Software Engineer(Java/Kotlin)

Epitec, Inc

Ottawa, ON

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60–$75 Per Hour
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Android, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Design, Architectural Services, Best Practices, C++ Programming Language, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Cryptography, Customer/Client Research, Ecosystems, Emerging Technology, High Level Architecture (HLA), Interoperability, Java, Kotlin, Microservices, Model View ViewModel (MVVM), Performance Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Regulations, Requirements Management, Server Programming/Applications, Software Architecture Design, Software Engineering, Software Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Test Strategy, Use Cases
LOCATION
Ottawa, ON
POSTED
2 days ago
Job Title :-Software Engineer(Java/Kotlin)
Location :-KANATA,ON,K2V 1C6
Duration :12+ Months Contract(With Possibility of extension)
***HYBRID / 4 days per week in the office***
Pay Rate Range : $60-75 /hr


Key Responsibilities:
1. Engage with customers to deeply understand their use-cases, pain points, and requirements, showcasing empathy and advocating for user-centric software solutions
2. Solve complex problems by designing, developing, and delivering using various tools, languages, frameworks, methodologies (like agile) and technologies
3. Assess the requirements of the software application or service and determine the most suitable technology stack, integration method, deployment strategy, etc.
4. Create high-level software architecture designs that outline the overall structure, components, and interfaces of the application
5. Collaborate with cross functional teams like product owners, designers, architects etc.
6. Define and implement software test strategy, guidelines, policies and processes in line with organization vision, industry regulations and market best practices.
7. Work on continuously improving performance and optimizing the application and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency
8. Familiar with programming practices, such as test-driven development, continuous integration, and continuous delivery
9. Support security practices to safeguard user data including encryption and anonymization.
10. Create user-friendly and interactive interfaces
11. Develop and maintain back-end applications like APIs and microservices using server-side languages
12. Evaluate and incorporate emerging technologies and capabilities to deliver their solutions, and are monitoring and participating in solutions for new stack layers, often involving industry collaboration
Skills Required:
Kotlin - Fully leverages the modern Kotlin ecosystem to write type-safe, idiomatic code rather than treating the language as 'cleaner Java.' Confidently manages asynchronous architecture using Coroutines and Flows (SharedFlow/StateFlow) and naturally utilizes advanced language features like sealed classes and scope functions, Clean Code Architecture practices, command over jetpack compose components and MVVM architectural pattern.
Skills Preferred:
Java - Familiarity with modern Java and a solid grasp of Java-Kotlin interoperability, ensuring a smooth workflow when maintaining legacy Android codebases (e.g., older Activities, Services, or custom View groups). Should be comfortable bridging Java components with new Kotlin features, handling nullable annotations, and migrating legacy code to modern Kotlin standards where needed.
C++ - Basic comfort with modern C++ to read, maintain, or interface with low-level native libraries and HALs (Hardware Abstraction Layers). Ideally understands how to define and use Stable AIDL interfaces to handle safe, structured communication between native hardware layers and upper-level Kotlin/Java system services.
Experience Required:
Engineer 3 Exp: Prac. In 2 coding lang. or adv. Prac. in 1 lang. 6+ years in IT; 4+ years in development

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About the Company

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Epitec, Inc

Epitec is a leading staffing and recruiting services company with a mission to make staffing personal. We go beyond traditional hiring by truly understanding our candidates and matching them with the perfect opportunities. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, and support throughout the entire process. Working with top Fortune 500 companies, we are recognized for our excellence with numerous awards, including Best & Brightest and diversity recognitions. At Epitec, we're redefining the future of employment. 

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1978
WEBSITE
https://epitec.com/