We are seeking a highly accomplished Senior Cloud Development and Administration Specialist for an enterprise-level contract opportunity based in Toronto. In this role, you will take on a premier technical capacity within the cloud development, microservices architecture, and DevOps automation streams, specializing in full-stack Java/Angular web application development, cloud migration strategies, and modern GenAI-assisted software engineering. As a principal technical specialist, you will bridge the gap between application architecture standards, security requirements, and scalable cloud deployments. Operating within an Agile framework, you will design fault-tolerant microservices, administer CI/CD build environments, champion GitHub Copilot integration, and drive DevOps best practices. This role demands a seasoned full-stack engineer who can independently model data, write unit and automated test suites, and mentor development teams in both traditional and AI-assisted engineering practices. Contract Duration: 6 months (with a 6-month optional extension) Modern AI Integration: Direct hands-on integration of GitHub Copilot and GenAI tools into active software development workflows and code reviews. Full-Stack Execution: End-to-end technical scope across microservices (Spring Boot), frontend frameworks (Angular/React), and cloud pipelines. DevOps & Cloud Leadership: Direct influence over Jenkins build environments, CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and cloud migration strategies. Collaborative Mentorship: Prospect to coach team members, drive retrospectives, and shape future-state software development processes. Design, develop, and document full-stack solutions and technical components to meet changing business needs and integrate GenAI tools where applicable.



Ensure application components align with corporate architecture standards, performance benchmarks, security guidelines, and scalability goals. Perform relational data modeling, design data access logic, and optimize database queries using SQL, PL/SQL, and Oracle databases. Participate in daily Agile SCRUM ceremonies, update JIRA tasks, and refine user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical test scenarios. Maintain Jenkins build environments, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps tooling (including SonarQube quality gates). Develop frontend, server-side, and data-access code using Java, Angular/React, TypeScript, and REST APIs. Write and execute unit tests and automated test suites using frameworks like Jest and Selenium. Conduct peer code and documentation reviews, ensuring high software quality and alignment with security standards. Mentor and coach development team members in both traditional engineering and GenAI-assisted development practices. Core Technical & Engineering Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience). Mission‑Critical Java

Experience:
8+ years of progressive experience developing mission-critical Java web applications. Frontend Framework Proficiency: 3+ years of hands-on frontend development experience using Angular or React alongside TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.



Practical experience integrating GenAI tools and GitHub Copilot into active development workflows, including codebase customization and pair programming. Database & Data Modeling: Strong background in data modeling and relational database development using SQL, PL/SQL, and Oracle. DevOps & CI/CD Pipelines: Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices using Git, Jenkins, and automated build pipelines. Test Automation & Security: Proficiency in test automation frameworks (Jest, Selenium) and solid understanding of software security best practices and performance optimization. Technical Capabilities Languages & Frameworks: Java, Spring Boot, JPA, REST API, Angular, React, TypeScript, Node.js AI & Cloud Tooling: GitHub Copilot, GenAI, AWS or Azure Databases & Middleware: SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle, Tomcat, Linux Testing & DevOps: DevOps, CI/CD, Jenkins, Git, SonarQube, Jest, Selenium As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community. Randstad Canada is committed to cr

📌 Senior Cloud Development and Administration Specialist (Toronto)
🏢 randstad canada
📍 Toronto