Staff Java Engineer (Backend)

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Toronto, ON, CAN
Hybrid
118K-152K Annually
Expert/Leader
Fintech • Professional Services • Consulting • Energy • Financial Services • Cybersecurity • Generative AI
Be Yourself at Work, Make a Difference, and Act with Integrity are our values at Capco.
The Role
Lead design and implementation of cloud-native, scalable backend systems for banking using Java/Spring Boot, microservices, APIs and event-driven architectures. Drive modernization to cloud platforms, CI/CD, containerization, Kubernetes, DevSecOps, observability and automated testing. Remain hands-on with coding and architecture, mentor engineers, influence technical strategy, and promote AI-assisted engineering practices.
Summary Generated by Built In

Shape the future of banking by modernizing enterprise platforms and building cloud-native solutions that deliver real business impact.

The Role

We're looking for a Staff Java Engineer who combines deep technical expertise with a passion for engineering excellence. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll help modernize large-scale banking platforms, influence engineering strategy, and mentor teams while remaining actively involved in software development.

You'll partner with architects, product owners, and engineering teams to design and deliver resilient, scalable backend solutions using modern Java technologies, cloud platforms, and engineering best practices. You'll be a technical leader who raises the engineering bar through collaboration, coaching, and continuous improvement.

Why This Role Is Open

We are currently hiring for this role due to an existing vacancy within our organization. This position is open as part of our ongoing business needs, and we are actively reviewing applications to fill this role with a qualified candidate who can make an immediate impact.

What You'll Do

  • Design and build scalable backend applications using Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, APIs and event-driven architectures for enterprise banking platforms.
  • Lead modernization initiatives, helping clients migrate legacy applications to cloud-native architectures while promoting engineering best practices.
  • Champion engineering excellence by driving CI/CD, automated testing, DevSecOps, observability, and high-quality software delivery.
  • Remain hands-on with coding, architecture, technical design reviews, and solving complex engineering challenges across multiple delivery teams.
  • Mentor and coach engineers while influencing technical direction, fostering innovation, and encouraging the practical adoption of AI-assisted engineering capabilities.

What We're Looking For

  • 10+ years of software engineering experience with expert-level Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, distributed systems, and modern backend development.
  • Strong experience modernizing enterprise applications within financial services, ideally banking or payments, with exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization, Kubernetes, infrastructure automation, testing frameworks, and quality engineering practices.
  • Proven ability to lead through technical influence, mentor engineering teams, communicate architectural decisions, and collaborate with business and technology stakeholders.
  • Curiosity around emerging technologies, including AI-enabled software development, with a practical mindset for improving developer productivity and software quality.

Bonus Points For

  • Experience with domain-driven design, event streaming technologies (Kafka), or reactive architectures.
  • Knowledge of security, resilience, and regulatory considerations within banking environments.
  • Experience consulting with enterprise clients and leading engineering transformation initiatives.
  • Contributions to open-source projects, engineering communities, or technical publications.
  • Professional certifications in cloud platforms, Kubernetes, or software architecture.

Why Join Capco

  • Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions.
  • Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture.
  • Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications.
  • Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services.
  • Help shape the future of digital transformation across Banking & Payments.

Benefits

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

  • Comprehensive Benefits Coverage – 100% company-paid health, life, and disability insurance effective from Day 1 of employment.
  • Retirement Savings Program – RRSP with the option of receiving matching employer contributions.
  • Wellbeing Support – Virtual Health Care, Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), wellness reimbursement, and enhanced parental leave from Day 1.
  • Career Development – Business Coach from Day 1, continuous learning opportunities, certifications, and technical development.
  • Additional Benefits – New Parent Gift and a range of programs supporting your health, family, and long-term career growth.

Inclusion at Capco

We're committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know—we'll be happy to help. We value each person's unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration—a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Talent Acquisition

At Capco, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support and enhance several parts of talent acquisition. This includes using AI-enabled features within LinkedIn to help source potential candidates, speeding up routine recruitment communications such as emails and creating compelling and brand-aligned job postings that accurately reflect role requirements, and AI-scheduling applications to improve the efficiency of interview coordination.

AI is used as a support tool only. All hiring decisions are made by talent acquisition and hiring teams.


Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position is listed below. Additionally, this position may also be eligible to receive an annual discretionary/variable bonus payment.


Capco is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to our people. Our compensation policies and salary ranges are designed to allow our people to progress through the salary range as they demonstrate strong performance and develop in their role over time. The base pay offered to selected candidates will be within the salary range and the placement will vary based upon a variety of factors, including, but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity.                                                                                                   

Canada Pay Transparency
$118,000$152,000 CAD

Skills Required

  • 10+ years of software engineering experience
  • Expert-level Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, and distributed systems
  • Experience modernizing enterprise applications in financial services (banking or payments) and exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization, Kubernetes, infrastructure automation, testing frameworks, and quality engineering practices
  • Proven ability to lead through technical influence, mentor engineering teams, communicate architectural decisions, and collaborate with stakeholders
  • Curiosity and practical experience or interest in AI-enabled software development and AI-assisted engineering capabilities
  • Experience with domain-driven design
  • Experience with event streaming technologies (Kafka) or reactive architectures
  • Knowledge of security, resilience, and regulatory considerations within banking environments
  • Experience consulting with enterprise clients and leading engineering transformation initiatives
  • Contributions to open-source projects, engineering communities, or technical publications
  • Professional certifications in cloud platforms, Kubernetes, or software architecture

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Capco Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Health, dental, and vision coverage are described as solid with low copays and a good variety of choices, complemented by mental‑health resources, an EAP, and wellbeing events. Company materials emphasize global availability of these supports.
  • Parental & Family Support Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave are highlighted, with several months of maternity leave noted in the U.S. in some accounts. Additional paid leave is called out for life events such as pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits A global wellbeing program, coaching/mentoring, mental‑health initiatives, and wellness reimbursements (e.g., gym, fitness) are positioned as core parts of the offering. Flexible working is emphasized alongside regionally tailored wellbeing events.

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The Company
HQ: London
6,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1998

What We Do

Capco, a Wipro company, is a global management and technology consultancy specializing in driving transformation in the energy and financial services industries. Capco operates at the intersection of business and technology by combining innovative thinking with unrivalled industry knowledge to fast-track digital initiatives for banking and payments, capital markets, wealth and asset management, insurance, and the energy sector. Capco’s cutting edge ingenuity is brought to life through its award-winning Be Yourself At Work culture and diverse talent. TRUSTED ADVISORS - Our collaborative and entrepreneurial approach position us as trusted long-term partners to our clients. DEEP EXPERTISE - Clients look to us for clear guidance, proven expertise, and the support they need to set their companies up for success. DISRUPTIVE SOLUTIONS- We do not provide off -the-shelf answers to clients’ challenges. Instead, we work in close collaboration to understand the issues, and craft disruptive, bespoke solutions. ACCOUNTABILITY AND OWNERSHIP - We recognize every client has distinct needs and expectations, and we take ownership and accountability for the solutions we design, build, and deliver.

Why Work With Us

We support and encourage an inclusive culture, entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. Capco is not about organizational charts and rigid hierarchies – we want all employees to feel that Capco is their firm to own and run. We believe diversity powers innovation. Be Yourself At Work (#BYAW) is an integral and underlying part of our culture

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