Back-End Developer (Java)

Embark on a journey with one of Canada's fastest growing companies welcome to goeasy! We have been honored with recognitions such as Waterstone Canada s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, the 2022 Report on Business Women Lead Here, Report on Business for Canada s Top Growing Companies and TSX30 as one of the best performing companies on the TSX. We've also received the Greater Toronto Top Employers Award and certified as a Great Place to Work . We're on the lookout for the best and brightest to join our team!

Our vision is to provide everyday Canadians a path to a better tomorrow, today. As one of Canada s leading non-prime consumer lenders, we offer a full suite of products including non-prime leasing, unsecured and secured loans as well as point-of-sale-financing though easyhome, easyfinancial, and LendCare.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Back-End Developer (Java) with expertise in Spring Boot to join our dynamic team. You will have a strong foundation in Java programming and extensive experience with the Spring Boot framework. This role entails developing high-quality applications, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, and ensuring efficient and robust software solutions.

What will you be doing?

• Design, develop, and maintain Java applications using Spring Boot.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to define software requirements and specifications.
• Implement RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Maintain and improve existing applications, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve skills and knowledge.

What experience do you have?

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Over 2 years of professional experience as a Java Developer.
• Strong proficiency in Java and the Spring Boot framework.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud.
• Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Understanding and implementation of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Adherence to security best practices in software development.
• Development and integration of RESTful APIs.
• Proficiency in database technologies, including SQL Server and PostgreSQL.
• Use of version control systems, with a focus on GitHub.
• Application of Agile methodologies in project management.
• Experience in Python programming.
• Background in the e-commerce or finance domains.

We offer a Flexible Work Program that provides you the ability to work three days onsite per week, from our Mississauga office.

Internal Applicants: please apply through the link and provide written endorsement from your current manager.

Why should you work for goeasy?

In keeping with our mission to create better tomorrows for our employees, each year goeasy commits to continuously enhancing its total rewards. Here are some of the perks we offer

Financial Benefits:

• Leverage our RRSP match and Employee Share Purchase Plan programs.
• Annual bonus that rewards your hard work and dedication.
• Employee discounts on furniture, electronics, and appliances.
• MAT & PAT leave top-up.
• Expand your financial knowledge through engaging Financial Literacy Learning opportunities.

Health and Lifestyle:

• Enjoy company-paid volunteer days to give back to the community.
• Access 24/7 healthcare with Virtual Doctor Appointments.
• Personalize your benefits with a flexible modular benefits package.
• Stay fit and energized with exclusive access to our on-site private gym at our head office.

Employee Perks:

• Fuel your growth with the Tuition Assistance Program.
• Double the impact of your generosity with Company Matched Charitable Donations.
• Internal development training programs and platforms including job-specific training, career coaching, leadership excellence, mentorship, and many others.
• Enjoy a state-of-the-art office space with perks like a games room, a healthy snack program, a fitness studio, free gated parking, and more!

Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity Employment:
At goeasy, we believe that we can only be the best when people are able to bring their best selves to work every day. This means that we are committed to cultivating and preserving a work culture where we celebrate who we are, where everyone feels seen and heard and where every employee can fulfill their potential. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with all legislative requirements throughout Canada. Please let us know if you require an accommodation during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.

Additional Information:
All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check, credit check, and validation of their work experience to qualify for hire. We thank all interested applicants, however we will only be contacting those for interview who possess the skills and qualifications outlined above.