Intermediate Full-Stack Java Developer

In the mid-1980s, WinAir’s founders, Bert and Helen Vergeer, recognized the inefficiencies in aviation maintenance, which relied heavily on paper-based processes. Their vision led to the development of AV-BASE, one of the first digital aviation record-keeping and inventory management systems. Today, WinAir is a fully browser-based solution, used in more than 30 countries. As it celebrates over 35 years in operation, WinAir remains the longest-standing aviation management software provider, continuously innovating to support clients worldwide. With a legacy built on reliability, adaptability, and industry expertise, WinAir continues to shape the future of aviation maintenance management.

Vision Statement

To be the global standard in aviation software—powering safe, efficient, and connected operations through innovation, dependability, and passion.

Mission Statement

We deliver intuitive, reliable aviation software that empowers operators and maintenance teams to work smarter. By combining deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge technology, we streamline operations, ensure compliance, and help our clients keep aircraft flying safely and efficiently.

Our Values

1. Curiosity – A drive to explore, learn, and innovate by asking questions and seeking better solutions.

2. Collaboration – Working together openly and respectfully to achieve shared goals and create stronger outcomes.

3. Dependability – Being reliable, consistent, and accountable in delivering on promises and responsibilities.

4. Efficiency – Maximizing productivity and resources by working smart, staying organized, and reducing waste.

5. Passion – Bringing energy, enthusiasm, and dedication to everything we do, inspiring others through commitment.

Environment & Physical

• Candidate must reside in Ontario, Canada

• Work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

• Be able to work remotely and on-site upon request

• Be able to sit for prolonged periods

Why Work for Us?

We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and a proven track record of success relative to the deliverables of the role. Benefits offered at WinAir include extended healthcare, dental, EAP, RRSP matching program, etc.

We are also proud to offer a flexible work schedule, including "Summer Friday hours" maximizing good work-life balance, different social committee events, and quarterly Town Hall meetings to foster teamwork and a strong, long-lasting work relationship.

Reporting to the Development Manager, the Intermediate Full-Stack Java Developer will be a proactive, enthusiastic team member responsible for contributing to the development, enhancement, and maintenance of Java-based components and React-based interfaces. This role will involve hands-on coding, testing, debugging, and applying analytical skills to create reliable, interconnected, and feature-rich functionality within WinAir web products. The developer will collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams to implement and maintain business and software solutions effectively, while assisting with other duties as assigned to support ongoing product development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams, effectively communicating API concepts and providing documentation for API implementations.

• Participate in the design and development of applications using Java and React to enhance the user experience surrounding WinAir products.

• Write clean, reusable code while adhering to established corporate standards and requirements documentation.

• Actively contribute to product design during team-driven design and scoping sessions.

• Perform code reviews and offer constructive feedback.

• Review requirements documentation and provide feedback to ensure alignment with project goals.

• Assist in identifying and resolving design issues.

• Engage in continuous learning and development to enhance technical skills.

• Provide technical support to junior developers as needed.

• Propose creative solutions to development challenges.

Education & Experience

• Minimum of College Diploma in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent job experience).

• 2-4 years of commercial experience in web application development or software development.

• Experience with partial to full remote operations is an asset.

Skills & Aptitudes

• Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude, Cursor) for code generation, refactoring, test scaffolding, and debugging, with sound judgment about when to rely on generated output and when to write code manually

• Experience managing object-oriented programming/modular programming

• Experience with JavaScript, as well as, Java 25 framework, JSP, JSTL, Vue.js, Tomcat, Ajax, CSS, Struts 2, Hibernate, JDBC, MS SQL Server, Jasper, and iReport

• Experience building modern, component-based front-end interfaces with Reach

• Experience designing and maintaining REST APIs, including API documentation and troubleshooting

• Experience with API security standards and best practices

• Experience in developing and maintaining unit tests for a large, interconnected codebase is preferred

• Experience and understanding of user experience issues, Internet design principles, and accessibility issues and standards

• Experience working in and problem solving in SQL and SQL Server Management Studio

To ensure your application is properly received please apply by visiting https://winair.ca/careers/ and select “apply now” on the appropriate position. In addition to being able to attach a resume you will be provided an opportunity to leave a “message to the hiring team”. Please leave a message so that we know you read the entire job posting. The message can be as simple as “I’ve read the whole job posting”.

Thank you in advance for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require any accommodation at any point of recruitment process, please let us know.