Senior Java Software Engineer (Spring Boot, SQL Server)

Senior Java Software Engineer (Spring Boot, SQL Server): On behalf of our Automotive client, Procom is searching for a Senior Java Software Engineer for a 12-month role. This position is a hybrid position with 4 days onsite at our client’s Waterloo, ON office. Senior Java Software Engineer (Spring Boot, SQL Server) - Job Description: Our client, a global leader in the automotive space, is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their engineering team in Waterloo. You will be involved across the full software development lifecycle, from architecture and design through coding, testing, and deployment, building high-volume services that meet real customer needs. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys solving complex problems and working closely with cross-functional partners. Senior Java Software Engineer (Spring Boot, SQL Server) - Responsibilities: • Engage with customers and stakeholders to understand use cases, pain points, and requirements, and advocate for user-centric solutions • Design, develop, and deliver software using a range of tools, languages, frameworks, and methodologies, including agile • Assess requirements and determine the right technology stack, integration approach, and deployment strategy • Create high-level architecture designs outlining the structure, components, and interfaces of applications • Develop and maintain back-end applications, including REST APIs and microservices, using server-side languages • Build user-friendly, interactive front-end interfaces • Define and implement software testing strategy, guidelines, and processes in line with industry best practices Senior Java Software Engineer (Spring Boot, SQL Server) - Mandatory Skills: • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field • 8+ years of software development experience (Java, C# or similar) • Strong Java skills with a solid understanding of object-oriented principles and design • 8+ years of experience with relational databases, including SQL Server • Strong SQL skills, including writing queries, optimizing slow-performing queries, relational database design, and indexing strategies • Hands-on experience developing Spring Boot REST APIs that handle high call volume • Experience with front-end development (JavaScript, HTML, etc.) Senior Java Software Engineer (Spring Boot, SQL Server) – Nice-to-Have Skills: • Experience with Java microservices • Experience with the ELK stack, particularly Elasticsearch and Logstash • Experience with OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker, and similar technologies • Experience with public cloud platforms such as GCP, Azure, or AWS • Embedded development experience, including GDB Senior Java Software Engineer (Spring Boot, SQL Server) – Assignment Length: This is a 12-month contract position. Senior Java Software Engineer (Spring Boot, SQL Server) - Start Date: ASAP. Senior Java Software Engineer (Spring Boot, SQL Server) - Assignment Location: Waterloo, ON, Hybrid, 4 days per week onsite.