Sr Java Developer

Job Title: Principal Software EngineerLocation: Toronto ON M5J 0A8 (onsite role) Duration: 6+ MonthsYour Required Skills:SummaryWe are looking for highly motivated and energetic individuals to work on the next generation of data fueled infrastructure and applications that leverage the latest Cloud and Big Data technologies. You will work with global team of talented engineers and use big data technologies to break ground in new MDM spaces.Our Ideal CandidateYou are technically strong and stay on top of technological trends. You are an experienced software engineer, proud of the work you do, and passionate about the quality and customer satisfaction. You like the excitement of creating new features and leading the design effort. You contribute to a trusting and open environment by being a dedicated member of the cross-functional feature team.In addition, you have the following attributes:Ability to quickly learn new technologies in a dynamic environmentStrong Analytical and problem-solving skillsAccurately assess critical factors for success and mitigate risk on deliverablesProactively share technical knowledge and best practices with team membersPossess excellent written and verbal skillsArticulate ideas and thoughts clearly and easilyInteract well with team leaders, peers, junior staff and other managers at various positionsYour ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will be based in Toronto, Canada and will:Implement product features based on high level design and technical design specificationsWrite clean maintainable product code, develop and maintain the testsWork with the product management and product delivery teams on defining and validating the requirementsHandle scoping, planning, internal and external dependencies for the features that you ownContribute to all aspects of the engineering process, i.e. agile, design reviews, etc.Handle internal and external dependencies for the features that you ownCollaborate with geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams in an Agile environmentParticipate in internal/cross team meetings, scoping, decision making and technical documentation reviewsYour QualificationsBS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent technical degree10+ years of Software Development experience is requiredStrong java server programming skills in availability, scalability, clustering, multi-threaded development and performance design patternsHands-on Java web application development experience.Excellent problem solving, analytical skills and technical troubleshooting abilitiesExperienced in Agile software development methodology and software development process (SDLC)Experience with RDMBS and NoSQL database platforms, such as Oracle, DB2, SQL Server, Elastic Search, MongoDB.Experience with big data technologies is a plusExperience with Cloud based application/platform is a plusExperience building micro-services is a plusExperience with UI development technologies (Node.JS, React, CSS, HTML, JavaScript) is a plusUnderstanding of large complex software systems to isolate defects, reproduce defects, assess risk and understand varied customer deploymentsAbility to prioritize tasks, track and deliver on-timeClarity and precision in verbal and written communicationsStrong interpersonal and relationship building skills within an organizationProven ability to work well with others in a fast paced, iterative product definition and development environmentAbility to work with customers, developers, documentation, product management and support staff