Software Engineer

Job summary

Design, develop, test, deploy, and troubleshoot scalable enterprise applications using Java EE, Spring technologies, ORM frameworks, databases, and modern front-end tools. Collaborate across the software development lifecycle to support integrations, deployment, performance optimization, automated testing, and production reliability.

Job details

About ProxyLink At ProxyLink, we specialize in building meaningful connections between exceptional talent and leading employers across Canada. As a trusted recruitment partner, our mission is to create impactful career matches by combining innovative hiring strategies with a personalized, people-first approach. We’re driven by the belief that investing in people today builds a stronger workforce for tomorrow. About the Role ProxyLink is hiring an experienced Software Developer to design, develop, test, deploy, and troubleshoot enterprise-level applications using Java Enterprise technologies. The successful candidate will translate business requirements and technical specifications into reliable, scalable, and high-performing software solutions. This role requires strong hands-on experience with Java EE, Spring Framework, object-relational mapping (ORM) technologies, database management, and modern front-end frameworks. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of enterprise application architecture, software design patterns, and application development best practices. Key Responsibilities Analyze business requirements and technical specifications to design and develop enterprise applications. Develop, maintain, and enhance applications using Java EE and related enterprise technologies. Design and implement scalable, secure, and maintainable n-tier application architectures. Apply established software design patterns and development best practices. Develop and maintain applications using Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Batch, and related technologies. Implement ORM solutions using JPA, Hibernate, or similar frameworks. Design, develop, and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and database interactions. Work with relational and cloud-based databases, including Amazon Aurora, Amazon RDS, PostgreSQL, and Oracle. Develop and maintain user interfaces using JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular, and jQuery. Perform unit testing, troubleshoot application issues, and resolve defects to ensure software quality and reliability. Support application deployment, integration, performance optimization, and production troubleshooting. Collaborate with business analysts, architects, developers, testers, and other stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle. Contribute to continuous integration, automated testing, and Agile development practices. Develop web services, implement service-oriented architecture (SOA), and integrate business process management solutions as required. Mandatory Qualifications and Skills 7+ years of experience developing n-tier enterprise applications. 7+ years of hands-on experience with Java Enterprise technologies. Strong expertise in enterprise application design, software design patterns, deployment, and troubleshooting. Extensive hands-on development and troubleshooting experience on the Java EE platform. Strong experience with JPA, Hibernate, and the Spring Framework. Proficiency in database development, SQL, and stored procedures. Experience working with multiple database technologies; expertise in Amazon Aurora, Amazon RDS, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and PL/SQL is highly desirable. Proficiency with Eclipse IDE or IBM Rational Application Developer. Experience with JavaScript and/or TypeScript frameworks, including React, Angular, and jQuery. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams and deliver high-quality software solutions. Nice-to-Have Qualifications Experience with Agile development methodologies, including Scrum, user stories, continuous integration (CI), test-driven development (TDD), and automated testing. Experience developing web services and implementing service-oriented architecture (SOA). Familiarity with business process management (BPM) tools, including: Camunda BPM jBPM Activiti IBM Process Server Drools Rule Engine Experience with security frameworks such as Spring Security, Apache Shiro, or ForgeRock. Experience with AWS services, including Aurora Serverless, Amazon Athena, Amazon S3, Amazon ElastiCache, and Amazon OpenSearch. Familiarity with MyBatis, Cosmos DB, MySQL, and other enterprise database technologies. Technical Evaluation Criteria 1. Technical Expertise – 40% Java EE and n-tier enterprise application development. Application architecture, design patterns, deployment, troubleshooting, and unit testing. ORM technologies, including JPA, Hibernate, and MyBatis. 2. Spring Framework – 15% Experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Batch, Spring Security, and related technologies. 3. Database Management – 15% SQL development, query optimization, and stored procedure development. Experience with Oracle, PL/SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cosmos DB, Amazon Aurora, and Amazon RDS. 4. Cloud and Business Process Management – 20% Experience with AWS cloud services, including Aurora Serverless, Athena, Amazon S3, ElastiCache, and OpenSearch. Familiarity with BPM platforms, including Camunda BPM and Drools Rule Engine. 5. UI Development – 10% Front-end development experience with React, Angular, and jQuery. Familiarity with JavaScript and TypeScript.

What you’ll do

Design, develop, test, deploy, and troubleshoot scalable enterprise applications using Java EE, Spring technologies, ORM frameworks, databases, and modern front-end tools. Collaborate across the software development lifecycle to support integrations, deployment, performance optimization, automated testing, and production reliability.

Requirements

Requires at least seven years of experience developing n-tier enterprise applications and hands-on expertise with Java EE, Spring, JPA or Hibernate, SQL, and database technologies. Candidates should also have front-end framework experience, strong analytical and debugging skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams.

Listed skills

• SQL · Preferred
• PostgreSQL · Preferred
• Angular · Preferred
• React · Preferred
• JavaScript · Preferred
• TypeScript · Preferred
• Oracle · Preferred
• Spring Boot · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Java EE
• Spring Framework
• Spring Boot
• JPA
• Hibernate
• SQL
• Stored Procedures
• Amazon Aurora
• Amazon RDS
• PostgreSQL
• Oracle
• JavaScript
• TypeScript
• React
• Angular
• Enterprise Application Architecture

Job areas

• Software
• Technology

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