Software Engineer

Exciting Opportunity: Software Engineer – Hands-On Java Developer - 12 month contract engagement with renewal potential

We’re looking for a high-performing Software Engineer to join a global team supporting fast-paced financial markets. In this role, you’ll be developing high-performance applications in Java, building microservices, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and directly supporting trading desks across the globe.

You’ll be part of a team that thrives on ownership, analytical problem-solving, and end-to-end delivery — from design to production support.

This is a hands-on coding role. If you're not currently writing code daily, this isn’t the right fit.

If your time is spent writing production code, we want to hear from you!!!!

Advantages

Be at the heart of technology that supports global trading operations

Gain exposure to the financial domain, with high-impact responsibilities

Work in a tight-knit, performance-driven team where your voice matters

Access to long-term contract potential and the ability to grow your technical skillset

Thrive in a hybrid work model with flexible in-office requirements

Responsibilities

Developing Java-based features connected to PostgreSQL databases

Building and enhancing CI/CD pipelines

Providing L2/L3 production support (on rotation)

Working closely with trading desks and global stakeholders

Collaborating with architects, analysts, and end users to ensure functional, user-focused delivery

Ensuring compliance with internal controls and external regulatory standards

Owning your work through the full software development lifecycle

Qualifications

Must-Have

5+ years of Java development with a focus on high-performance systems

Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases

Proven ability to design and develop in microservices architecture

Familiarity with tools like JIRA and Confluence

Strong communication skills and the ability to occasionally step into business analysis tasks

Calm under pressure, with an analytical approach to problem-solving

Full ownership mentality — from specs to post-release support

A collaborative mindset and proven success in high-performance teams

Nice-to-Have

Experience in Fixed Income, Bonds, Futures, pricing, or risk management

Exposure to DevOps tools (e.g., Ansible, Jenkins)

Knowledge of C++ or Python

Summary

If you’re a true coder who wants to build impactful systems in a high-stakes, fast-moving environment — APPLY NOW !!!

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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