JAVA BACKEND DEVELOPER

Overview

On Site
$80/hr
Full Time

Skills

MySQL
PostgreSQL
Oracle
JDBC / JPA / Hibernate

Job Details

Job Title: Java Backend Developer

Location: Toronto, ON
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled Java Backend Developer to join our engineering team. You will be responsible for designing and developing high-performance, scalable backend systems and RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot. The ideal candidate is passionate about clean code, performance optimization, and backend architecture.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and maintain Java-based backend services

  • Build and maintain RESTful APIs for web and mobile applications

  • Collaborate with frontend developers, DevOps, and product managers to deliver full-stack features

  • Write unit and integration tests to ensure high code quality

  • Implement security, data protection, and best practices in API development

  • Optimize applications for performance and scalability

  • Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback

  • Troubleshoot and debug production issues

  • Document technical designs, processes, and decisions

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Strong proficiency in Core Java (Java 8 or above)

  • Hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Data JPA

  • Proficient with REST API development

  • Experience with SQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM frameworks like Hibernate

  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)

  • Understanding of multithreading, memory management, and design patterns

  • Knowledge of unit testing frameworks like JUnit, Mockito

  • Familiar with Maven or Gradle

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with Docker and/or Kubernetes

  • Familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis)

  • Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure

  • Knowledge of microservices architecture

  • Working knowledge of CI/CD tools

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

  • 2 6 years of experience in backend development (range varies based on level of role)

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and performance bonuses

  • Flexible working hours and remote options

  • Health insurance and paid time off

  • Opportunities for growth and learning (conferences, certifications)

  • Collaborative team culture

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