Technical Consultant III

Zafin; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global banking technology firm is seeking a Technical Consultant III (Senior SW Engineer) based in Toronto, Canada, to develop cutting-edge software solutions for financial services clients. The successful candidate will have at least 6 years of experience, ideally in an agile setting, and strong skills in Java and object-oriented design. This role emphasizes collaboration within a hybrid work model, ensuring high-quality software delivery and fostering innovation. Competitive salaries and professional growth opportunities are part of the package.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Annual bonus potential

Generous paid time off

Wellness benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 6+ years of working experience as a Software Engineer, preferably in an agile environment.
• Expertise in J2EE, Spring Boot, and REST-based APIs.
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented and functional design patterns.

Responsibilities

• Develop software solutions by studying project requirements and user needs.
• Implement efficient codes adhering to quality standards.
• Lead software projects from requirements gathering to launch.

Skills

Client-facing experience

Strong analytical thinking

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in JAVA

Experience with PostgreSQL

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or software engineering

Tools

Eclipse

Maven

Git

Job description

The world’s top banks use Zafin’s integrated platform to drive transformative customer value. Powered by an innovative AI‑powered architecture, Zafin’s platform seamlessly unifies data from across the enterprise to accelerate product and pricing innovation, automate deal management and billing, and create personalized customer offerings that drive expansion and loyalty.

Zafin empowers banks to drive sustainable growth, strengthen their market position, and define the future of banking centered around customer value.

What is the opportunity?

Reporting to the Director, Technology & Integration Services, the Technical Consultant III (Senior SW Engineer) will be focused on implementing cutting‑edge software by understanding the framework and open‑source technologies. You will bring your expertise in building high‑performing, scalable, enterprise‑grade software applications. You will work with a team of like‑minded individuals in a culture of collaboration. The role will focus on creating cutting‑edge solutions for financial services clients by developing high‑quality software and participating in data analysis, design, review, and deployment throughout the SDLC; to ensure the delivery of high quality and high‑performance solutions. The successful candidate will be passionate about technology and interested in getting involved in all things development.

Mode of Work: Hybrid

What will you do?

• Develop software solutions by studying information needs, conferring with users, studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes, investigating problem areas, and following the software development lifecycle.
• Implement well‑designed, testable, and efficient codes according to project requirements and adhere to coding standards, guidelines, quality procedures, and schedules.
• Lead software projects from scoping requirements through actual launch and implementation.
• Collaborate with team members on analysis, design reviews, and testing.
• Document and demonstrate solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments, and clear code.
• Perform thorough unit testing and support in resolving defects while ensuring proper documentation of all activities.
• Complete peer‑to‑peer code reviews and improve operations by conducting systems analysis and recommending changes in policies and procedures.
• Provide inputs and assist in the preparation of high‑level designs.
• Protect operations by keeping information confidential.

What do I need to succeed?

Must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or software or systems engineering.
• 6+ years of working experience as a Software Engineer with a consistent track record of delivery, preferably in an agile environment.
• Experience using Eclipse, Maven, and source control (SVN, Git).
• Well‑versed in JAVA, J2EE, Spring Boot, design patterns, Web Services, REST‑based APIs, Apache Kafka, schema registry, Apache Nifi.
• Must have client‑facing experience.
• Clear and concise verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of an organization, both internally and externally.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster team collaboration.
• Be proactive with a strong desire to learn.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills with the ability to create innovative solutions.
• Ability to work across multiple project areas and manage competing responsibilities simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of and experience with object oriented and functional design patterns.
• Knowledge of and experience with PostgreSQL database
• Create coding and design guidelines to be used throughout our applications;
• Develop and maintain Java applications in the development and test environments.
• Strong knowledge of and experience with JSON packages and schemas.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with Java build systems, i.e. Maven
• Strong critical thinking, decision‑making, problem‑solving, and attention to detail skills.

Nice to have:

• Automation testing experience (JUnit).
• Application development experience in an Agile environment using TDD and BDD.

What’s in it for you

Joining our team means being part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, and high‑quality work. We offer competitive salaries, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, paid volunteering days, wellness benefits, and robust opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. Want to learn more about what you can look forward to during your career with us? Visit our careers site and our openings: zafin.com/careers.

Zafin welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Zafin is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal information collected from all applicants throughout the recruitment process. The methods by which Zafin contains uses, stores, handles, retains, or discloses applicant information can be accessed by reviewing Zafin’s privacy policy at https://zafin.com/privacy-notice/. By submitting a job application, you confirm that you agree to the processing of your personal data by Zafin described in the candidate privacy notice.