Java Developer - Senior / Intermediate

Java Developer - Senior / Intermediate

Position Description
We are Canada's largest independent information technology services firm, and after 45 years, we're still growing.

Join CGI as a Java Developer - Senior / Intermediate within our Banking Services Division. In this role, you will design, develop, and deliver modern microservices-based applications supporting mission-critical banking platforms. As a senior individual contributor, you will work closely with solution architects, business stakeholders, and cross-functional Agile teams to build scalable, high-performing APIs and event-driven applications using Spring Boot and Kafka.

Work Model: Hybrid. This role requires working from the CGI Downtown Toronto office and/or the client office, a minimum of 3 days per week, subject to change.

Your future duties and responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade microservices using Spring Boot.
• Develop new RESTful APIs and backend services to support business and integration requirements.
• Build scalable, event-driven applications using Apache Kafka for messaging and integration.
• Collaborate with solution architects, developers, QA, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, deployment, and production support.
• Develop clean, maintainable, and reusable code following industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues while optimizing application performance.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support CI/CD deployment activities and Agile delivery processes.
• Work independently as a senior technical contributor while mentoring junior developers when required.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role
• Minimum 10 or 5 years of experience developing enterprise Java applications.
• Proven experience working as an individual contributor on the development of new microservices.
• Strong hands-on experience developing applications using Spring Boot.
• Minimum 5 years of experience designing and developing REST APIs.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience integrating applications using Apache Kafka.
• Strong knowledge of Java, object-oriented programming, and backend application development.
• Experience building scalable, secure, and high-performing distributed applications.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Nice to have
• Experience within banking or financial services environments.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes/OpenShift.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and source control tools such as Git.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience with relational databases and SQL.

**CGI is providing a reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role. The determination of this range includes factors such as skill set level, geographic market, experience and training, and licenses and certifications. Compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $80,000–$130,000. This role is an existing vacancy.

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You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

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