Software development jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 3, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 3,976
Employers: 1,451

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $114,582Across 458 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $140,899Across 111 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $52.59Across 74 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 10%393 listings
Hybrid: 41%1,627 listings
On-site: 48%1,923 listings

Not specified: 1% (33 listings)

Employers hiring include Amazon (107), Genetec (62), Electronic Arts (47).

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

Software development jobs in Canada

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- Full-time
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Highspring

Senior Software Developer - Java

Montreal, QC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 5, 2026
Experience: 7+ years of professional software development experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 21, 2026

Original job description

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Java Developer to join a Highspring delivery team and contribute to the design, development, and evolution of enterprise-scale backend solutions. This role is ideal for an experienced software engineer who thrives in cloud-native environments and enjoys building robust, scalable applications using modern Java technologies.

What You'll Do

Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using Java 17+ and Spring Boot.
Build scalable microservices and RESTful APIs.
Participate in software architecture and technical design discussions.
Develop event-driven solutions and integrations.
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
Create and maintain automated unit tests using JUnit and related frameworks.
Support application quality, performance, and reliability objectives.
Collaborate with architects, product owners, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Conduct code reviews and promote development best practices.
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps initiatives.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across development processes.
Participate in Agile ceremonies and team planning activities.

What You Bring to the Table

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
7+ years of professional software development experience.
Strong expertise in backend application development.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Experience working within Agile development environments.
Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Passion for software craftsmanship and continuous learning.

Core Skills Required

Java 17+
Spring Boot
REST API Development
Microservices Architecture
Object-Oriented Design
SQL Databases
Git
Maven
JUnit
CI/CD
Agile/Scrum

Nice to Have

Kafka
Event-Driven Architecture
AWS Cloud
Domain-Driven Design (DDD)

Our Stack

Backend: Java 17+, Spring Boot
Messaging: Kafka
Cloud: AWS
Database: SQL
DevOps: Git, CI/CD
Architecture: Microservices
Testing: JUnit

Why Join Highspring

Work alongside talented consultants and technology professionals.
Contribute to impactful enterprise-scale initiatives.
Gain exposure to modern cloud and microservices architectures.
Participate in continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
Join a collaborative culture focused on innovation, quality, and technical excellence.
Build solutions that create meaningful business value for leading organizations.

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Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-scale backend applications using Java 17+ and Spring Boot. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable microservices and implement CI/CD pipelines.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and at least 7 years of professional software development experience. Candidates must possess strong expertise in backend development and experience working in Agile environments.

Skills

Java 17+
Spring Boot
REST API Development
Microservices Architecture
Object-Oriented Design
SQL
Git
Maven
JUnit
CI/CD
Agile
Scrum
Kafka
Event-Driven Architecture
AWS
Domain-Driven Design

Benefits

Professional development opportunities
Continuous learning
Collaborative culture

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Java 17+
Spring Boot
Microservices
RESTful APIs
Backend Development
Cloud-native
Event-driven architecture
JUnit
CI/CD
DevOps
Agile
Scrum
SQL
Git
Maven
Kafka
AWS
Domain-Driven Design
Software Architecture
Enterprise-scale
Object-Oriented Design
Code Reviews
Continuous Improvement
Software Engineering
Consulting

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