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Calian Group

Intermediate Java Developer

On site

Ottawa, Canada

Mid level

Full Time

29-10-2025

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Skills

Java NetBeans GitLab Test Problem-solving Training git Software Development Microservice Maven

Job Specifications

Position Overview

Calian Operational and Training Technologies Solutions (COTTS), formerly SimFront Simulation Systems, is an Ottawa based company, dedicated to the delivery of simulation related products and software development services to the military and defence sector.

Job Description

We are seeking an intermediate Java developer to join our operations and training technology team for a full-time position as an employee. The successful candidate will work closely with senior developers designing, developing, testing, maintaining and deploying Java based applications for use in military training and operations. This position is currently a hybrid position requiring up to three days a week in the office.

Key Responsibilities

Develops and documents requirements.
Develops designs of external interfaces.
Develops high level and low-level software designs.
Contributes to the implementation, integration and test of the software.
Develops and performs tests.
Interacts with customers as directed.
Works as part of a team. Gets help from other team members when necessary. Helps others including mentoring less experienced staff by providing guidance and constructive criticism. Accepts constructive feedback from team members about work output.
Estimates and gives feedback on schedules for assigned tasks.
Performs work under minimal supervision.
Handles medium complexity issues and problems and refers only complex issues to higher-level staff.
Possesses comprehensive knowledge of their technical area.
Takes ownership to ensure their own work robustly meets specified requirements.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Four-year bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field or three-year bachelor's degree or equivalent plus one year of relevant experience, or two-year diploma in computer technology plus two years of relevant experience.
5+ years of experience in Java development.
Located in the Ottawa area or willing to relocate to the Ottawa area.
Core Java expertise.
Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and performance optimization skills.
Excellent oral and written communications skills. The successful Applicant will be required to articulate challenges, designs and propose solutions.
Currently holds or is eligible to hold a Level 2 secret clearance.
Is eligible to handle Canadian Controlled Goods.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing software for military, defense, or emergency services.
Experience with git, Maven, Gitlab.
Experience with NetBeans, IntelliJ.
Active security clearance (Secret or higher).
Experience with Microservice development.

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About the Company

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