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Java Backend Developer

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In-Office
Mississauga, ON, CAN
Senior level
In-Office
Mississauga, ON, CAN
Senior level
The Java Backend Developer is responsible for developing applications, providing technical guidance, conducting feasibility studies, and ensuring system compliance. They collaborate with users and monitor the development process while exercising leadership qualities.
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The Java Backend Developer is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.
Responsibilities:
  • Conduct tasks related to feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk technology, applications development, model development, and establish and implement new or revised applications systems and programs to meet specific business needs or user areas
  • Monitor and control all phases of development process and analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation as well as provide user and operational support on applications to business users
  • Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems/issues, provide evaluation of business process, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement
  • Recommend and develop security measures in post implementation analysis of business usage to ensure successful system design and functionality
  • Consult with users/clients and other technology groups on issues, recommend advanced programming solutions, and install and assist customer exposure systems
  • Ensure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processes
  • Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
  • Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
  • Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
  • Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
  • Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in Java backend development (17+).
  • Proven expertise in building data processing applications.
  • Strong proficiency in Java and the Spring framework (Spring Boot, Spring Data, Spring Cloud, etc.).
  • Excellent knowledge of SQL and database management systems, with experience in optimizing queries and data models.
  • Solid understanding of in-memory data loading techniques and efficient data joining strategies.
  • In-depth knowledge of Java tools and the ecosystem, including build tools (Maven/Gradle), testing frameworks, and dependency management.
  • Demonstrable understanding and application of design patterns and architectural principles (e.g., Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture).
  • Proficient in Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodologies.
  • Active knowledge and experience with static code analysis tools (e.g., SonarQube) and adherence to strong coding principles.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Applying Generative AI (GenAI) tools and techniques to accelerate development, optimize code, and improve documentation.
Good to Have:
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of Apache Spark/Flink for distributed processing.

Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$94,300.00 - $141,500.00

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Top Skills

Generative Ai
Gradle
Java
Maven
Sonarqube
Spring
Spring Boot
Spring Cloud
Spring Data
SQL

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