Intermediate Software Developer

Title: Intermediate Java Software Developer - P3

Location: Remote - Canada

Reports to: Software Development Manager

The Role:

The Intermediate Software Developer contributes to all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle through the analysis, design, implementation, verification, and maintenance of software solutions. This role works closely with Business Unit stakeholders to review requirements, validate designs, create work estimates, develop software, and verify product releases. The Intermediate Software Developer also works in close collaboration with the Software Development Manager to define and implement best practices across all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle.

Core Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and code software applications from business and technical specifications
• Develop and execute unit, component, and integration level tests to verify requirements are met
• Perform code reviews to ensure quality, proactively identify defects, and recommend improvements
• Investigate and resolve complex technical issues for assigned projects
• Contribute to the creation of technical and end user product documentation

Technical Lead Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop a detailed technical understanding of client needs and project requirements
• Lead and coordinate day-to-day technical execution of on and offshore Engineering staff
• Work with Architects to review and provide feedback for Software Design Documents
• Act as the primary point of contact for Project Management status updates
• Collaborate with technical stakeholders to create detailed work package estimates
• Create, prioritize, assign, and monitor all software development tasks for assigned projects

Education, Experience, and Competencies:

• Post-secondary education in Computer Science or Software Engineering
• Professional software development experience with Java
• Experience with Spring, SQL and JavaScript
• Experience with Java application and web servers
• Experience with version control software
• Experience with continuous integration tools
• Experience with build tools such as Maven
• Experience with relational and non-relational database design and development
• Experience with microservice architecture utilizing containerization with Docker/Kubernetes is preferred
• Experience with web development (JavaScript, HTML, CSS) is preferred
• Exceptionally self-motivated, self-directed, and detail-oriented
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

The Career Opportunity:

This is an opportunity for you to grow your skillset as a solid programmer using enterprise-level tools and best practices within the software industry. Your career could move into Software Architecture, Technical leadership, or Functional leadership. You will be exposed to challenges that you see in a rapidly evolving industry with an established company.

The Team / The Business:

You will be part of a full project team that includes senior Software Developers, QA, Project Managers, and business leaders who are dedicated to a specific long term client.

Our Hiring Manager says:

”I’m looking for the kind of person who is flexible and a creative problem solver. There may be challenges we have never run across before and I need someone willing to explore options and not be afraid to voice them."

J.D. Power is a global leader in consumer insights, advisory services and data and analytics. A pioneer in the use of big data, artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic modeling capabilities to understand consumer behavior, J.D. Power has been delivering incisive industry intelligence on customer interactions with brands and products for more than 50 years. The world's leading businesses across major industries rely on J.D. Power to guide their customer-facing strategies.

Company Mission

J.D. Power is clear about what we do to ensure our success into the future. We unite industry leading data and insights with world-class technology to solve our clients’ toughest challenges.

Our Values

At J.D. Power, we strive to be Truth Finders, Change Makers and Team Driven - the distinct behaviors that, together, define our unique culture.

We are dedicated to leveraging comprehensive and equitable practices which contribute to the overall success of the company and its employees. We invite you to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

J.D. Power is an equal opportunity employer and compliant with AODA/ADA legislation. If you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please specify.

To all recruitment agencies: J.D. Power does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.