Canadian Tire

Senior Java Developer

Canadian Tire$64K — $106K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering; Master's preferred.
  • 6+ years of experience in enterprise Java application development.
  • Expertise in Java 11+ and the Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Cloud, Data, Security).
  • Strong background in microservices, distributed systems, and event-driven design.
  • Proficiency in SQL, relational databases, and ORM techniques.
  • Experience with cloud-native engineering (Azure preferred).
  • Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, Git, and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain scalable, robust backend systems.
  • Develop RESTful APIs and microservices with Java and Spring Boot.
  • Collaborate in Agile Scrum teams to translate business needs into technical outcomes.
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and automate testing.
  • Lead technical initiatives and mentor junior engineers.
  • Enhance observability and performance of distributed systems.
  • Drive innovation through AI-assisted development tools.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits and retirement programs.
  • Performance incentives and continuing education opportunities.
  • Perks to support employee well-being.
  • Career growth opportunities and product discounts.
Full Job Description

What You'll Do:

As a Senior Java Developer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust, scalable, enterprise-grade backend systems. Specifically, you will become a key contributor in delivering modern cloud-native solutions, evolving microservices-based platforms, and translating complex business requirements into reliable technical outcomes. Your expertise in Java, distributed systems, and Agile delivery will help drive innovation, engineering excellence, and sustainable growth across the organization.

  • Establish a strong understanding of enterprise applications, backend services, and cloud-native architecture with a focus on scalable and resilient solutions.

  • Design high-level and detailed system architectures using microservices, event-driven systems, and domain-driven design principles.

  • Develop clean, maintainable, and production-grade applications using Java 11+ and Spring Boot.

  • Build and enhance RESTful APIs, microservices, and asynchronous event-driven integrations.

  • Design and operate distributed systems in cloud environments, with Azure preferred.

  • Implement messaging, streaming, and publish/subscribe patterns to support enterprise integrations.

  • Collaborate with Product, QA, Architecture, and UX teams within Agile Scrum environments.

  • Lead technical delivery initiatives, conduct code reviews, and mentor fellow engineers.

  • Leverage AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot to improve development efficiency and code quality.

  • Design, automate, maintain, and enhance CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.

  • Support containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes.

  • Champion automated testing strategies utilizing JUnit, Mockito, SpringBoot Test, and Test containers.

  • Promote observability, reliability, and performance through monitoring and operational best practices.

  • Align technical solutions with business priorities through effective communication and stakeholder partnership.

  • Manage project timelines through effective collaboration, communication, and feedback loops.

What You Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience. Master's degree is preferred.

  • 6+ years of professional software development experience building and operating enterprise Java applications.

  • Expert knowledge of Java 11+ and the Spring ecosystem, including Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Data, and Spring Security.

  • Strong experience with microservices architectures, distributed systems, and event-driven design patterns.

  • Experience across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) from design through production support.

  • Strong knowledge of SQL, relational databases, ORM strategies, and performance optimization techniques.

  • Hands-on experience with cloud-native engineering in Azure, AWS, or GCP.

  • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Git, Maven/Gradle, and Azure DevOps.

  • Strong understanding of CI/CD, DevOps, and Agile Scrum delivery practices.

  • Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as New Relic, Splunk, or Datadog.

  • Experience with SAP Hybris or similar enterprise commerce platforms is an asset.

  • Knowledge of Angular or React is an asset.

  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, stakeholder management, mentoring, and leadership skills.

Location: Toronto, Ontario or Quarry Park, Calgary (Hybrid: In-office 4 days a week)

We’re always looking for great talent! In addition to competitive pay, we offer:

  • Comprehensive benefits and retirement programs

  • Performance incentives, Continuing Education Programs

  • Other perks to support your well-being

  • Career growth opportunities and product discounts

Broadband Salary Range: $64,000 – $106,000 CAD.

Our typical hiring range is between $64,000 and $85,000 CAD. Salary decisions are also dependent on other factors such as your experience, industry benchmarks, internal equity and other role-specific requirements. For critical roles, the compensation offering will be reviewed to ensure alignment with market rate and conditions and the unique value you bring to the role.

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This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization.


We may use artificial intelligence tools as part of our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening of resumes. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters.


About Canadian Tire

Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited is a Canadian retail company which sells a wide range of automotive, hardware, sports and leisure, and home products. Some stores also sell toys and food products. It operates through a network of more than 1,700 retail and gasoline outlets across Canada. The company was founded in 1922 and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario.
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13,435 employees
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1922
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