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Java Engineer — Software Development / Engineering
Job summary
A leading IT consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Java Engineer to design and develop scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot. Candidates should have strong expertise in back-end development, familiarity with Agile methodologies, and an understanding of cloud environments. This role offers a competitive salary, with opportunities for growth and innovation, and primarily functions remotely with occasional travel to client sites.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience developing large-scale enterprise applications using Java and microservices frameworks.
- Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful API development.
- Experience with microservices architecture and containerisation.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
- Understanding of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps principles.
- UK Security Clearance or eligibility is required.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop Java-based microservices using Spring Boot.
- Collaborate with developers, architects, and testers.
- Improve performance, scalability, and maintainability of systems.
- Participate in agile ceremonies and support quality culture.
- Ensure solutions meet security and compliance requirements.
- Support career growth and contribute to meaningful solutions.
- Work mainly remotely with occasional travel.
Skills
Tools
- Design and develop Java-based microservices using Spring Boot and related frameworks.
- Collaborate with developers, architects, and testers to ensure technical excellence and timely delivery.
- Improve performance, scalability, and maintainability of systems through continuous iteration.
- Participate in agile ceremonies, share knowledge, and support a culture of quality and innovation.
- Ensure solutions meet strict security and compliance requirements; CGI promotes ownership, teamwork, respect, and belonging.
- Support career growth and contribute to meaningful solutions within one of the world’s largest IT and business consulting firms.
- Support a major national programme focused on innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning.
- Work mainly remotely with occasional travel to UK CGI or client offices.
- Experience developing large-scale enterprise applications using Java and microservices frameworks.
- Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful API development.
- Experience with microservices architecture and containerisation (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
- Understanding of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps principles.
- UK Security Clearance or eligibility is required.
- Back End Development
- English
- GitHub
- Java
- JPA
- RESTful APIs
- Spring Boot
At CGI, we’re shaping the future of digital government solutions—building secure, high‑impact platforms that improve services for millions across the UK. As a Senior Java Engineer, you’ll design and develop scalable, resilient back‑end systems using Java and microservices technologies. You’ll collaborate with a team that values ownership, idea‑sharing, and practical solutions that make a lasting difference. CGI offers a competitive salary, pensions, private healthcare, and a share scheme.
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