Lead Java Developer

Recutify Inc. - 202 Jobs

Toronto, ON

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Job Details:

Full-time

Experienced

Job Title: Lead Java Developer (Hands-On)

Location: Toronto (4 days onsite)
Type: Contract

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Java Developer with strong hands-on coding expertise to join our team. This is a technical role (not a team lead/manager position), ideal for candidates who are deeply involved in development and enjoy building scalable, high-performance systems.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring Boot
Build and manage REST APIs and event-driven systems using Kafka
Develop and deploy microservices architectures
Work with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration
Collaborate on cloud-based deployments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Optimize application performance and troubleshoot production issues
Design and maintain data pipelines and data flow systems
Ensure code quality, scalability, and system reliability

Must-Have Qualifications

6+ years of hands-on development experience
Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and REST API development
Experience with Kafka and event-driven architecture
Solid understanding of microservices architecture
Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes
Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Strong database experience with SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or Snowflake
Advanced SQL and query optimization skills
Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub, Terraform)
Strong debugging, monitoring, and troubleshooting skills (Splunk, CloudWatch)

Additional Technical Skills

Experience with Python, Scala, or Shell scripting
Exposure to Big Data tools (Apache Spark, Hive)
Knowledge of cloud security concepts (IAM, VPCs, subnets)
Experience with data pipeline tools (AWS Glue, Azure Data Factory, Airflow, Snowpipe)
Familiarity with gRPC is a plus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the location and work setup for this Lead Java Developer role?

This is a Toronto-based role with 4 days onsite and a contract arrangement.

What technologies will I be working with in this Lead Java Developer position?

The role involves Java with Spring Boot for REST APIs, event-driven systems using Kafka, microservices, Docker and Kubernetes, and cloud deployments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

What kind of experience is required for this Lead Java Developer role?

Candidates need 6+ years of hands-on development experience with Java, Spring Boot, REST API development, Kafka, microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms.

What are the primary responsibilities of this role?

Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications, build REST APIs and Kafka-based event-driven systems, develop microservices, containerize with Docker/Kubernetes, and work on cloud deployments.

Will this role involve working with data and databases?

Yes, the role requires strong SQL and query optimization skills and experience with SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or Snowflake, plus designing data pipelines and data flow systems.

Is this a leadership role or a hands-on individual contributor position?

This is a technical hands-on role (not a team lead/manager position) focused on development and architectural contributions.

What tools and practices should I be familiar with for CI/CD and monitoring?

Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub, Terraform) and monitoring/debugging tools like Splunk and CloudWatch is required.