Senior Java Developer

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Senior Software Developer to serve as a key technical contributor within our Engineering team. In this role, you will work across all phases of the software development lifecycle, contributing deep technical expertise, architectural insight, and sound judgment to deliver robust, high-quality software systems.

This position represents progression from the Intermediate Software Developer level. While Intermediate Developers operate independently across a wide range of tasks, Senior Developers bring advanced expertise and leadership. You will tackle complex, high-impact challenges, contribute to architectural direction, mentor team members, and proactively identify technical risks and opportunities.

Depending on organizational needs, this role may also include responsibilities as a Team Lead and/or Product Owner, providing leadership in roadmap planning, team direction, and product delivery.

Responsibilities:
Software Development

Contribute to proposals by developing technical solutions and preparing associated estimates

Write technical descriptions and supporting documentation

Develop and document system requirements

Design external interfaces and produce high-level and detailed software designs

Act as a top-level technical contributor in implementation, integration, and testing

Perform thorough code reviews

Develop and execute comprehensive test plans

Interact with customers as directed to clarify requirements and support delivery

General Responsibilities

Collaborate effectively within a team environment

Mentor and guide less experienced developers

Provide and accept constructive technical feedback

Estimate tasks and provide schedule input

Scope tasks to align with project timelines

Perform work with a high degree of latitude while following best practices

Resolve the most complex technical issues

Demonstrate expert knowledge within your software development domain

Take ownership to ensure systems meet customer needs

Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies

Team Lead Responsibilities (If Applicable)

Manage the team’s capability roadmap

Set and direct team priorities

Assign and delegate tasks based on evolving priorities

Oversee team workload balancing and scheduling

Conduct quarterly and annual performance reviews

Lead participation in Program Increment (PI) planning

Coordinate with Product Owners and other Team Leads on roadmap alignment

Coordinate with customers to incorporate requirements into planning

Monitor and track progress of priorities and tasks

Perform code reviews as required

Track team participation in daily standups

Product Owner Responsibilities (If Applicable)

Manage the product roadmap and backlog

Conduct backlog grooming sessions with customers

Coordinate resource availability with Team Leads

Manage product scheduling and delivery timelines

Coordinate with DevOps and testing teams for release planning

Provide guidance and support to the development team

Qualifications:

Four-year Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
OR

Three-year Bachelor’s Degree plus one (1) year of relevant experience
OR

Two-year diploma in Computer Technology plus two (2) years of relevant experience

Minimum ten (10) years of experience in the software development industry

Strong expertise in Core Java

Demonstrated experience contributing across the full software development lifecycle

Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and performance optimization skills

Strong ability to design scalable and maintainable systems

Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical challenges, designs, and proposed solutions

Additional Requirements:

Proven experience handling complex, high-impact technical challenges

Strong mentorship and technical leadership capabilities

Ability to influence technical direction and architectural decisions

Experience working in collaborative, cross-functional environments

Strong organizational and prioritization skills

Ability to operate with minimal supervision and a high degree of accountability

Compensation:

$110,000-$135,000

Vacancy:
We have 2 Positions Available

Job Title: Senior Software Developer
Requisition Number: 2268
Date: February 26, 2026
Location 1: Ottawa, ON
Remote: Hybrid
Business Unit: Learning
Department: Defence
Job Type: Full-time 
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