Java Backend Developer – Scalable Systems & API Development
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Posted on:
08-11-2025
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Description:
This is an exciting time for CGI and we want you to be part of it.
We are Canadas largest independent information technology services firm and we are still growing! We are expanding in Atlantic Canada and we need your skills enthusiasm and dedication as part of our team.
At CGI we are seeking a Senior Java Backend Developers (7 years) to join our Financial Services Technology team where you will lead the design and development of scalable high-performance backend systems supporting mission-critical financial this role youll architect and optimize platforms that power transaction processing data services and fund operations within a dynamic agile environment. This is a permanent full-time position working five days onsite at our Halifax NS; Moncton NB or Stratford PEI locations.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
Design and develop multi-layered backend systems using Java Spring Boot and PL/SQL.
Build RESTful APIs and microservices with a strong focus on scalability performance and maintainability.
Optimize database schemas stored procedures and transactional SQL in Oracle or DB2.
Drive CI/CD automation using Jenkins Git and uDeploy.
Collaborate with DevOps teams to enhance monitoring resiliency and release automation pipelines.
Lead code reviews unit testing and integration testing to ensure high-quality reliable delivery.
Troubleshoot and resolve cross-technology challenges while contributing to continuous process improvement initiatives.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
7 years of backend programming experience with Java Spring and Spring Boot.
Proven expertise in API design microservices architecture and enterprise-scale system development.
Strong database engineering skills including Oracle or DB2 PL/SQL and transactional SQL.
Hands-on experience with Git branching strategies Jenkins Sonar and deployment automation tools.
Familiarity with DevOps platforms such as HP Operations Orchestration ServiceNow and HP Service Manager.
Agile mindset with a focus on collaboration quality and iterative delivery.
Excellent communication problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
Bonus Skills:
Experience in financial services or asset management domains.
Exposure to alternative investment products such as derivatives liquid alts or private equity.
Demonstrated technical leadership and ability to guide cross-functional teams.
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Skills:
- Hibernate
- Java
- Messaging
- Microservices
- Oracle
- Spring
- Spring Boot
- Kubernetes
What you can expect from us:
Together as owners lets turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll 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. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. Youll 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.
Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll 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.
At CGI we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-opportunity employer being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation please inform your recruiter.
To learn more about accessibility at CGI contact us via email. Please note that this email is strictly for accessibility requests and cannot be used for application status inquiries.
Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Key Skills
- REST
- Eclipse
- JSP
- Junit
- Spring
- Struts
- Jpa
- Hibernate
- Maven
- J2EE
- Jdbc
- Java
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