Senior Java Developer (12 month contract)

Takeaway.com; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global online food delivery platform is seeking a skilled software engineer to develop and maintain critical product features. This hybrid role in Toronto involves leading product lifecycles, collaborating with teams, and mentoring junior developers. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in Java, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to challenges. Join a dynamic and inclusive culture focused on growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience developing applications using Java.
• Deep understanding of data persistence and caching strategies.
• Experience designing and leading microservices architectural initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle of product development for new features.
• Maintain and improve existing products for system reliability.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Proactive mindset

Strong communication skills

Experience in Java

Understanding of RESTful APIs

Mentoring junior developers

Job description

Overview

Ready for a challenge?

Then Just Eat Takeaway.com might be the place for you. We're a leading global online food delivery platform, and our vision is to empower everyday convenience.

Whether it's a Friday-night feast, a post-gym poke bowl, or grabbing some groceries, our tech platform connects tens of millions of customers with hundreds of thousands of restaurant, grocery and convenience partners across the globe.

About this role

Are you passionate about building technology that powers a global delivery network? Our Logistics Engineering department is at the heart of the Just Eat Takeaway.com experience, responsible for the entire delivery lifecycle of millions of orders and supporting our vast network of couriers.

The Courier Personal Information and Communication team plays a critical role in this mission. We focus on ensuring the security and compliance of couriers, while also building communication tools that provide a seamless and effective experience for our couriers to interact with support agents and customers.

As a key member of our team, you''ll be instrumental in developing new product features and maintaining essential services. You''ll have the opportunity to make a real impact, building the tools and systems that keep our platform running smoothly and help deliver a great experience for all.

Location : Hybrid Canada

Reporting to : Technology Manager

These are some of the key ingredients to the role :

• Lead the full lifecycle of product development, from initial concept to deployment and ongoing enhancements, for new features.
• Maintain and improve existing products, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and performant.
• Provide crucial support to our production environment, addressing and resolving issues to maintain system reliability.
• Contribute to the team''s success by conducting thorough code and architecture reviews to ensure high-quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and other teams to align on goals and deliver cohesive solutions.
• Tackle complex technical challenges, designing and implementing innovative solutions to solve our toughest problems.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Drive technical strategy and architectural decisions, influencing the long-term direction of our services and systems.

What will you bring to the table?

• Exceptional problem-solving skills with a humble and inquisitive approach to challenges.
• Proactive and analytical mindset, with the ability to identify issues and opportunities before they arise.
• Adaptability and resilience to thrive in a fast-paced, international, and dynamic business environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective collaboration with technical and non-technical teams.
• Proven experience of at least 5 years developing applications using Java
• Deep understanding of data persistence and caching strategies, with hands-on experience in various database types and caching systems.
• Experience designing and leading microservices architectural initiatives and deep understanding of RESTful APIs and messaging-based systems.
• Expertise in software engineering fundamentals, such as data structures, design patterns, testing methodologies and debugging.
• Proficiency in more than one programming language, demonstrating a versatile and adaptable skill set.
• Proven ability to mentor junior developers, sharing knowledge and best practices to elevate the team''s overall skill level.

At JET, this is on the menu :

Our teams forge connections internally and work with some of the best-known brands on the planet, giving us truly international impact in a dynamic environment.

Fun, fast-paced and supportive, the JET culture is about movement, growth and about celebrating every aspect of our JETers. Thanks to them we stay one step ahead of the competition.

Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging

No matter who you are, what you look like, who you love, or where you are from, you can find your place at Just Eat Takeaway.com. We''re committed to creating an inclusive culture, encouraging diversity of people and thinking, in which all employees feel they truly belong and can bring their most colourful selves to work every day.

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