Senior Technical Consultant - JAVA

Finastra; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited vacation

Hybrid working

Insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Finastra, a global leader in financial services software, is seeking a Senior Technical Consultant in Mississauga. You will implement features, participate in upgrades, and design solutions using the Finastra Essence toolkit API while coordinating with regional teams.

The role requires strong C/C++/C# and Java skills, experience with Unix/Linux/Windows, and solid SQL knowledge. English communication and teamwork are essential. Compensation ranges from 80,000 to 100,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Relevant industry experience within the financial services sector.
• Strong client focus and impeccable professional integrity.
• A degree in computer science or equivalent work experience.
• Strong C/C++/C# /Java skills.
• Good Unix, Linux or Windows skills.
• SQL on Oracle, Sybase or MS SQL.
• Finastra Essence technical knowledge is a plus.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills and transparency.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Good spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Implement new features as specified.
• Participate in upgrades.
• Analyze technical aspects of Finastra Essence implementation including the architecture side.
• Write Technical Specification Documents for offshore service.
• Solution integration including offshore developments.
• Develop toolkit extensions based on Finastra Essence toolkit API.
• Respect high level coding and design standards, and quality best practices.
• Investigate technical and functional defects and propose adequate solutions.
• Ensure that development tasks meet business requirements and goals and fulfil end‑user requirements.
• Effective communication and mentoring junior Technical Consultants.

Skills

C/C++

C#

Java

Unix/Linux

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Finastra Essence API

Job description

Who are we?

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

Reporting to the Regional Head of Services Delivery, the Senior Technical Consultant will implement new features, be involved in upgrades, deliver customizations described in functional specifications using the Finastra Essence toolkit API and will be involved in designing solutions for the customer needs, working closely with regional teams.

Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Implement new features as specified
• Participate in upgrades
• Analyze technical aspects of Finastra Essence implementation including the architecture side
• Write Technical Specification Documents for offshore service
• Solution integration including offshore developments
• Develop toolkit extensions based on Finastra Essence toolkit API
• Respect high level coding and design standards, and quality best practices
• Investigate technical and functional defects and propose adequate solutions
• Ensure that development tasks meet business requirements and goals and fulfil end‑user requirements
• Effective communication and mentoring junior Technical Consultants

Required Experience

• Relevant industry experience within the financial services sector, preferably gained through a financial institution, banking organization, or a banking software/technology company.
• Strong clients focus and impeccable professional integrity
• A degree in computer science or equivalent work experience
• Strong C/C++/C# /Java skills
• Good Unix, Linux or Windows skills
• SQL on Oracle, Sybase or MS SQL
• Finastra Essence technical knowledge is a plus
• Effective interpersonal communication skills and transparency
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Good spoken and written English

Compensation: 80‑100k

Benefits

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for:

• Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work.
• Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.
• Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.
• Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.
• Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
• Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.
• Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.