Job Specifications
About Persistent
We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what's next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.
Our disruptor's mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We have delivered 21 sequential quarters of growth with $389.7M in Q1 FY26 revenue, up 3.9% Q-o-Q and 18.8% Y-o-Y growth. Our 25,000+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been named the fastest-growing Indian IT services brand in the "Brand Finance India 100" 2025 report. We were also cited as a Leader in the ISG Provider Lens(tm) 2025 for Digital Engineering Services 2025 and the Everest Group Talent Readiness for Next-generation Application Services PEAK Matrix(r) Assessment 2025
About Position:
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Java Backend Dev Lead to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in Java and related technologies, along with proven expertise in leading and managing team efforts. As a Java Lead, you will be responsible for driving technical success, providing direction to the development team, and ensuring seamless offshore-onshore collaboration for project execution.
Role: Java Backend Dev Lead
Location: Toronto, Canada
Experience: 10+ Years
Job Type: Full Time Employment
What You'll Do:
Lead, manage, and mentor the development team in delivering high-quality software solutions.
Drive key technical decisions, architecture design, and the development of complex Java-based applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements, define timelines, and ensure delivery excellence.
Coordinate and manage effective teamwork between offshore and onshore teams, ensuring clear communication and seamless execution.
Contribute to code reviews, guide best practices, and ensure adherence to coding standards and design patterns.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex problems across the software development lifecycle.
Stay up to date with advancements in technology and industry trends to drive innovation within the team.
Expertise You'll Bring:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in Java development with strong proficiency in frameworks like Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, etc.
Proven leadership experience in managing development teams and driving technical projects.
Experience in offshore-onshore team coordination, with a clear understanding of collaboration challenges and solutions.
Strong expertise in building scalable, robust, and high-performance applications.
Familiarity with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and cloud technologies (AWS/Azure/GCP).
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead a team and interact with stakeholders.
Experience with Agile/Scrum development practices.
Exposure to frontend technologies like Angular or React (nice to have).
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
Annual health check-ups
Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:
Persistent Ltd. is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment
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About the Company
We're a trusted partner in Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization, leveraging deep technical expertise to help clients stay ahead. Our solutions empower clients to outpace competition. Partnering with industry leaders worldwide, including top US companies and banks, we drive innovation across Healthcare and Life Sciences; Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance; Software and Hi-Tech; and Emerging Verticals.
Our innovative approach and client focus led to $1,186.0M revenue in FY24, with 14.5% Y-o-Y growth. With ...
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