Java Backend Developer

Java Backend Developer

Contract position local to Toronto – 2 days in Downtown Toronto.

You will join a small, highly collaborative team with significant ownership across architecture, product, and delivery. If you enjoy shaping engineering practices, choosing modern tooling, and working with a collaborative team this is for you! Seniority ranges from 3‑10+ years as many teams are hiring.

• 3‑10+ years building production backends, with strong proficiency in Java and Spring
• Designing and implementing REST APIs, JSON, microservices, authentication, and secure data flows
• Postgre
  
  SQL schema design, query optimization, and performance tuning
• Caching with Redis, data sync strategies, and offline‑tolerant patterns
• Cloud deployment experience and operational ownership – Azure, CI/CD, monitoring, and alerts
• Strong systems design, integration with third‑party services, and product analytics instrumentation
• Clear written communication, Git hygiene, and a pragmatic approach to shipping quality code

• Experience establishing longer‑term cloud infrastructure and operations beyond Heroku
• Real‑time collaboration features, websockets, and state sync patterns
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field from a reputable institution (considered a strong asset)
• Interest in productivity systems and a low‑ego, solution‑focused mindset
• Must have experience in enterprise‑level financial institutions

• Backend development with Java & Spring
• Web services (SOAP, JSON, or REST)
• Microservices and API development
• Agile or cloud environments (Azure/OCP or equivalent)

• Hands‑on development and code reviews – 70%
• Architecture and technical design – 15%
• Cross‑functional collaboration with design and product – 10%
• Operational duties, deployments, and observability – 5%

• Competitive hourly rate

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full‑time basis now and in the future.

Posted By:
Owen Rampersad

Mid‑Senior level

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