Java Backend Engineer

Java Backend Engineer

Category:
Software Development/ Engineering

Main location:
United States, North Carolina, Durham

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Employment Type:

Full Time

U.S.

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Join our CGI agile team as a Mid-Level Java Back-End Engineer, where you’ll design and develop scalable, mission-critical platforms using modern technologies like Java, Spring Boot, microservices, Kafka and CI/CD automation—while collaborating with Dev Ops and engineering peers to drive innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

This is a Full Time Employment opportunity based in Durham, NC., currently in a Hybrid working model.

• Design and develop multi-layered backend systems using Java 17, Spring Boot, and PL/SQL
• Build RESTful APIs and microservices with a focus on scalability, performance, using KAFKA
• Optimize database schemas, stored procedures, and transactional SQL (Oracle/DB2)
• Drive CI/CD automation using Jenkins, Git, and uDeploy
• Collaborate with Dev Ops teams to implement monitoring, resiliency, and release pipelines
• Perform code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure delivery quality
• Resolve cross-technology roadblocks and contribute to process improvements that enhance team velocity

• 6+ years of backend programming experience with Java, including Java 17, Spring, and Spring Boot
• Deep expertise in Rest API design, microservices architecture, and Kafka
• Strong command of Oracle or DB2, PL/SQL, and transactional SQL
• Hands‑on experience with Git branching strategies, Jenkins, Sonar, and deployment automation (Docker/Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with Cloud Concepts required
• Agile mindset with a focus on quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills

• Experience in financial services or asset management domains
• Exposure to Front End Technologies including:
  Angular, Vue.js

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 $79,600.00 - $.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

• 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

• Database Design
• Java
• Kubernetes
• Spring
• SQL
• Atlassian Confluence
• Jira

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

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.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

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