Java Swing Developer

Post Date

Apr 22, 2026

Location

Montreal,
Quebec

ZIP/Postal Code

H3B 3
Canada
Jun 23, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

TOR-dd53e634-4f28-4407-9912-02cbc17ffc82

Pay Rate

$68 - $85 (hourly estimate)

Who Can Apply

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an expert Senior Java GUI Developer with over 5 years of experience in designing, developing, and modernizing complex desktop applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with legacy Swing, modern JavaFX, and advanced 3rd party grid components (JIDE/similar). You will lead the migration of legacy applications to modern Java standards, implement automated testing, and use AI-powered coding assistants to improve efficiency. The ideal candidate will be located in Montreal or Toronto.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

Languages: Strong Java (8, 11) proficiency.
GUI Frameworks: Deep experience Java Swing, Java FX (table view or gridpane) and/or advanced data grid swing libraries (ex. JIDE).
Strong skills in JUnit, Mockito, and TestFX.
Migration Experience: Proven ability to upgrade legacy applications (e.g., Java 8 to 17).
Version Control: Git.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

AI Tools: Experience with AI-powered coding assistants (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Jetbrains).
Expertise in Maven and Gradle.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.