Senior Software Engineer, Java - 12 Month Contract

Aviso:At Aviso, we are dedicated to improving the financial well-being of Canadians. As a leading wealth management organization, we are committed to leadership, innovation, partnership, responsibility, and community. Working with talented and energetic professionals who exemplify our values every day, you will quickly notice that our people and dynamic ‘oneaviso’ culture sets us apart. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, find out more about what Aviso has to offer at
The Opportunity:We’re looking to fill an opening for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Information Technology team.
Reporting to the Manager, Software Engineering, the Senior Software Engineer leads the development of software modules and ensures adherence to engineering standards and best practices. This role provides technical guidance to software engineers, collaborating with product leaders and partners to define scalable solutions, while contributing to the design and implementation of robust software architectures. Responsibilities include conducting code reviews, integrating emerging technologies into development workflows, and supporting product deliverables. The position plays a key role in planning and technical documentation, supporting both delivery excellence and team growth.
Note: This role is for full stack engineers, with primary experience in Java.
AsOne aviso:We Care – Youdo the right thing forclients,partnersand colleagues. Youbuild trusted relationships,championservice excellence, andcontribute to a culture where people feel valued and supported
We Dare –You challenge the status quo with bold ideasand fresh perspectives. Youembrace change, seek opportunities toinnovateand are comfortable exploring new ways of working
We Share – Youcollaborate openlyand build meaningful relationships. Youseek outdiverse perspectives, share yourknowledgeand work together to helpcolleagues,clientsand partners succeed
We Deliver – Youtake ownership of your work,honouryourcommitmentsand focus on delivering meaningful results.You hold yourself accountable and continuously look for ways to improve
What your day looks like:
Lead end-to-end development of software modules, ensuring adherence to coding standards, architectural principles, and best practices
Mentor and coach junior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical growth and promoting a culture of continuous learning
Collaborate cross-functionally with product leaders, designers, and internal partners to define and deliver scalable technical solutions aligned with business goals
Design and implement robust, scalable, and maintainable software architectures, leveraging modern frameworks and cloud-native technologies
Conduct thorough code reviews, enforce quality standards, and drive continuous improvement in development processes
Drive strategic planning initiatives, contributing to long-term technical roadmaps and architectural decisions
Author and maintain technical documentation, including system designs, API specifications, and operational procedures to support knowledge sharing and onboarding
Optimize system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement solutions that improve reliability, scalability, and user experience
Champion DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, containerization (e.G., Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud deployment strategies with Azure
Stay current with emerging technologies, evaluating and integrating relevant tools and frameworks to enhance system performance and developer productivity
Your experience and skills:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field combined with 5-10 years of software development experience
Extensive Experience with Java is required
Strong grasp of software architecture and design patterns
Proficient with Git and branching strategies
Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools like Azure DevOps or Jenkins
Familiarity using Azure cloud, APIM, Dapr, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code (Iac/Bicep)
Solid database skills in both SQL and NoSQL
Experience with object-oriented programming languages such as C#, or Python would be an asset
Experience with front-end frameworks and technologies such as React, Angular, Flutter, or Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) would be an asset
Excellent debugging and code review capabilities
Proven leadership and mentoring experience (preferred)
Fluent communication skills in English are required and bilingual skills in French are an asset
Why Aviso?At Aviso, you will find a dynamic and inclusive culture that rewards innovation and celebrates success.Here are a few things that set us apart:
Competitive compensation package that rewards and recognizes individual contributions
Excellent health, dental and insurance benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees
Generous vacation time, fitness benefit, parental leave top-up options
Matching contributions to our retirement program
Commitment to the continuous improvement of our staff through learning & development and an education assistance program
Regular social events to foster teamwork
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Equal Employment OpportunityAviso welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Company Overview:Aviso is a leading wealth management and investment services provider for the Canadian financial industry, with approximately $145 billion in total assets under administration and management, and over 1,000 employees. We’re building a comprehensive, technology-enabled, client-centric wealth services ecosystem. Our clients include our partners, advisors, and investors. We’re a trusted partner for nearly all credit unions across Canada, in addition to a wide range of portfolio managers, investment dealers, insurance and trust companies, and introducing brokers. Our partners depend on Aviso for specific solutions that give them a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving, highly competitive industry. Our investment dealer and mutual fund dealer and our insurance services support thousands of investment advisors. Our asset manager, NEI Investments, specializes in investing responsibly. Our online brokerage, Qtrade Direct Investing®, empowers self-directed investors, and our fully automated investing service, Qtrade Guided Portfolios®, serves investors who prefer a hands‑off approach. Aviso Correspondent Partners provides custodial and carrying broker services to a wide range of firms. We have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Winnipeg. Aviso is backed by the collective strength of our owners: the credit union Centrals, Co-operators/CUMIS, and Desjardins.
We’re proud to power businesses that empower investors .
A career with Aviso means being part of a group of talented, energetic professionals who live their values every day, and belonging to an organization dedicated to your success and career development. If you’re looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, apply to join our team.
SalaryThis position is posted with an expected hourly rate of $80-100 hourly.
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