Software Engineer - Backend

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.
We are looking for a collaborative and resourceful Software Engineer - Backend. You are dedicated, naturally inquisitive and are comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
This role will be part of and a member of our Software Engineering Group, you will be responsible for analysis, design and implementation in high-performing, experienced team. You'll be required to apply your depth of knowledge and expertise to all many areas including requirements, infrastructure, and DevOps.
We embrace a culture challenging the status quo and constantly look to efficiently simplify processes, technology, and workflow.
This position reports to the AVP - Software Engineering.
What You’ll Do

• Provide outstanding technical support to client services to determine resolutions for client issues.
• Experience with DevOps and Cloud and is a bonus
• Review and build system, software, and functional design specifications efficiently.
• Develop and review software requirements, build design documents, write programs, and package, test, configure, and deploy software.
• Design, code, and maintain web applications with a focus on high product availability, optimum performance, and security.
• Participate in relevant aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including planning, constructions, testing, reviews, and demonstrations.
• Efficiently perform debugging and unit testing of code before turning it over to Quality Assurance (QA).
• Work collaboratively with clients, product managers, analysts, architects, and engineers to plan, design, develop, test, and implement information technology solutions in a resourceful manner.

What You’ll Bring

• Ability to efficiently read code in other languages and reverse engineer products
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of Core Java and Spring Boot
• University degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science
• 5+ years in a backend development role, 2+ years in a senior position.
• Insurance knowledge an asset-Ability to foundationally understand complex business process driving technical systems
• Knowledgeable with database systems such as Oracle and Mongo.
• Familiar with the Agile software development
• Outstanding experience with REST API and web services
• Experience with Application Program Interfaces (APIs), Messaging

What You’ll Get

• We’ll support your professional development education.
• Exceptional Career Development opportunities.
• Competitive rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

Additional Information: Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.