React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Additional Languages: Experience with Python and R.

Desired:

• Financial Sector Experience: Work experience as a Java Developer in Securities Lending or Prime Brokerage.
• Cloud Experience: Familiarity with cloud environments.
• Project Management Tools: Experience with JIRA and AutoSys.