AVP - Java Developer Sr Programmer Analyst

Citi•Mississauga, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Java Developer Sr Programmer Analyst with 7+ years of industry experience to spearhead the development of robust, scalable, and innovative enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Java/J2EE and Spring Boot. This role demands a proven track record with strong technical problem-solving and root cause analysis abilities, relational databases such as Sybase and Oracle, exceptional team leadership skills, and a forward-thinking approach to integrating AI technologies into our solutions. You will lead a team of junior developers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive experience in software development, with a significant focus on Java/J2EE enterprise applications.
Strong proficiency in Java/J2EE, including advanced concepts like multithreading, concurrency, and data structures.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to dissect complex technical issues, identify root causes, and drive effective solutions in high-pressure production environments.
In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with relational databases, specifically Sybase and Oracle, including SQL, PL/SQL, database design, and performance tuning.
Expert-level knowledge and hands-on experience with Spring Boot, including Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security, etc.
Demonstrated experience with modern GUI technologies (e.g., Angular, React, Vue.js) and associated web technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript).
Demonstrated experience in leading and mentoring development teams, with strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with Git, Maven/Gradle, CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins), and cloud platforms is highly desirable.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
Familiarity with messaging queues (e.g., Kafka, SOLACE).
Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and behavior-driven development (BDD).
Certifications in Java, Spring, Cloud, or AI technologies.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced technical support for escalated issues from production support team.
During a production issue, act decisively to identify the root cause and deliver an effective solution.
Analyzes applications to identify risks, vulnerabilities, security issues and improve the system performance.
Partners with appropriate development and production support areas to prioritize bug fixes and support tooling requirements.
Active involvement in and ownership of Support Project items, covering Stability, Efficiency, and Effectiveness initiatives.
Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex Java/J2EE-based enterprise applications using Spring Boot.
Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural patterns to ensure high-quality, maintainable, and scalable solutions.
Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to security and performance standards.
Act as a subject matter expert for Java technologies, providing technical direction and problem-solving expertise.
Drive end-to-end development and implementation to back-end services and database integration.
Develop and optimize database schemas, queries, and stored procedures for Sybase and Oracle databases.
Ensure seamless integration between various system components and external services.
Lead, mentor, and guide a team of junior and mid-level developers, fostering their technical growth and career development.
Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software.
Promote a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing within the team.
Conduct performance reviews and provide regular feedback to team members.
Lead initiatives to prototype and implement AI-driven solutions within existing or new applications.
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, particularly in Java and AI, to drive innovation.