Java Tech Lead

Role Overview

• Design, develop and maintain applications using Java technologies;
• Solve complex technical problems by quickly analyzing complex situations and proposing pragmatic solutions;
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality, consistency and the sharing of best practices within the team;
• Take on a technical leadership role within the team, creating a work environment where everyone can express themselves, learn and contribute;
• Provide coaching and training to developers, supporting them in a personalized manner in their technical and professional development;
• Lead Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, Scrums, retrospectives), promoting listening, transparency and continuous improvement;
• Actively participate in business needs analysis;
• Act as a facilitator between stakeholders (POs, architecture consultants, quality assurance, etc.), building bridges between technical expertise and business objectives;
• Organize technology watch workshops to share emerging trends with junior developers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or software engineering, or diploma of college studies (DEC) with equivalent professional experience;
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Java development, including 2 to 3 years of experience as a tech lead;
• Experience with full-stack Java development, including multiple versions of Java (8+), DevOps, and a front-end framework (Angular or React);
• Experience with databases such as SQL, NoSQL, Oracle, etc.;
• Experience with multiple technologies in the following categories:
• Languages and frameworks: Spring MVC, Spring Boot, Spring Web, Spring Data, Spring Security, Spring Batch;
• Cloud and DevOps: AWS (IaaS, PaaS), Azure, Kubernetes, Terraform, Helm Chart, Flux CD, Istio, GCP;
• Integration: REST services, SOAP, Kafka, Rabbit MQ, Apache Camel;
• Tools: Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, Git, SonarQube;
• Testing and documentation: JUnit, Mockito, Postman, Swagger, Cucumber;
• Other: Apache POI library, OAuth2 concepts, Guidewire.
• Knowledge of Agile (Scrum, Sprint), Waterfall and hybrid methodologies, with the ability to adapt to client practices;
• Adaptability, team spirit, and a solution-oriented mindset;
• Strong leadership, initiative, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Extra edge: Industry experience in insurance, financial services, or other business sectors;
• Experience in consulting services.
• Language skills: French: Proficient, English: Proficient.

Tech Stack

• Angular
• Apache
• AWS
• Azure
• Cloud
• Flux
• Google Cloud Platform
• Gradle
• Guidewire
• Java
• Jenkins
• JUnit
• Kafka
• Kubernetes
• Maven
• Mockito
• NoSQL
• Oracle
• React
• SOAP
• Spring
• Spring Boot
• SpringBoot
• SQL
• Terraform

Benefits

• Balance that works for you: Work-life balance helps us stay at our best. With flexible work options and our Unlimited Vacation Plan, you can rest and recharge when you need it most.
• Support for your well-being: Our benefits are designed with optimal health and wellness in mind. You’ll have access to 24/7 virtual healthcare, as well as an extensive wellness portal that provides tools and resources to support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being.
• Continuous growth and learning: Through partnerships with world-renowned education leaders, we provide access to thousands of top-rated online courses and certifications. With exclusive leadership programs and a tuition reimbursement program for external training, we set you up to achieve your ambitions.
• Ownership with opportunity: Through our Employee Share Purchase Plan with matched contributions, you become a shareholder, directly benefiting from our collective achievements.
• Equal employment opportunity: Alithya is committed to providing an inclusive workplace through the implementation of an equal employment opportunity program. We encourage women, Indigenous peoples, visible and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply.
• An inclusive path to success: Fostering an environment where you can thrive starts with ensuring an accessible recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to contact us. For more information, please visit our accessibility page: https://www.alithya.com/en/accessibility.