Position: Software Developer (J2EE)

Location: Toronto, ON

Job ID#: RQ11001

Duration: 12 Months

Role Overview

The Software Developer is responsible for translating
technical system specifications into high‑quality, scalable, and accessible
applications. This role focuses on designing, developing, testing, and
supporting large‑scale, multi‑client J2EE web applications while collaborating
closely with cross‑functional teams throughout the full software development
lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• 
  Translate
  technical system specifications into working, tested applications
• 
  Develop
  detailed programming specifications and write, generate, and maintain code
• 
  Build
  and maintain data‑driven programs and conduct unit testing
• 
  Troubleshoot
  and resolve technical issues during development and production use
• 
  Provide
  technical assistance during implementation, conversion, and migration
  activities
• 
  Participate
  in application design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation
• 
  Collaborate
  with IT professionals and business stakeholders across the SDLC
• 
  Conduct
  design walkthroughs and support post‑implementation activities
• 
  Ensure
  solutions align with accessibility standards and best practices

General Skills & Experience

• 
  Strong
  experience in programming, analysis, and enterprise application support
• 
  Experience
  using structured methodologies for application design, development, and
  maintenance
• 
  Proficiency
  with object‑oriented and third‑generation programming languages
• 
  Experience
  with modern application design patterns, deployment, and troubleshooting
• 
  Hands‑on
  experience with relational and hierarchical databases
• 
  Familiarity
  with information retrieval tools and query languages
• 
  Experience
  working with communication protocols and middleware technologies
• 
  Ability
  to elicit and document requirements from diverse business stakeholders
• 
  Excellent
  analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• 
  Proven
  ability to meet deadlines and work effectively as part of a team

Desirable Skills

• 
  Experience
  developing internet‑ready and web‑based applications
• 
  Knowledge
  of rapid application development (RAD) methodologies
• 
  Understanding
  of information management principles and practices
• 
  Experience
  reviewing and modifying installation and deployment scripts
• 
  Ability
  to provide user and system documentation
• 
  Knowledge
  of accessibility standards and regulations

Technical Skills & Experience

• 
  10+
  years of experience designing and developing large‑scale, multi‑client
  J2EE web applications
• 
  Strong
  experience with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern frameworks
  (Angular, React, or VueJS)
• 
  Experience
  with Node.js and modern front‑end tooling
• 
  Strong
  understanding of SOA and microservices architecture
• 
  Experience
  building and consuming REST, JSON, and SOAP web services
• 
  Knowledge
  of IT security protocols and standards (OAuth 2, SAML)
• 
  Experience
  with Agile and Digital SDLC methodologies
• 
  Hands‑on
  experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and source control tools (Git,
  Azure DevOps, Jira)
• 
  Experience
  deploying scalable, secure, and maintainable enterprise applications
• 
  Familiarity
  with relational and spatial database technologies

Soft Skills

• 
  Strong
  written and verbal communication skills
• 
  Ability
  to present ideas and propose technical solutions
• 
  Proven
  teamwork and collaboration skills
• 
  Strong
  analytical thinking and systematic problem‑solving
• 
  Ability
  to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities

Public‑Sector Experience (Asset)

• 
  Knowledge
  of transfer payment policies and directives
• 
  Experience
  with grants or transfer payment systems is an asset

About Symbiotic Digital

We serve customers in two ways:

1. 
   Digital
   Experts:
   IT consulting expertise — Bright minds that produce proven
   results
2. 
   Recruitment:
   Find the right people you need

Serving IT & Business leaders, Symbiotic Digital enables
organizations to solve complex challenges by providing proven technical experts
evaluated through our QMS – Quality Management System Staff Development Model.
We are a 100% Indigenous‑owned company.

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