Java Engineer
About the role
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Java Engineer for a right to hire assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in Mississauga, ON.
Responsibilities :
Responsible for architecting, developing, and delivering enterprise-scale full stack applications. The role requires expertise in Java, modern UI frameworks, microservices, APIs, event-driven architectures, and cloud-native technologies. Drive technical direction, establish engineering standards, mentor development teams, and partner with business and technology stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and resilient solutions aligned with enterprise architecture and control requirements. Lead the design and development of full stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, Angular/React, microservices, and APIs. Define and drive architecture standards, engineering best practices, and modernization initiatives. Design scalable event-driven solutions leveraging Kafka and asynchronous messaging patterns. Lead technical design reviews, code reviews, and architecture governance across multiple teams. Provide technical leadership for cloud-native applications, containerization, and platform modernization efforts. Drive implementation of CI/CD, automated testing, observability, resiliency, and security best practices. Mentor engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Partner with Architecture, Product, Infrastructure, and Operations teams to deliver strategic technology solutions. Lead resolution of complex production issues, performance bottlenecks, and system scalability challenges. Ensure compliance with technology risk, security, and regulatory standards.
Required Skills:
Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 8+ years of software engineering experience with strong expertise in Java application development. Proven experience in a Lead Engineer or senior technical leadership role. Strong experience designing distributed systems, microservices, APIs, and event-driven architectures. Demonstrated ability to influence technical direction across multiple teams. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience working in Agile environments. Technical Skills: Java (11+ preferred), Spring Boot, Spring Cloud Angular, React, TypeScript, JavaScript REST APIs, GraphQL, API Gateway Microservices, DDD, CQRS, Event-Driven Architecture Kafka, RabbitMQ, JMS Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift AWS, Azure, or GCP Git, Maven/Gradle, CI/CD pipelines Observability tools such as Splunk, ELK, Prometheus, Grafana OAuth2, JWT, secure development practices
Preferred Skills:
Experience in financial services or regulated environments. Exposure to GenAI, Agentic AI, MCP, and AI-driven application integration. Knowledge of cloud modernization and enterprise architecture frameworks.
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy
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About Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.)
For 45 years, SGA has delivered technology and resource solutions that Fortune 500 organizations, mid-size companies, state and local governments, and higher education institutions rely on to achieve their goals/missions.
Our resource solutions cover contingent staffing, contract-to-hire, and direct hire services across IT and non-IT business professions.
Our professional services solutions cover SOW engagements that deliver tailored technology projects on time and within budget that combine industry best practices, expert professionals, and seasoned leadership in the areas of Agentic AI, API Development, BI Dashboards, Cloud Migrations, Data Analytics, Data Integrations, Mobile App Development, and Web App Development.
Each year, we support more than 1,000 engagements nationwide, supplying the talent and expertise that keep programs on track.
At SGA, we believe in working better together. Guided by our values of service, quality, and integrity, we continue to help government and industry partners design, build, and sustain the solutions that move organizations forward.
In support of our client organizations, we’re an award winning EEO employer to professionals across: TECHNOLOGY: AI & Machine Learning, Business & Data Analysis, Cyber & Network Security, Database Administration, Development & Architecture, Infrastructure, Program & Project Management, Quality Assurance & Testing NON-IT: Audit & Operational Risk, Finance & Accounting, Human Resources, Marketing & Creative, Procurement, Program & Project Management, Regulatory & Compliance ENGINEERING: Infrastructure Engineering, Mechanical Design Engineering, Package Engineering, and Quality Assurance Engineering HEALTH & LIFE SCIENCES: Clinical (non-patient), Project Management, Quality Assurance & Control, and Research & Development
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Java Engineer
About the role
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Java Engineer for a right to hire assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in Mississauga, ON.
Responsibilities :
Responsible for architecting, developing, and delivering enterprise-scale full stack applications. The role requires expertise in Java, modern UI frameworks, microservices, APIs, event-driven architectures, and cloud-native technologies. Drive technical direction, establish engineering standards, mentor development teams, and partner with business and technology stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and resilient solutions aligned with enterprise architecture and control requirements. Lead the design and development of full stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, Angular/React, microservices, and APIs. Define and drive architecture standards, engineering best practices, and modernization initiatives. Design scalable event-driven solutions leveraging Kafka and asynchronous messaging patterns. Lead technical design reviews, code reviews, and architecture governance across multiple teams. Provide technical leadership for cloud-native applications, containerization, and platform modernization efforts. Drive implementation of CI/CD, automated testing, observability, resiliency, and security best practices. Mentor engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Partner with Architecture, Product, Infrastructure, and Operations teams to deliver strategic technology solutions. Lead resolution of complex production issues, performance bottlenecks, and system scalability challenges. Ensure compliance with technology risk, security, and regulatory standards.
Required Skills:
Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 8+ years of software engineering experience with strong expertise in Java application development. Proven experience in a Lead Engineer or senior technical leadership role. Strong experience designing distributed systems, microservices, APIs, and event-driven architectures. Demonstrated ability to influence technical direction across multiple teams. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience working in Agile environments. Technical Skills: Java (11+ preferred), Spring Boot, Spring Cloud Angular, React, TypeScript, JavaScript REST APIs, GraphQL, API Gateway Microservices, DDD, CQRS, Event-Driven Architecture Kafka, RabbitMQ, JMS Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift AWS, Azure, or GCP Git, Maven/Gradle, CI/CD pipelines Observability tools such as Splunk, ELK, Prometheus, Grafana OAuth2, JWT, secure development practices
Preferred Skills:
Experience in financial services or regulated environments. Exposure to GenAI, Agentic AI, MCP, and AI-driven application integration. Knowledge of cloud modernization and enterprise architecture frameworks.
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy
Not the right fit? Search for Java Engineer jobs in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
About Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.)
For 45 years, SGA has delivered technology and resource solutions that Fortune 500 organizations, mid-size companies, state and local governments, and higher education institutions rely on to achieve their goals/missions.
Our resource solutions cover contingent staffing, contract-to-hire, and direct hire services across IT and non-IT business professions.
Our professional services solutions cover SOW engagements that deliver tailored technology projects on time and within budget that combine industry best practices, expert professionals, and seasoned leadership in the areas of Agentic AI, API Development, BI Dashboards, Cloud Migrations, Data Analytics, Data Integrations, Mobile App Development, and Web App Development.
Each year, we support more than 1,000 engagements nationwide, supplying the talent and expertise that keep programs on track.
At SGA, we believe in working better together. Guided by our values of service, quality, and integrity, we continue to help government and industry partners design, build, and sustain the solutions that move organizations forward.
In support of our client organizations, we’re an award winning EEO employer to professionals across: TECHNOLOGY: AI & Machine Learning, Business & Data Analysis, Cyber & Network Security, Database Administration, Development & Architecture, Infrastructure, Program & Project Management, Quality Assurance & Testing NON-IT: Audit & Operational Risk, Finance & Accounting, Human Resources, Marketing & Creative, Procurement, Program & Project Management, Regulatory & Compliance ENGINEERING: Infrastructure Engineering, Mechanical Design Engineering, Package Engineering, and Quality Assurance Engineering HEALTH & LIFE SCIENCES: Clinical (non-patient), Project Management, Quality Assurance & Control, and Research & Development