Java Backend Developer

ABOUT US

Localcoin, founded in 2017 with headquarters in Toronto, is on a mission to simplify the process and experience of buying or selling digital currencies globally. We envision bringing digital currency to the mainstream financial market through partnerships with leading corporate and franchised retail spaces. With terminals across Canada and Australia, Localcoin is now the largest Bitcoin ATM provider in Canada 

At its core, Localcoin believes that everyone should be able to own cryptocurrency and have a deep understanding of blockchain technology. As a member of our rapidly growing team, you'll join a talented, dynamic group of team members who will encourage you to learn, grow and thrive in your career every step of the way. 

If you're a self-starter looking to hone your skills in a startup environment that fosters innovation, transparency and team connectivity, we look forward to hearing from you!

THE ROLE

Localcoin seeks to inspire the future of digital currency globally as the largest bitcoin ATM network in Canada. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about learning new technologies to join our growing Engineering team as our Java Back End Developer. 

As a Java Back-End Developer at Localcoin, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining functional and stable back end applications for our company, ensuring system consistency and availability. Working alongside the Engineering team, you should have an unyielding desire to learn and broaden your horizon along with contributing towards daily deliverables. You should be a team player, familiar with the Agile framework of delivery.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Work with our cryptocurrency ATM backend server which connects over 200 machines to the network
• Create and improve & maintain high availability systems for cryptocurrency ATM network and online products such as: Know Your Client (KYC) identification verification software and transaction monitoring systems
• Add software integrations with various Blockchain based networks & providers
• Implement new features on the cryptocurrency ATM network such as: new cryptocurrency offerings, marketing campaign, user experience features and more
• Make data available from specific internal system to client systems through distributed cloud environment

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ years in backend development and strong knowledge in Java 8 along with Maven or Gradle.
• In-depth experience with Spring framework, including Spring - Boot, JPA, MVC and Spring Security for building RESTful services.
• Experience with functional testing, unit testing, code coverage and static code analysis tools such as Sonar.
• Experience with BDD and related tools.
• Strong proficiency in SQL. DDL, DML, relational database design and indexing in any well known SQL databases such as MySQL, Postgres, Oracle DB, MSSQL
• Proficient in Git flow, Maven, NGINX and Docker.

THIS IS NICE (Preferred Skills) 

• Experience with any CI/CD platforms on the cloud
• Expertise on Linux platforms and shell commands
• Good understanding of cloud environments like AWS/GPC
• Good understanding of Cloudflare platform
• Expertise using Swagger and/or Postman tools
• Experience on NodeJS and NPM management as well
• Experience with AngularJS/Angular
• Expertise on Python scripting
• Good understanding about asymmetric/symmetric encryption with OpenSSL
• Good understanding about database-migration tools such as Flyway
• Experience with manual automation tools such as Integromat

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT US

• Competitive Salary
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Hybrid & Flexible Office Environment 
• Professional Development
• Standups, Demos and Monthly Socials to keep us aligned and connected
• And so much more!

 
Localcoin is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive and diverse we are, the more our work will improve. If you're determined and great at what you do, come as you are.

If you require accommodation at any stage throughout the recruitment process, please notify your talent team or send an email to [email protected].