Senior Developer (Java / Python / AWS / DevOps)

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, we’ve grown our organization to 16,700 people, across 57 offices, in 22 countries, in key global markets.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Developer (Java / Python / AWS) with a strong software engineering background and hands‑on expertise in cloud technologies, DevOps practices, and deployment automation. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing automation frameworks, creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, supporting cloud‑native application deployments, and troubleshooting production deployment issues.

This role requires a combination of software development, DevOps, and operational support experience. The ideal candidate should be comfortable collaborating with application development teams, infrastructure teams, and security teams to ensure seamless and secure software delivery.

Join a high-performing engineering team responsible for building and automating cloud-native deployment solutions that enable efficient, secure, and scalable application delivery. This role offers the opportunity to work across software development, DevOps, and platform automation, helping application teams accelerate releases while improving reliability and operational excellence. The ideal candidate thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving deployment and infrastructure challenges, and is passionate about automation and continuous improvement.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Mississauga, ON is $110k - $115k/year & benefits (see below).

Key Responsibilities

Software Development & Automation

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications and automation solutions using Java and Python.
• Build reusable frameworks and utilities to streamline software development and deployment processes.
• Develop scripts and automation tools to improve release efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
• Participate in application modernization and cloud migration initiatives.
• Design, deploy, and support applications running on AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Utilize AWS services to build secure, scalable, and highly available cloud-native solutions.
• Ensure adherence to AWS best practices related to performance, resilience, security, and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and architecture teams on cloud platform enhancements.
• Design, build, enhance, and support CI/CD pipelines for application deployment and release management.
• Create deployment workflows using tools such as:
• Jenkins
• GitHub
• Nexus Repository
• Implement automated testing, validation, and release controls within deployment pipelines.
• Monitor pipeline performance and continuously improve deployment efficiency.

Production Support & Troubleshooting

• Investigate and resolve deployment failures across development, QA, staging, and production environments.
• Provide technical guidance and support to application teams during releases.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventive measures to minimize recurring issues.
• Support platform stability and ensure timely resolution of production incidents.

DevOps & Release Management

• Promote DevOps best practices across the software delivery lifecycle.
• Work closely with development, QA, operations, and security teams to improve deployment reliability.
• Implement automated release and rollback strategies.
• Maintain source code repositories, branching strategies, and release governance processes.

Security & Compliance (Optional - Understanding/exposure is good)

• Integrate security controls and vulnerability scanning into CI/CD pipelines.
• Work with security tools such as:
• CrowdStrike
• SonarQube
• Other application security and vulnerability scanning tools
• Assist in remediation of identified vulnerabilities and compliance findings.

Containerization & Infrastructure Automation

• Support containerized application deployments using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Contribute to Infrastructure-as-Code initiatives utilizing Terraform.
• Participate in platform automation and cloud infrastructure provisioning.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in software development and DevOps.
• Experience working in AWS cloud environments.
• Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures and microservices-based applications.
• Hands‑on experience building and supporting CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of DevOps methodologies and software release management processes.
• Experience troubleshooting deployment and environment-related issues.
• Familiarity with source control and version management platforms.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Technical Skills

Programming Languages

• Java
• Python
• Shell Scripting (Bash/PowerShell)
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)

CI/CD & DevOps Tools

• Jenkins
• GitHub
• Nexus Repository

Security & Quality Tools

• SonarQube
• CrowdStrike
• Security and vulnerability scanning tools

Containerization & Orchestration

• Docker

Infrastructure as Code

• Terraform

Source Control

• Git
• GitHub
• BitBucket

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Certified Developer Associate, AWS Solutions Architect Associate, or equivalent AWS certification.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum delivery environments.
• Exposure to enterprise-scale cloud transformation initiatives.
• Good understanding of CICD concepts and understanding

Desired Competencies

• Strong ownership and accountability.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
• Strong communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Continuous learning mindset with a passion for cloud and automation technologies.

It would be great if you also had:

• Detail-oriented, ability to turn deliverables around quickly with a high degree of accuracy
• Strong analytical skills, ability to interpret business requirements and produce functional and technical design documents.
• Good time management skills – Ability to prioritize and multi-task, handling multiple efforts at once.
• Strong desire to understand and learn domain.
• Experience in a financial services/banking industry
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment; to be flexible and learn quickly.
• Ability to multi-task with attention to detail/ prioritize tasks.

We Offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad
• Laptop and a mobile phone
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)
• Maternity & Paternity leave plans
• Flexible hybrid policy
• A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)
• Retirement savings plans
• A higher education certification policy
• Commuter benefits (varies by region)
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms
• A flat and approachable organization
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.