Software Engineer, Java

About The Company

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs, we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications, and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,700 people, across 57 offices, in 22 countries, in key global markets.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Java Developer to join our dynamic team and contribute to delivering key initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong design and implementation fundamentals in Java programming, with prior experience in finance or legal operations considered an asset. This role requires a motivated individual with the ability and willingness to quickly master new technical and business concepts. The successful candidate will collaborate with an energetic team of highly intellectual and creative developers working on bleeding-edge projects utilizing a variety of technologies.

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. For candidates hired within Calgary, AB, the base salary ranges from CAD $80,000 to CAD $85,000 per year, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in Java back-end development
• Strong expertise in Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security)
• Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Strong understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and Redis
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools including Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, or GitHub Actions
• Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git
• Experience working in agile development environments using Scrum or Kanban methodologies
• Knowledge of message brokers like Kafka or RabbitMQ is a plus
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  
  

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain server-side applications using Java and Spring/Spring Boot frameworks
• Write clean, efficient, and testable code following best practices and design patterns
• Collaborate closely with front-end developers, architects, and product managers to deliver high-quality solutions
• Design and manage RESTful APIs and microservices to support scalable application architectures
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability to meet business requirements
• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior developers, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop unit and integration tests to ensure software quality and maintainability
• Integrate third-party APIs and external systems as needed
• Ensure application security, data protection, and compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines and support DevOps practices for deployment and monitoring
  
  

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a multinational organization with 56 offices across 22 countries, including possibilities for international assignments
• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid annual leave plus an additional 10 days of personal leave (floating and sick days)
• Comprehensive insurance plan covering medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
• Flexible hybrid work policy to support work-life balance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer contributions up to 4%
• Higher education certification policy to support continued learning and professional growth
• Access to Udemy for Business with over 5000 curated courses available on-demand for all employees
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Centers of Excellence (CoE)
• Engagement in cutting-edge projects with leading tier-one banks, financial institutions, and insurance firms
• A truly diverse, inclusive, and global work culture fostering collaboration and innovation
  
  

Equal Opportunity

Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative, ‘Same Difference,’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes equality, diversity, and respect for all individuals. We firmly believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our business and drives success globally. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status, to apply. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.