Job Title: Staff Software Engineer - Java Backend

Contract: 12 months

Location: Hybrid (2 days in office in Toronto)

Possibility of extension: yes

Possibility of conversion: no

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop scalable, secure, and highly available backend systems using Java and related technologies.
• Collaborate with Product Management and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Deliver solutions aligned with architectural guidelines and business objectives.
• Build and maintain microservices and RESTful APIs using industry best practices.
• Operate in a DevSecOps environment, ensuring high-quality code and secure deployments.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and peer collaboration.
• Diagnose and resolve production issues while meeting SLA commitments.
• Contribute to backlog grooming and sprint planning with Product Owners.
• Continuously explore and evaluate emerging technologies and tools.
• Support a global Agile team by working effectively across time zones.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in Java backend development.
• Strong foundation in computer science principles-data structures, algorithms, design patterns, and concurrent programming.
• Proficient in Java enterprise technologies including Spring Boot, JPA/Spring Data, JEE, Hibernate, Maven, REST APIs, and Swagger.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases such as Redis, MongoDB, Cassandra.
• Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, and Istio.
• Working knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiar with Agile methodologies and test-driven development (TDD).
• Experience with UI frameworks like React is a plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Familiar with CI/CD pipelines and Agile/Scrum development practices.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with data centres

What We Value:

• A relentless focus on customer-centricity.
• A commitment to clarity, inclusivity, and team collaboration.
• Agility to adapt quickly to evolving priorities and take ownership of outcomes.
• A growth mindset driven by curiosity, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Strong pride in craftsmanship and a pursuit of engineering excellence.