Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software Engineer

Category: Software Development/ Engineering

Main location: United States, Tennessee, Nashville

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Employment Type: Full Time

Position

Description:

CGI is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to build modern, cloud-native applications for enterprise clients. In this role, you’ll design and deliver scalable software solutions using technologies like React, AWS, and modern backend frameworks (Python, Node.js, Java, or .NET). You’ll work directly with clients and internal teams to turn complex business challenges into high-quality technical solutions.

This is a hands‑on engineering role with opportunities to lead design decisions, mentor team members, and influence delivery practices—all within a fast‑paced consulting environment.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

• Design, build, and deliver modern full stack applications across web and cloud environments
• Partner with clients and stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions
• Develop front‑end applications using React and modern JavaScript frameworks
• Build robust backend services and APIs using Python, Node.js, Java, .NET, or similar technologies
• Architect and implement cloud‑native solutions (AWS / Azure), including serverless and microservices patterns
• Contribute to and improve CI/CD pipelines, automation, and Dev Ops practices
• Participate in architecture discussions, solution design, and technical planning
• Mentor and support engineers while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Help drive delivery excellence through code quality, scalable design, and continuous improvement

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

• Experience designing and building scalable software applications across the stack
• Strong proficiency in modern front‑end development (React preferred)
• Experience with backend development in at least one major language (Python, Node.js, Java, or .NET)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS or Azure) and modern application patterns
• Experience working with APIs, databases, and distributed systems
• Understanding of CI/CD, Dev Ops, or automation practices
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
• Ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Nice to Have:

• Experience building cloud‑native or serverless applications
• Exposure to data engineering, analytics, or ETL workflows
• Experience with tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, or Infrastructure as Code
• Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure)

CGI anticipates accepting applications for this position through May 30, 2026.

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 $89,600.00 - $.

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:

• Java
• Python
• React Java Script

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