Senior Java Developer

tax.com; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A software development company in Toronto is seeking a Senior Java Developer to enhance its itamlink products. Candidates should have a solid background in cloud computing, particularly with Azure, and at least 5 years of experience in Java. This hybrid role involves mentoring juniors and developing scalable code in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development using Java / JEE.
• Strong knowledge of cloud computing, particularly with Microsoft Azure.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain scalable code for SaaS applications.
• Mentor junior developers and promote best practices.
• Utilize Azure DevOps Boards for Agile development processes.

Skills

Java / JEE

Spring Boot

PostgreSQL

Agile methodologies

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Git

IntelliJ IDEA

Azure DevOps Boards

Job description

Overview

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We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our team, focusing on our itamlink products, developed in Java. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud computing, particularly with Microsoft Azure, and will be responsible for leading the development, maintenance, and optimization of our software solutions. This role operates in a hybrid work environment, combining remote work with in-office collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Solution, develop, test, and maintain high-quality, scalable code for our SaaS application.
• Implement new features and enhancements using a mixture of Java, Spring Boot, Wicket, Hibernate, and PostgreSQL.
• Mentor junior developers and promote standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring robust application performance.
• Work closely with product management, QA, and other teams to align software development with business goals.
• Utilize Azure DevOps Boards for project tracking, sprint planning and managing work items to facilitate Agile development processes.
• Ensure security best practices are followed in all aspects of the software development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• At least 5+ years of experience in software development using Java / JEE.

Hands-on Experience In

• Spring Boot
• Apache Wicket
• Hibernate or equivalent ORM
• PostgreSQL or similar SQL databases
• Java EE components such as EJB, JPA, etc.

Working knowledge of development tools and environments such as Maven, Git, IntelliJ IDEA, etc.

• Experience with Git / GitHub for version control.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and knowledge of software design patterns.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Have

• Experience with Azure services like Azure App Services, Azure SQL Database, Azure Functions is nice to have.
• Experience with BIRT, micro service and service-based architecture.
• Working knowledge of REST, JSON, XML, GRAPSQL and / or SOAP
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks and JS libraries such as React, Angular, and Node.
• Familiarity with Auth0

Work Environment

• Our team operates in a hybrid mode, offering a mix of remote and in-office work. Team members are expected to be in the office for key meetings, collaborative sessions, and when in-person presence is requested / adds value.
• Culture that values continuous learning and professional growth; we support our team members and expect a sense of urgency, transparency and frequent discussions on how we can improve as a team.
• Interaction with employees at all levels and clients via email and phone.
• Occasional travel (5–10%).