Backend Engineer designing APIs and integration architecture for EvenUp's AI - powered legal - tech platform. Improving client portal experiences and application performance from Toronto or San Francisco hubs.
About the role
- Senior Developer at Finastra focusing on Java and enterprise applications. Design, develop, and maintain systems while improving legacy software efficiencies.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement Java-based applications within a dynamic environment.
- Configure, deploy, and manage applications on WebSphere Application Server.
- Develop and maintain applications using the .NET framework and C#.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver effective solutions.
- Write efficient T-SQL scripts for database querying, data manipulation, and performance tuning.
- Manage and optimize Oracle databases, ensuring data integrity, security, and availability.
- Understand, analyze, and reverse engineer existing legacy codebases to identify improvement opportunities.
- Lead efforts to improve, optimize, and modernize legacy systems for better performance and maintainability.
- Create clear, easy-to-read product documentation based on legacy code and system analysis.
- Develop RESTful services and demonstrate a good understanding of microservices architecture.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues across Java, .NET, middleware, and database platforms.
- Participate in code reviews, mentor junior developers, and contribute to best practices.
- Document system architecture, technical specifications, and project deliverables.
Requirements
- Preferably at least 10 years of professional experience in software development.
- At least 3 years in a senior developer role or equivalent.
- Proven experience in Java development with strong object-oriented programming skills.
- Hands-on experience with WebSphere Application Server.
- Demonstrated proficiency in T-SQL and Oracle database management.
- Experience developing and maintaining applications using the .NET framework and C#.
- Strong ability to understand, analyze, and reverse engineer legacy code.
- Experience with legacy code improvement, performance optimization, and refactoring.
- Skilled in creating comprehensive, understandable documentation for complex systems.
- Experience in designing, developing, and consuming RESTful web services.
- Good understanding of microservices architecture.
- Familiarity with enterprise application deployment, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team and adapt to evolving project needs.
Benefits
- Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities.
- Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
- Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.
- Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*
- Sustainability: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
- DEI : Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).
- Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
- Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.
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