Software Engineer - Strong Java, Python and Linux experience

Toronto, ON
Hybrid
Posted Nov 13, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Contract
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Application method: Apply on LinkedIn (LinkedIn sign-in required)

Job summary

Contribute to the full software development lifecycle in a DevSecOps team supporting a large-scale, highly available distributed payment system. Develop and support high-performance applications, collaborate with the team, and troubleshoot production issues using Linux tools.

Job details

Job Title: Software Engineer - Strong Java, Python and Linux experience Location: Toronto, ON - Canada (Onsite/ Hybrid) Employment Type: Contract In-Person Interview: Yes About Smart IT Frame: At Smart IT Frame, we connect top talent with leading organizations across the USA. With over a decade of staffing excellence, we specialize in IT, healthcare, and professional roles, empowering both clients and candidates to grow together. Job Summary: You will work in a dynamic DevSecOps team involved in full SDLC of application development to support a largescale highly available distributed payment system. We need your technical expertise analytical ability critical thinking clear communication eagerness to collaborate customer first mindset and passion to sustain our growth. Basic Qualifications for Consideration Bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or equivalent working experience. 5 years of experience in software development with a focus on high performance distributed application development. Proficiency in Java CC Python JavaScript Nodejs Proficient with git GitHub copilot CICD pipeline Master secure coding principles and common patterns of vulnerabilities Deep understanding of Linux internals including processes threads memory management file systems networking signals IPC mechanisms and performance diagnostics Comfortable troubleshooting production issues using native Linux tools. Demonstrated ability to effectively incorporate AI assisted development workflows while maintaining strong engineering judgement code review disciplines security awareness and software quality standards Preferred Nice to Have Knowledge in containerization and common cloud platforms eg AWS GCP Comfortable working with OpenSSL and troubleshooting with tools like Wireshark Practical experience in diagrams as code type of tools eg Plant UML Mermaid etc Knowledgeable in PCIDSS PCISSF standards Mandatory Skills: Java Good to Have Skills: Docker, Microservices Experience Level: 7-10 years

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires at least five years of software development experience, including high-performance distributed applications, and proficiency in Java, C/C++, Python, JavaScript, Node.js, Git, and CI/CD. Candidates should understand secure coding and Linux internals, be comfortable diagnosing production issues, and use AI-assisted development responsibly; a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or equivalent experience is required.