Back End Developer

Description:

MatchBox Consulting Group is recruiting a Back End Developer for a permanent remote position working for a client based in Vancouver. The candidate must be located in Canada and willing to work Eastern Standard Time hours. This role involves active collaboration within the project team, ensuring high code quality, adhering to design standards, and participating in all phases of the software development lifecycle including architecture, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate proactively within the development team to guide product development through the full lifecycle

• Maintain and improve code quality and governance

• Ensure compliance with design patterns and agreed-upon project standards

• Plan, estimate, and contribute to software architecture, coding, and development efforts

• Refactor and continuously improve existing codebases

• Communicate technical decisions clearly with global teams

• Take responsibility for software releases and ongoing live app support

• Participate in deployment and operational activities (DevOps)

• Maintain professionalism and deliver quality outcomes for customers

Requirements:

• Strong Java development experience (8+ years)

• AWS cloud environment experience (4+ years)

• Strong experience with Spring framework (4+ years)

• Experience with SQL databases (2+ years)

• Knowledge of software design principles, patterns, and best practices

• Experience working directly with clients and stakeholders to define/refine requirements

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline setup and configuration

• Experience building scalable services such as serverless or microservices

• Strong English communication skills (written and verbal)

Preferred / Extended Qualifications:

• Strong Python development experience (4+ years)

• Experience with Pandas, SciPy, NumPy (3+ years)

• Experience with NoSQL databases (2+ years)

Additional Information:

• Position is open only to Canadian residents legally authorized to work in Canada (no relocation support)

• MatchBox Consulting Group is headquartered in Vancouver and serves clients nationally

• Equal opportunity employer, encourages applications from diverse and minority groups

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration