Senior Software Developer

About Us: Propel (TSX: PRL) is the fintech company building a new world of financial opportunity by facilitating access to credit for consumers underserved by traditional financial institutions. Through its AI-driven platform, Propel evaluates customers in a more comprehensive way than traditional credit scores can. Our revolutionary fintech platform has already helped consumers access over one million loans and lines of credit and over one billion dollars in credit. To build a new world of opportunity we bring together the brightest talent to help us build opportunities. We are entrepreneurs and believe in measuring success through results and growing within; talent and hard work never goes unnoticed. At Propel, we are here to change the way employees, customers and shareholders succeed together. We are a team of passionate entrepreneurs, who foster curiosity and growth in our employees. Our culture is why we have been so successful and why our employees choose Propel to build their careers. It is also why we are one of North America’s fastest growing companies and a Best Place to Work. Join us as we change the way employees, customers and shareholders succeed together. About You: You thrive in a vibrant, entrepreneurial organization where your ideas are valued. You are motivated by goals, a self-starter, and enjoy wearing multiple hats in a fast-growing fintech environment. This role involves key responsibilities aligned with our core values at Propel (Excellence, Respect, Urgency, Integrity and Extra Ordinary Service). If you believe you embody these values and possess the necessary technical skill set, we would love to hear from you. Responsibilities Design and develop scalable, robust and reliable applications using Object Oriented Programming languages (Java)Write efficient, clean and maintainable codeContinuously improving the quality of software through reviews, testing and refactoringStay current with industry trendsActively participate in meetings, offer insights and feedback while considering diverse perspectivesCollaborate with cross functional teams in a respectful and constructive mannerCommunicate clearly with cross functional team, while balancing technical details with business needsTake ownership of end-to-end projects and drive it to completion in a timely mannerRespond quickly to critical issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruptionManage and prioritize tasks and multiple projects effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environmentTake accountability for the quality of your work and actionsAddress challenges proactively and honestlyDemonstrate high standards of honesty and transparency in all interactions and actionsAdhere to ethical guidelines and ensure the security, privacy and compliance of our software solutionsDemonstrate customer first mindset with any interactions or delivery of quality softwareDeliver exceptional software that exceeds user expectations and drives business valueProactively address any software issues and resolve quickly and effectively Requirements 12+ years of work experience as a developer (Java) or any similar roleComputer science and math enthusiastExperience developing enterprise level financial applicationsHands-on experience in leading/mentoring junior developersExperience with Spring Boot + Hibernate/JPA + RESTHands on experience with SQL (Oracle, MySQL, Postgres, etc.)Knowledge of Amazon Web Service (AWS), Docker, Kubernetes, and ReactStrong problem-solving and debugging skillsExperience/Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and workflowsAny hands-on experience building full-stack applications using React (nice to have)Experience using generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot) is an assetAbility to integrate or adopt AI tools in day-to-day tasks Benefits To Joining Propel Growth and opportunity – we pride ourselves on promoting from withinIncredible company cultureCompetitive salary and health benefitsComprehensive vacation packageGroup health and dental benefitsGroup RRSP programSupport for new parentsDiverse and inclusive workplace Salary Range $110,000 – $140,000 Final compensation is determined by market conditions, location, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and education. This role may also be eligible for performance-based incentive programs and total compensation may include variable incentives, such as bonuses and commissions. This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization. Our Culture Propel brings together the brightest talent to build opportunities. We are entrepreneurs who measure success through results and growth from within; talent and hard work never go unnoticed. Our team fosters curiosity and growth, making Propel one of North America’s fastest-growing companies and a Best Place to Work. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion Propel welcomes and encourages applications from all groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and those with intersectional identities. Should you require accommodation throughout any stage of the recruitment and selection process, please specify your requirements when submitting your application and we will work with you to meet your needs. AI Disclosure We use AI to assist in reviewing applications and assessing candidates. These tools support our recruitment team, however, all hiring decisions are made by our trained hiring managers and recruitment professionals, not AI.