Senior Java Developer

SS&C Technologies; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services technology firm in Canada is seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer. In this role, you will design and develop innovative Java applications and microservices for digital investment products. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in Java development, strong expertise in enterprise-level applications, and excellent collaboration skills within a dynamic team. Join us to drive digital transformation in the financial services industry.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Java development for enterprise-level applications.
• Deep understanding of software development principles and design patterns.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies such as Angular or React.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of Java-based applications for investment products.
• Collaborate with product teams to deliver high-quality software.
• Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

RESTful API design

Microservices architecture

AWS

SQL

NoSQL databases

Problem-solving

Communication

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Senior Java Developer role at SS&C Technologies.

SS&C is a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has 27,000+ employees in 35 countries. Some 20,000 financial services and healthcare organizations rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology.

SS&C GIDS SS&C is the largest global investor service provider, servicing more than 55 million investors. Continually investing in global technology and services across the spectrum of distribution channels including Asset Managers, Financial Advisors, Wealth Managers and large financial institutions such as Banks and Insurers.

Your Role — We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join our Digital Development team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge digital investment products that cater to both end clients and institutional investors. As a key member of the team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and robust software solutions that drive digital transformation within the financial services industry.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of high-performance Java-based applications and microservices for digital investment products.
• Collaborate closely with product management, UX / UI designers, and other developers to deliver high-quality software that meets client requirements.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in coding, testing, and software architecture to ensure high standards of code quality, performance, and scalability.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers, promoting continuous learning and professional development within the team.
• Conduct code reviews, ensuring adherence to established coding standards and architectural guidelines.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends to continuously improve SS&C's digital product offerings.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the application stack, ensuring minimal disruption to the business.
• Contribute to the strategic planning of the Digital Development function, identifying opportunities for innovation and process improvement.

Your Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Java development, with a focus on building enterprise-level applications.
• Strong expertise in Java, Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud), and RESTful API design.
• Proven experience in designing and developing microservices architectures.
• Deep understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (e.g., Angular, React) and how they integrate with back-end services.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Proficient in database design and development, including experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the financial services industry, particularly in investment management or fintech.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI / CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Git.

EEO Statement / Non-agency Disclosure

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups, to enable us to bring a diversity of perspectives to our thinking and conversation. It\'s important to us that we strive to have a workforce that is diverse in the widest sense.

Unless explicitly requested or approached by SS&C Technologies, Inc. or any of its affiliated companies, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.

SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Seniority

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Software Development

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