Application Developer (Java/ISAM)

Application Deadline

03/30/2026Address:

33 Dundas Street WestJob Family Group:

TechnologyHybrid role (2 days/week in office)

Drives the overall software development lifecycle including working across functional teams to transform requirements into features, managing development teams and processes, and conducting software testing and maintenance. Specific project areas of focus includes translating user requirements into technical specifications, writing code and managing the preparation of design specifications. Supports system design, provides advice on security requirements and debugs business systems and service applications.

Applies deep knowledge of algorithms, data structures and programming languages to develop high quality technology applications and services - including tools, standards, and relevant software platforms based on business requirements.

• Translates user needs into technical specifications by understanding, conceptualizing, and facilitating technical requirements from user.​
• Analyzes, develops, tests, and implements new software programs, and documentation of entire software development life cycle execution.
• Performs preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting and fault rectification of system and core software components​.
• Ensures that code/configurations adhere to the security, logging, error handling, and performance standards and non-functional requirements.​
• Evaluates new technologies for fit with the program/system/eco-system and the associated upstream and downstream impacts on process, data, and risk.
• Follows release management processes and standards, and applies version controls. ​
• Assists in interpreting and documentation of client requirements.​
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

Foundational level of proficiency

• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Creative thinking.
• Building and managing relationships.
• Typically between 4 - 6 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Intermediate level of proficiency:

• Strong proficiency in Java (8/11/17+), object-oriented programming, and design patterns
• Good understanding of application security and performance tuning
• Solid understanding of Database technologies for designing and performance tuning, including SQL and No-SQL.
• Hands-on with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
• Experience with Ansible for automation
• Experience with RESTful API development
• Experience with SQL and relational databases (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL)
• Experience with Maven or Gradle build tools
• Experience with monitoring, logging, and tracing (Dynatrace, ELK, CloudWatch)
• Security best practices for application development
• Scripting and automation (Python, Bash, TypeScript)
• Unit testing frameworks (JUnit)

Salary:

$61,600.00 - $113,900.00Pay Type:

SalariedThe above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: