Java Engineer

CGI; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior Java Engineer to design and build secure, scalable solutions in a collaborative team environment. You'll work on backend services using Java, participate in code reviews, and support deployment processes with AWS and Kubernetes. This hybrid role requires strong Java experience and a willingness to learn across the tech stack. Join a company recognized for its commitment to inclusivity and continuous improvement, where your contributions will make a real impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension

Private healthcare

Share scheme

Qualifications

• Strong backend development experience using Java (or C#).
• Experience building and supporting services within microservices architectures.
• Familiarity with cloud and containerised environments (AWS, Kubernetes).
• Good communication skills and a collaborative, team-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend services and APIs using Java.
• Build and maintain scalable solutions within a microservices architecture.
• Collaborate on code design and technical decision-making.
• Support deployment processes using AWS and Kubernetes.

Skills

Java

Git

Kubernetes

Job description

Position Description

At CGI, you will help engineer secure, resilient systems that underpin critical services and deliver real‑world impact. As a Senior Java Engineer, you will play a key role within a collaborative delivery team, designing and building scalable solutions that support complex programmes. You will be trusted to take ownership of your work, encouraged to bring curiosity and creativity to technical challenges, and supported by a culture that values learning, shared success and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to deepen your expertise, broaden your skillset and make a meaningful contribution within an organisation that empowers its engineers.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold SC Clearance or be eligible to obtain it. This is a hybrid role, with an expectation of working 1–2 days per week on site in our Sheffield office, with flexibility for remote working for the rest of the time.

Your future duties and responsibilities

In this role, you will contribute to the design, development and maintenance of software systems within a modern engineering and DevOps environment. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will help build reliable, maintainable and scalable solutions across a microservices‑based architecture, with a primary focus on Java while remaining open to working across the wider stack where needed.

You will collaborate closely with other engineers to review code, improve delivery practices and support deployment and operational processes. You will be encouraged to apply sound engineering judgement, explore new ideas and technologies, and continuously improve both the solutions you build and the way the team works.

• Design & develop backend services and APIs using Java (or C# where appropriate)
• Build & maintain scalable solutions within a microservices architecture
• Collaborate on code design, reviews and technical decision‑making
• Contribute to front‑end features using React and TypeScript when required
• Support deployment and operational processes using AWS and Kubernetes
• Improve team practices, tooling and delivery approaches
• Apply a pragmatic, problem‑solving mindset to engineering challenges

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

You will be a senior, hands‑on engineer with strong Java experience and a broad understanding of modern software delivery. You will enjoy working collaboratively, be comfortable operating across technologies, and bring a practical, adaptable approach to solving problems in complex environments.

You should have:

• Strong backend development experience using Java (or C#)
• Experience building and supporting services within microservices architectures
• Familiarity with cloud and containerised environments (AWS, Kubernetes, Helm)
• Experience using Git, CI/CD pipelines and modern developer workflows
• Good communication skills and a collaborative, team‑focused mindset
• Curiosity and willingness to learn across the stack and tooling

Skills

• GIT
• GIT
• Java
• Kubernetes

What you can expect from us

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.