Jr Java Developer

POSITION: Jr. Java Developer LOCATION: Downtown Toronto - Hybrid Why join the CanDeal Team? CanDeal Group is a leading provider of electronic marketplaces and data services for Canadian dollar fixed income securities and derivatives. CanDeal’s Markets Division, provides access to a deep pool of liquidity for Canadian government, agency, provincial and corporate bonds, as well as money market instruments and interest rate swaps. CanDeal Group is a growing and entrepreneurial organization with a solid foundation in the Canadian fixed income markets and an ownership group which includes: BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc., CIBC World Markets Inc., National Bank Financial Inc., RBC Dominion Securities Inc., Scotia Capital Inc., TD Securities Inc. and TMX Group. This is an exciting time to join a growing organization led by visionary leaders who are helping to shape their industry’s future. JOB PURPOSE Reporting to the Head of Markets Technology, the Jr. Java Developer works within the Information Technology (IT) team to develop internal APIs for applications and evolve internal and external web-based applications. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Designs, builds and tests secure APIs, services, and applications as per requirements to meet the needs of various internal and external client users and the overall solution. Troubleshoots, tunes and maintains distributed cloud applications. Assists in code, performance optimization and configuration of applications. Performs other duties, as required. QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field is required. Experience in relevant coop placement positions. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Proven problem-solving skills and superb analytical skills, with the ability to think “outside the box” to resolve problems. Excellent proficiency with Java / Web ecosystem, with strong back-end and messaging skills. Excellent proficiency with microservices and related technologies; Spring framework, messaging technologies (MS, Kafka, MQ or equivalent). Strong SQL experience preferably with MY SQL modelling experience for RDBMS. Advanced understanding of design patterns in the context of distributed systems, SOA. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively clarify complex technical issues and concepts in a business-friendly manner to various audiences. Strong organizational skills, with the abilities to manage multiple deliverables in a time-sensitive environment and adapt to frequently changing priorities. Ability to work effectively within a team, as well as independently. Must be available for occasional after-hours work, typically through remote access. Working knowledge of the following is an asset: Java, Spring. SpringBoot Knowledge of microservice architecture and patterns Key Qualities for Success Self-motivated and driven. Highly attentive to detail and committed to quality. Enthusiastic, service oriented. DECISION MAKING Determines priority / sequence of own work, based on objectives assigned by management. Interested in being a part of CanDeal? We look forward to your application! If you are interested in this opportunity please send your resume to: careers@candeal.com Please inform us if you require any accommodations during the hiring process. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Jr. Java Developer will design, build, and test secure APIs and services to meet internal and external client needs. They will also troubleshoot, tune, and maintain distributed cloud applications while assisting in code and performance optimization.

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in an IT-related field and have experience from relevant co-op placements. Proficiency in the Java/Web ecosystem, microservices, and SQL is required, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

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• Java
• Spring Framework
• SpringBoot
• Microservices
• SQL
• MySQL
• Kafka
• Messaging Technologies
• API Design
• Distributed Systems
• Service Oriented Architecture
• Problem Solving
• Analytical Skills
• Back-end Development
• Cloud Applications

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Aug 20, 2026