Senior Software Developer

Senior Software Developer

CGI is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, senior SW developer to join a high-performing Agile team in designing and building modern, services-based web applications for a large government agency. Our team is using a modern development stack and various open source technologies. You will have the opportunity to help modernize the cloud-based system. Grow your leadership and technical skills with in-demand technologies in a fast-paced environment as part of an exciting, positive team that moves quickly and delivers quality software alongside a passionate customer.

This position is located in our Lafayette, LA or Knoxville, TN office, however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

As a senior full stack developer, you will collaborate with the team in an Agile setting to research best practices, design and develop the application architecture, implement solutions, mentor fellow team members, and test and deploy solutions. Work closely with users, stakeholders, business analysts, and product managers to understand problem statement, functional and non-functional requirements. Participate in daily Scrum ceremonies and conduct sprint demos for stakeholders.

The candidate will be responsible for participating in all phases of an Agile software development lifecycle, including application design/requirements gathering, estimating development activities, authoring application code, participating in code reviews, and testing the software. Authoring and reviewing web application code using AI paired programming techniques. Participating in daily team discussions and code collaboration to promote continuous progress. Participating in client, industry, and end user discussions to help provide technical viewpoint on the application.

Participating in technical design sessions to create sustainable, high-performing features and providing accurate estimates and development timelines. Continuous improvement of existing development tools and technologies. Authoring automated testing script for the application. Augmenting and improving system architecture. Gaining a general understanding of database design and optimizing application access to backend data. The candidate should have experience in web-application development including HTML, CSS, Angular, and JavaScript as well as a background in Java development.

Minimum of 7+ years' hands-on experience with core Java (frontend and backend) development, JEE skills, and well versed in design patterns and related frameworks. Experience in Spring-Boot and Microservices. Experience with various AI paired programming tooling. Experience in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) methodologies. Experience in Test Driven Development (TDD) and Paired Programming. Experience in API development and application security best practices (OAuth, TLS, PKI etc.).

Experience working with Apache Kafka messaging software and PostgreSQL RDBMS. Demonstrate a culture of continuous process improvements by applying lessons learned from recent projects to future projects. Proactive, detail-oriented, and self-motivated professional who can hit the ground running. Demonstrated technical leadership skills with a passion to explore emerging technologies. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to innovate and a can-do attitude.

Quick learner with the ability to multi-task, work under pressure, manage tight deadlines, adapt to changing requirements and deal with ambiguity without impacting delivery. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Ability to build trusted relationships and partner across a complex organization. Willingness to ask questions, challenge the status-quo and seek out answers Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other technical discipline.

Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. 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.