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Java Backend Developer

Java Backend Developer

Motion Recruitment • Toronto, ON, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 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
  • PostgreSQL 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

Desired Skills & Experience

  • 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
  • What You Will Be Doing

    Tech Breakdown

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

  • 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%
  • The Offer

    You Will Receive The Following Benefits

  • 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

    Seniority Level

    Mid‑Senior level

    Employment Type

    Contract

    Job Function

    Engineering and Information Technology

    Industries

    Staffing and Recruiting

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