Sr. Developer - Application Development JAVA N 4B

Accountabilities • Application Development: Design, develop, test, and deploy Java-based applications for existing and new initiatives within sanctions and adverse media screening systems.

• System Modernization: Deliver application customizations to meet evolving business requirements while improving architecture, infrastructure, scalability, and maintainability through iterative modernization.

• High-Performance Transaction Processing: Build and optimize solutions capable of handling millions of customer and real-time transactions daily while meeting sub-second response requirements.

• Backend Engineering & Integration: Develop RESTful services using JSON and work with technologies such as Spring Boot, Apache Kafka, IBM MQ, SOAP, XML, and other Java-based integration frameworks.

• Database Design & Optimization: Design and maintain robust database structures, write SQL queries and stored procedures, and perform query tuning to improve application performance and data reliability.

• Architecture & Technical Documentation: Apply object-oriented and functional programming principles, microservices concepts, service-oriented architecture (SOA), and software design best practices. Prepare architecture design review documentation and contribute to technical decision-making.

• Agile Development & DevOps: Participate in Agile development processes, including Scrum, test-driven development, continuous integration, and continuous delivery. Apply DevOps practices to support reliable software delivery and ongoing improvements.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work effectively with global development teams and stakeholders to understand complex business use cases, evaluate requirements, and deliver appropriate technical solutions.

• Production Support & Continuous Improvement: Use sound technical judgment to identify issues, improve system reliability, and leverage team expertise to support application success.

• Technical Innovation: Evaluate vendor platforms and open-source technologies, including Actimize Case Management and LexisNexis CLINK and ASM, to support application functionality and ecosystem improvements.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. A master's degree in Software Engineering is also relevant.

• Java Development Experience: Strong hands-on experience developing enterprise applications using Core Java, Spring Boot, and relational databases.

• API & Messaging Technologies: Practical knowledge of REST services, JSON, Apache Kafka, IBM MQ, SOAP, and XML.

• Database Expertise: Strong database design and development skills, including SQL, stored procedures, query optimization, and performance tuning.

• Software Architecture: Understanding of object-oriented and functional programming, microservices, service-oriented architecture, and high-quality software design methodologies.

• Agile & DevOps Practices: Experience with Agile methodologies and familiarity with Scrum, test-driven development, continuous integration, continuous delivery, and DevOps tools and practices.

• Operating Systems & Scripting: Working knowledge of Linux environments and shell scripting.

• Communication Skills: Proficient English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively across global teams and explain technical concepts clearly.

• Professional Attributes: Strong analytical thinking, sound judgment, adaptability, initiative, teamwork, interpersonal skills, and a proactive approach to solving complex technical challenges.

• Preferred Technical Skills: Experience with Angular UI development is an advantage.

• Preferred Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with financial services, anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions screening, adverse media screening, customer risk ranking, or quantitative risk assessment methodologies is beneficial.

• Certifications: An Oracle Certified Java Associate certification is relevant.

• Additional Competencies: Collaboration, design thinking, client relationship management, personal effectiveness, storytelling, and the ability to communicate confidently with technical and business stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Salary Range: CAD $40,000–$75,000, as stated in the job posting.

• Employment Type: Regular, full-time position.

• Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with the role listed under a virtual location in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

• Work Schedule: Day shift, Canada.

• Career Development: Opportunities to work on complex enterprise applications and gain hands-on experience with modern Java technologies, AI-driven transformation, and large-scale systems.

• Learning & Mentorship: Access to learning opportunities, professional development, and mentorship to support continued technical growth.

• Technical Exposure: Work with global teams on high-volume transaction screening, application modernization, software architecture, and enterprise integration.

• Collaborative Culture: An environment emphasizing innovation, integrity, inclusion, customer focus, and teamwork.

• Healthcare, Retirement & Paid Leave: Specific details regarding health insurance, retirement contributions, vacation, and paid leave are not provided in the job description.

• Relocation Assistance: Not specified.

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