Senior JAVA Developer

Capgemini; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Capgemini in Toronto seeks an experienced Solution Architect with strong Java and Big Data expertise to design, develop, and implement scalable, high‑performance enterprise solutions. The ideal candidate will define architecture, guide development teams, and ensure alignment with business objectives and technology strategy.

You will lead end‑to‑end architecture, build data pipelines with Hadoop/Spark/Kafka, design cloud-enabled, microservices-based systems, and mentor engineers while

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Java ecosystem (Java 8+, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud).
• Expertise in Big Data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Hive).
• Hands-on experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Familiarity with DevOps tools (CI/CD pipelines, Jenkins, Git, Terraform).
• Experience with API design, RESTful services, and event-driven systems.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture and solution design.
• Experience in designing large-scale, high-throughput systems.
• Knowledge of architecture patterns and best practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of IT experience with at least 3-5 years in a Solution Architect role.
• Proven experience delivering enterprise-grade Java and Big Data solutions.
• Experience with data governance and data lake architectures.
• Certification in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Exposure to AI/ML data pipelines is a plus.
• Experience in Agile and DevOps environments.
• Strategic thinking
• Technical leadership
• Innovation and continuous improvement
• Stakeholder engagement
• Delivery excellence

Responsibilities

• Architecture & Design: Define end-to-end solution architecture for enterprise applications leveraging Java and Big Data platforms.
• Design scalable, secure, and high-performance systems using microservices and distributed architectures.
• Develop architecture blueprints, technical roadmaps, and solution designs aligned with business needs.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate tools, frameworks, and technologies.
• Java & Application Development: Lead design and development of enterprise applications using Java (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Hibernate).
• Establish best practices for coding standards, design patterns, and performance optimization.
• Review code and ensure adherence to architecture guidelines.
• Big Data Architecture: Design and implement Big Data solutions using Hadoop, Spark, Hive, Kafka, and NoSQL databases.
• Define data ingestion, processing, and storage strategies.
• Build real-time and batch data processing pipelines.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and governance.
• Cloud & Integration: Architect cloud-based solutions (AWS, Azure,) integrating Big Data and Java services.
• Design APIs and integration frameworks using REST, messaging systems, and event-driven architectures.
• Work on containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Collaboration & Leadership: Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and engineering teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Mentor development teams and provide technical leadership.
• Conduct architecture reviews and ensure alignment with enterprise standards.
• Performance & Security: Ensure system scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Implement security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks in architecture.

Skills

Java ecosystem (Java 8+, Spring Boot,

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

Terraform

Job description

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired bya collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizationsunlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect with strong expertise in Java and Big Data technologies to design, develop, and implement scalable, high-performance enterprise solutions. The ideal candidate will play a key role in defining architecture, guiding development teams, and ensuring alignment with business objectives and technology strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Design

Define end-to-end solution architecture for enterprise applications leveraging Java and Big Data platforms.

Design scalable, secure, and high-performance systems using microservices and distributed architectures.

Develop architecture blueprints, technical roadmaps, and solution designs aligned with business needs.

Evaluate and recommend appropriate tools, frameworks, and technologies.

Java & Application Development

Lead design and development of enterprise applications using Java (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Hibernate).

Establish best practices for coding standards, design patterns, and performance optimization.

Review code and ensure adherence to architecture guidelines.

Big Data Architecture

Design and implement Big Data solutions using technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Hive, Kafka, and NoSQL databases.

Define data ingestion, processing, and storage strategies.

Build real-time and batch data processing pipelines.

Ensure data quality, integrity, and governance.

Cloud & Integration

Architect cloud-based solutions (AWS, Azure,) integrating Big Data and Java services.

Design APIs and integration frameworks using REST, messaging systems, and event-driven architectures.

Work on containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).

Collaboration & Leadership

Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and engineering teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.

Mentor development teams and provide technical leadership.

Conduct architecture reviews and ensure alignment with enterprise standards.

Performance & Security

Ensure system scalability, reliability, and performance.

Implement security best practices and compliance requirements.

Identify and mitigate risks in architecture.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong experience in Java ecosystem (Java 8+, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud).
• Expertise in Big Data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Hive).
• Hands-on experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Knowledge of database systems: SQL and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Familiarity with DevOps tools (CI/CD pipelines, Jenkins, Git, Terraform).
• Experience with API design, RESTful services, and event-driven systems.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture and solution design.
• Experience in designing large-scale, high-throughput systems.
• Knowledge of architecture patterns and best practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of IT experience with at least 3-5 years in a Solution Architect role.
• Proven experience delivering enterprise-grade Java and Big Data solutions.
• Experience with data governance and data lake architectures.
• Certification in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Exposure to AI/ML data pipelines is a plus.
• Experience in Agile and DevOps environments.
• Strategic thinking
• Technical leadership
• Innovation and continuous improvement
• Stakeholder engagement
• Delivery excellence

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: 90,000 to 125,000.

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non‑negotiable benefits package to all regular, full‑time employees.

In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice:

Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.