Software Engineer

Title: Software Engineer / Backend Developer Location: Waterloo or Toronto, ON Work Arrangement: Hybrid — 3 days/week Contract: 6 months, possible extension Role Summary We are looking for experienced backend software developers to join its technology organization and help design, develop and support scalable, secure and reliable business applications. The developer will work closely with product owners, designers and other engineering teams to deliver high-quality applications and services using modern Java/Spring and microservices technologies. Responsibilities Design, develop, test and maintain Java-based backend applications Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices Work with Spring / Spring Boot Develop and maintain database-driven applications Write clean, maintainable and production-quality code Participate in code reviews Develop automated unit and integration tests Troubleshoot application defects and production issues Investigate performance and reliability problems Participate in CI/CD and Agile development processes Collaborate with product and engineering teams Support application deployment and operational activities Contribute to technical documentation Participate in architecture/design discussions Follow secure coding and engineering best practices Core Skills Must-have: Java Spring / Spring Boot REST APIs Microservices SQL / relational databases Cloud experience CI/CD Agile Unit/integration testing Nice-to-have: Kubernetes Docker Azure DevOps / DevSecOps Cloud-native application development Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status Dexian | Unlock trajectory changing opportunities Unlock business potential with Dexian's comprehensive solutions. Discover staffing, talent development, and valuable resources. Explore now!

Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java-based backend applications and RESTful microservices. Collaborate with product owners and engineering teams to ensure high-quality code and operational stability.

Requires strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and SQL with experience in cloud environments and CI/CD pipelines. Knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and Azure DevOps is considered an asset.

• KubernetesPreferred
• SQLPreferred
• REST APIsPreferred
• CI/CDPreferred
• DockerPreferred
• AgilePreferred
• JavaPreferred
• Spring BootPreferred

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• Java
• Spring
• Spring Boot
• REST APIs
• Microservices
• SQL
• Relational Databases
• Cloud Experience
• CI/CD
• Agile
• Unit Testing
• Integration Testing
• Kubernetes
• Docker
• Azure DevOps
• DevSecOps

• Software
• Technology
• Engineering

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 11, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Office presence

3 days per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available