Aviva

Senior Software Engineer - Backend (Java, Spring Boot, AWS)

Aviva • $115K — $165K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science
  • 5+ years of professional experience in backend development, with at least 2 years in a senior role
  • Excellent knowledge of Java and Spring Boot
  • Strong experience in building REST APIs and web services
  • Proficiency with database systems such as Oracle and MongoDB
  • Understanding of Agile methodology
  • Ability to articulate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services applications
  • Develop and maintain Java-based microservices
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and AWS
  • Create secure RESTful APIs for frontend and external integrations
  • Review and create software design specifications
  • Integrate IaC into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions
  • Lead product development through collaboration and strategic planning

Benefits

  • Compelling rewards package including base compensation and annual bonus eligibility
  • Outstanding career development opportunities and support for professional education
  • Competitive vacation package with option to purchase additional days off
  • Employee-driven diversity and inclusion programs
  • Corporate wellness programs for physical and mental health
  • Employee discounts on home and auto insurance (where applicable)
  • Hybrid flexible work model
Full Job Description
We are looking for a collaborative and resourceful Software Engineer who is dedicated, naturally inquisitive and comfortable in a fast-paced environment. You'll be required to apply your depth of knowledge and expertise to many areas including security, infrastructure, and DevOps.

The role is part of our Digital Engineering team, responsible for developing our customer-facing digital products. This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-moving, product-led technology team-backed by the scale and resources of Canada's second largest insurer, and powering partnerships with RBC and President's Choice Financial.

What you'll do

Development:
  • Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend services applications with a focus on high availability, optimal performance, and security.
  • Develop and maintain scalable Java-based microservices.
  • Design and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and AWS to automate provisioning of cloud resources.
  • Develop secure RESTful APIs to support frontend applications and external integrations.

System Design:
  • Review and create system, software, and functional design specifications.
  • Integrate IaC into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions, enabling automated deployments and environment consistency.

Collaboration:
  • Lead product development through research, strategic planning, and close collaboration with fellow engineers and product leads.
  • Actively participate in code reviews and provide feedback on code quality, unit testing and security standards.
  • Provide mentorship to engineers and foster best practices within the team to help improve our development cycle.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.


What you'll bring

  • University degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science
  • 5+ years professional experience in backend development with at least 2 years in a senior position.
  • Excellent knowledge of Java and Spring Boot
  • Strong experience in building REST API and web services
  • Strong experience with system integration and system design
  • Proficiency with database systems such as Oracle and MongoDB
  • Embrace Agile methodology
  • Ability to foundationally understand complex business process driving technical systems
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders


What makes you stand out
  • Experience developing and deploying enterprise applications using Java Spring Boot, Angular, AWS / Terraform, RDBMS: Oracle/PostgreSQL, and document database technologies including MongoDB and Document DB.
  • Insurance industry experience will be a plus


What you'll get

  • The salary band for this position ranges from $115,000 to $165,000. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity.
  • Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
  • Outstanding Career Development opportunities.
  • We'll support your professional development education.
  • Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.
  • Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Corporate wellness programs to support our employees' physical and mental health.
  • Employee discount on home and auto insurance (where applicable).
  • Hybrid flexible work model.


This job advertisement is for an existing vacancy which has been posted both internally & externally.

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About Aviva

Natural health retailer and resource. Aviva promotes a holistic approach to your health and well-being through proper nutrition and a healthy, natural lifestyle. Aviva operates a retail store in Winnipeg, MB Canada and serves customers across Canada and around the world through www.avivahealth.com. Everything for healthy living.

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