Backend Developer – Java/Python & AI

The Role

What You’ll Do

What We’re Looking For

Bonus Points For

Inclusion at Capco

Qualifications

• Ideally 6+ years of hands-on backend development experience using Java and/or Python, with flexibility for candidates who demonstrate equivalent technical expertise and capabilities.
• Solid understanding of backend architecture, REST APIs, microservices, system integrations and modern software engineering practices.
• Practical experience creating, integrating or automating AI-powered workflows within enterprise applications and business processes, beyond simply using AI coding assistants.
• Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Devin or equivalent platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to manage technical deliverables, solve complex problems, adapt to unfamiliar technology environments and learn new technologies effectively.
• Experience delivering technology solutions within Lending, Structured Finance or Securitization.
• Exposure to Generative AI, AI agents, LLM integration or AI workflow orchestration technologies.
• Experience developing backend applications within banking, capital markets or other regulated financial services environments.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate complex business requirements into reliable, maintainable technical solutions
• Familiarity with enterprise application architectures, distributed systems and integrating AI or automation capabilities into existing technology platforms.
• Inclusion at Capco
• We're committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know—we'll be happy to help. We value each person's unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration—a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.
• Why This Role Is Open We are currently hiring for this role due to an existing or newly created vacancy within our organization. This position is open as part of our ongoing business needs, and we are actively reviewing applications to fill this role with a qualified candidate who can make an immediate impact. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Talent Acquisition At Capco, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support and enhance several parts of talent acquisition. This includes using AI-enabled features within LinkedIn to help source potential candidates, speeding up routine recruitment communications such as emails and creating compelling and brand-aligned job postings that accurately reflect role requirements, and AI-scheduling applications to improve the efficiency of interview coordination. AI is used as a support tool only. All hiring decisions are made by talent acquisition and hiring teams.
• Pay Transparency
• Capco is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to our people. Our compensation policies and salary ranges are designed to allow our people to progress through the salary range as they demonstrate strong performance and develop in their role over time. The base pay offered to selected candidates will be within the salary range and the placement will vary based upon a variety of factors, including, but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity.
• Canada Pay Transparency$92,000—$118,000 CAD

Preferred Qualifications

• Bonus Points For
• The salary range for this position is listed below. Additionally, this position may also be eligible to receive an annual discretionary/variable bonus payment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain scalable backend applications and services using Java and/or Python, applying sound engineering principles and modern architectural practices.
• Build, integrate and enhance AI-powered workflows and automation solutions within existing enterprise applications and business processes.
• Develop REST APIs, backend services and system integrations that connect applications, AI capabilities and business workflows across financial services environments.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Devin or equivalent technologies to support coding, testing, debugging and engineering productivity.
• Manage technical deliverables from design through implementation, collaborating with business and technology stakeholders to solve complex problems, maintain code quality and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Ideally 6+ years of hands-on backend development experience using Java and/or Python, with flexibility for candidates who demonstrate equivalent technical expertise and capabilities.
• Solid understanding of backend architecture, REST APIs, microservices, system integrations and modern software engineering practices.
• Practical experience creating, integrating or automating AI-powered workflows within enterprise applications and business processes, beyond simply using AI coding assistants.
• Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Devin or equivalent platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to manage technical deliverables, solve complex problems, adapt to unfamiliar technology environments and learn new technologies effectively.
• Experience delivering technology solutions within Lending, Structured Finance or Securitization.
• Exposure to Generative AI, AI agents, LLM integration or AI workflow orchestration technologies.
• Experience developing backend applications within banking, capital markets or other regulated financial services environments.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate complex business requirements into reliable, maintainable technical solutions
• Familiarity with enterprise application architectures, distributed systems and integrating AI or automation capabilities into existing technology platforms.
• We're committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know—we'll be happy to help. We value each person's unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration—a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.
• Why This Role Is Open We are currently hiring for this role due to an existing or newly created vacancy within our organization. This position is open as part of our ongoing business needs, and we are actively reviewing applications to fill this role with a qualified candidate who can make an immediate impact. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Talent Acquisition At Capco, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support and enhance several parts of talent acquisition. This includes using AI-enabled features within LinkedIn to help source potential candidates, speeding up routine recruitment communications such as emails and creating compelling and brand-aligned job postings that accurately reflect role requirements, and AI-scheduling applications to improve the efficiency of interview coordination. AI is used as a support tool only. All hiring decisions are made by talent acquisition and hiring teams.
• Pay Transparency
• The salary range for this position is listed below. Additionally, this position may also be eligible to receive an annual discretionary/variable bonus payment.
• Capco is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to our people. Our compensation policies and salary ranges are designed to allow our people to progress through the salary range as they demonstrate strong performance and develop in their role over time. The base pay offered to selected candidates will be within the salary range and the placement will vary based upon a variety of factors, including, but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity.
• Canada Pay Transparency$92,000—$118,000 CAD