Sr. Java Backend Engineer

CGI

$80K — $194K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of Java/J2EE development experience, with deep expertise in Spring Boot and microservices.
  • Experience in designing and developing RESTful APIs and multi-layered enterprise applications.
  • Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerization/orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Proficient in CI/CD tools and practices, including GitHub and Jenkins.
  • Solid understanding of relational databases (DB2, Oracle) and ORM frameworks (Hibernate, JPA).
  • Experience with complex technical challenges in distributed systems and hybrid cloud environments.
  • Collaborative mindset with a focus on mentoring and team development.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build scalable solutions in alignment with enterprise technology standards.
  • Lead technical design discussions to influence performance and maintainability of applications.
  • Collaborate with teams to translate business needs into software solutions.
  • Mentor developers through code reviews and best practices in testing and continuous improvement.
  • Work with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
  • Drive process optimization and enhance delivery velocity using agile practices.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation from day one of employment.
  • Comprehensive insurance options.
  • 401(k) matching contributions and share purchase plan.
  • Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance.
  • Wellness and well-being programs.
Full Job Description
Sr. Java Backend Engineer

Category: Software Development/ Engineering

Main location: United States, Texas, Dallas

Position ID:J0626-1615

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description:

CGI is seeking a Sr. Java Back-End Engineer for the design and delivery of scalable, cloud-native solutions within a high-impact investment operations domain. This is a hands-on role where you'll collaborate with product owners, architects, and developers to shape technical strategy, drive innovation, and deliver enterprise-grade systems that power critical financial workflows

This is a Full-Time On-Site Employment Opportunity based near Dallas, TX.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

. Design and build robust, scalable solutions aligned with enterprise technology standards and cloud-first strategies.
. Lead technical design discussions and contribute to architectural and design decisions that drive performance, resiliency, and maintainability.
. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex business needs into elegant, high-performing software solutions.
. Guide and mentor developers, ensuring engineering excellence through code reviews, testing best practices, and continuous improvement.
. Partner with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines, observability, and deployment automation.
. Contribute to process optimization and delivery velocity through agile practices and engineering leadership

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

. 10+ years of hands-on experience in Java/J2EE development with deep expertise in Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
. Proven experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and multi-layered enterprise applications.
. Strong command of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
. Proficiency with CI/CD tools and practices (GitHub, Jenkins, uDeploy, Git strategies).
. Solid understanding of relational databases (DB2, Oracle), SQL, and ORM frameworks (Hibernate, JPA).
. Experience resolving complex technical challenges across distributed systems and hybrid cloud environments.
. A collaborative mindset with a passion for mentoring and elevating engineering teams.

Good to have:
. Experience in financial services, especially investment operations, NAV, or fund accounting systems.
. Familiarity with alternative investments (e.g., derivatives, private equity, liquid alts).
. Exposure to tools like SonarQube, ServiceNow, and HP Operations Orchestration.
. Agile delivery experience and a track record of driving process improvements.

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
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Other Information:
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $80,600.00 - $194,000.00.

CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
.Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well-being programs

Skills:
  • Database Design
  • Java
  • Kubernetes
  • Oracle PL/SQL
  • Spring
  • SQL
  • Atlassian Confluence
  • Jira


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