Java Back End Developer

About the Job: The Backend Developer will design,
develop, test, deploy, and support scalable backend applications and
microservices. This role requires hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot,
REST APIs, relational databases, and cloud technologies.

The developer will work across the software development
lifecycle, from requirement analysis and technical design through
implementation, testing, deployment, and production support. The position also
involves collaborating with product, QA, DevOps, and other engineering teams to
deliver secure, reliable, and high-performing backend solutions.

Office Location: Toronto

Employment Type: Permanent

Role Type: New position – current requirement

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days in office)

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop, optimize, and maintain
  microservices-based applications using Java and Spring Boot.
  
• Design and implement scalable, secure RESTful
  APIs.
  
• Work extensively with SQL databases and NoSQL
  databases such as CouchDB, MongoDB, Firestore, and Bigtable.
  
• Deploy, manage, and monitor applications in
  Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  
• Implement batch processing solutions and data
  pipeline integrations.
  
• Ensure application performance, scalability,
  reliability, and security best practices.
  
• Contribute to event-driven architectures using
  messaging systems such as Pub/Sub.
  
• Develop unit and integration tests to ensure
  code quality and application stability.
  
• Troubleshoot production issues, debug complex
  problems, and optimize performance in high-traffic systems.
  
• Participate in code reviews, architectural
  discussions, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
  
• Collaborate with Product, QA, DevOps, and
  Architecture teams within an Agile environment.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science,
  Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  
• 4-5 years of experience in Java development.
  
• Strong expertise in Spring Boot and
  microservices architecture.
  
• In-depth knowledge of SQL databases and query
  optimization.
  
• Experience working with NoSQL databases
  (CouchDB, MongoDB, Firestore, Bigtable).
  
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (preferably
  Jenkins).
  
• Experience with event-driven architectures
  (Pub/Sub).
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration
  skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with containerization and
  orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
  
• Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform
  (GCP).
  
• Experience with GraphQL and reactive programming
  (Spring WebFlux).
  
• Familiarity with observability and monitoring
  tools (Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry).
  
• Exposure to financial services, e-commerce, or
  large-scale data-driven systems.
  
• Understanding of multi-tenant architectures and
  high-availability system design.
  

Benefits

Salary Range: $60,000 to $65,000 CAD/ year

The final compensation offered will depend on local market
conditions and geographic location, as well as job-related factors such as the
candidate’s knowledge, skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and
education/training. Compensation may also include additional components such as
benefits, and/or other incentives, where applicable. In accordance with new
employment standards requirements, we retain copies of this job posting and
applicant information for three (3) years after the posting is removed. We do
not use AI technology; all applications are also reviewed by our recruitment
team.

Infoya is an equal opportunity employer committed to
diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified
individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, aboriginal
status, or any other legally protected factors.