Senior Java Developer

This is an exciting time for CGI, and we want you to be part of it.We are Canada's 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.We are seeking an experienced Java Developer at the level to join our dynamic team.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both front-end and back-end development, with extensive experience in modern web technologies and frameworks.Your future duties and responsibilitiesAs a Java developer your responsibilities will be:
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Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable full-stack applications using Java and Spring Boot.2.
Collaborate in the development and deployment of applications using Docker and container orchestration.3.
Implement and manage messaging frameworks, including Kafka, for real-time data processing.4.
Utilize AWS services for deploying and managing cloud-based applications.5.
Develop and execute unit tests using Junit to ensure code quality and reliability.6.
Create and maintain API documentation with Swagger.7.
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline development and deployment processes.8.
Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.9.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver high-quality software solutions.10.
Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to drive continuous improvement.11.
Collaborate in the design, development, and deployment of complex web applications.12.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.13.
Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.14.
Participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of best practices.Required qualifications to be successful in this roleQualifications (REQUIRED):
8+ years of software development experience2.
Strong experience with Java 11/17 and its core concepts (Streams, Lambda, Exception Handling, Multithreading, DataSource).3.
Handson experience with Spring Boot, Microservices, ORM (Hibernate, Mybatis), REST API, Webservices, JMS and Kafka.4.
Experience working with SQL/PLSQL.5.
Experience with unit test frameworks like Mockito, Junit.6.
Exposure to CI/CD and AWS Cloud Infrastructure / Services.7.
Exposure to Karate/Cypress Test Automation is a plus.8.
Passionate about engineering excellence and a knack for writing clean, testable, readable, and easily maintainable code.9.
Understand how to operate in an Agile environment and to deliver using an acceptance test driven development (ATDD) approach10.
Committed to collaboration and open communication in your work11.
Experience in Finance domain is a plus12.
Knowledge of DevOps, Automated Testing and Continuous Delivery13.
Familiarity with common collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, Jira, Confluence, and Git, GitHub.14.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.15.
Strong communication skills (technical descriptions and diagramming, escalation, written, in-person, adaptive as appropriate to the audience, etc.).16.
Willingness to own, research, and argue your points of view, bring new ideas to the table, but deliver according to consensus and expectations.Required Level of Education (include certifications):
University or Technical Diploma in IT discipline with equivalent experience.2.
Formal Java Developer Certification will be nice to have.3.
Formal Certification with Azure or AWS will be nice to have.Soft Skills:
Excellent communicator2.
Well organized3.
Detail orientated4.
Team PlayerTogether, 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.At CGI, we recognize the richness that diversity brings.
We strive to create a work culture where all belong and collaborate with clients in building more inclusive communities.
As an equal-opportunity employer, we want to empower all our members to succeed and grow.
If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We will be happy to assist.Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.