Java Backend Lead

We're seeking a Java Backend Lead to join its Technology Team in Mississauga. This is a senior management-level role responsible for overseeing Java application development and backend services. You will manage a team of developers, drive architecture and system design, and contribute to critical initiatives in Client's technology transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Lead and manage multiple global backend development teams to achieve strategic goals.
• Drive the design, development, and deployment of robust and scalable backend applications using Java.
• Oversee development lifecycle from planning and design through implementation, QA, and deployment.
• Influence architecture decisions and ensure alignment with enterprise-wide technical direction.
• Manage team hiring, mentoring, performance evaluations, and career development.
• Collaborate across teams and geographies to ensure timely delivery of business-critical features.
• Contribute to defining development best practices, coding standards, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain high standards of software quality, performance, and reliability.
• Engage in budget management, resource planning, and project reporting.
• Provide thought leadership and strategic input on backend systems and emerging technologies. 
  
   

Must-Have Skills:

 

• 10+ years of Java backend development experience
• Hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices
• Strong experience with relational databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, or similar)
• Experience in backend architecture, system design, and distributed computing
• Experience managing global or cross-functional development teams
• Agile/Scrum methodology experience
• Strong communication, leadership, and people management skills
  
   

Nice-to-Have:

 

• Prior experience in financial services or banking domain
• Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD (Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field