Software Engineer - Java & Python & AWS

CG Consulting Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global IT services firm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer skilled in Java and Python to design and implement scalable systems for investment management in downtown Toronto. This hybrid role requires extensive AWS experience, alongside strong data handling and analytical skills. With a contract of 6 months and possible renewal, this position offers an opportunity to drive technology solutions impacting capital markets.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with Java and Python for backend development.
• 5+ years working with relational databases like PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with MongoDB.
• 5+ years developing and deploying systems on AWS.
• Experience in Capital Markets, Portfolio Management, or Risk Analytics.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement end-to-end technology solutions in an Agile environment.
• Leverage AWS cloud services to build scalable, cloud-native applications.
• Manage structured and unstructured data to ensure accessibility.
• Identify and resolve data issues and inconsistencies.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated tests.

Skills

Java backend development

Python backend development

Data processing

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

AWS

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Job description

Overview

Software Engineer - Java & Python & AWS. This is with a global IT services firm for a leading investment/wealth management services firm. Client location is downtown Toronto, Ontario, close to TTC and GO service. Hybrid - In Office 4 days per week. Contract - 6 months, possible renewal.

Project Description

We're seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and build robust, scalable systems that support portfolio and risk analytics, order and trade lifecycle processing, and investment strategies. You will work closely with portfolio managers, quantitative analysts, and product teams to develop technology solutions that create tangible business value in the capital markets space.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement end-to-end technology solutions in an Agile environment, collaborating with business and technical partners.
• Leverage AWS cloud services to build scalable, cloud-native applications aligned with long-term architecture goals.
• Manage structured and unstructured data, ensuring accessibility, accuracy, and usability across various business functions.
• Identify and resolve data issues, exceptions, and inconsistencies while improving data quality and reliability.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automated tests, and infrastructure-as-code for efficient deployment.
• Ensure system performance, reliability, and scalability across mission-critical applications.
• Drive engineering excellence through coding best practices, technical mentorship, and peer collaboration.

Mandatory Skills

• 10+ years of experience with Java and Python for backend development, data processing, enterprise systems
• 5+ years working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) – Data engineer skills, experience with designing Database, Data Modelling, formulating Data Governance principles
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with MongoDB
• 5+ years developing and deploying systems on AWS
• Demonstrated experience in Capital Markets, Portfolio Management, or Risk Analytics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Familiarity with data pipelines, data lakes, and event-driven architectures
• Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Working knowledge of DevOps practices and tools such as Terraform, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins
• Exposure to quantitative models, financial data, or multi-asset strategies
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, regulated environments with high-performance expectations