Software development jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 28, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 6,162
Employers: 1,920

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $113,640Across 655 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $56.46Across 218 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $145,627Across 128 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $59.97Across 19 listings
Average starting payCAD / month: $6,118Across 11 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 8%482 listings
Hybrid: 39%2,406 listings
On-site: 53%3,247 listings

Not specified: <1% (27 listings)

Employers hiring include S M Software Solutions Inc (248), Amazon (137), Electronic Arts (70).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
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- Full-time
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Montreal, QC
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- $23 to $30 CAD / hour
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Apptad
Montreal, QC
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Apptad

Java Backend Developer

Montreal, QC, Canada

Contract

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Job details

Job type: Contract
Apply by: Nov 27, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 28, 2026

Original job description

Java Spark Developer

Location: Montreal, QC

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and delivering high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Java, SQL, database systems, and Python, along with a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Responsibilities:

Develop, test, and maintain scalable and high-performance applications using Java and Python.
Design and implement robust backend solutions with strong emphasis on database interactions (SQL/DB).
Write efficient, reusable, and reliable code following best practices and coding standards.
Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
Work closely with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to ensure smooth project delivery.
Perform code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting to optimize application performance.
Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and stored procedures for performance and scalability.
Ensure application architecture aligns with enterprise standards and long-term business goals.
Continuously explore and implement improvements in system design and development processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

BE / B.Tech / MCA or equivalent
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven experience in software development with Java and Python

Preferred Qualifications / Skills:

Strong proficiency in Core Java, SQL, and Database Management Systems (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, DB2, etc.)
Hands-on experience with Python for scripting, automation, or backend development
Experience in building RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
Good understanding of Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA (preferred but not mandatory)
Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns
Experience working with multithreaded and high-performance applications
Strong knowledge of database design, query optimization, and performance tuning
Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments
Experience with version control tools (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
Exposure to unit testing frameworks
Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide scalable solutions
Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment
Exposure to financial domain (nice to have)

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Responsibilities

Develop, test, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java and Python, including database solutions, APIs, and performance-focused features. Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions, review and troubleshoot code, and improve system architecture and development processes.

Requirements

A BE, B.Tech, MCA, or equivalent qualification and proven software development experience with Java and Python are required, along with strong communication skills. Preferred qualifications include proficiency in SQL and database systems, backend and API development, performance optimization, testing, Git, CI/CD, Linux/Unix, and Agile practices; financial-domain exposure is a plus.

Skills

Java
Python
SQL
Database Management
Core Java
RESTful APIs
Microservices
Spring Boot
Hibernate/JPA
Data Structures And Algorithms
Design Patterns
Multithreading
Database Design
Query Optimization
Linux/Unix
Git

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Keywords

Java
Python
SQL
Oracle
MySQL
PostgreSQL
DB2
Spring Boot
Hibernate
JPA
RESTful APIs
Microservices
Data Structures
Algorithms
Design Patterns
Multithreading
Database Design
Query Optimization
Performance Tuning
Linux/Unix
Git
CI/CD
Unit Testing
Agile
Scrum
Financial Domain
Backend Development
Software Development

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