Sr. Java Engineer (Java 8, J2EE, CI/CD, Cloud required) Hybrid, Cubao

CI&T; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Leave policy (22+ days)

Online courses access

Dependent coverage

Job summary

CI&T in the Philippines seeks a Senior Software Engineer (Java) to act as a technical leader and mentor within a cross-functional team. You will own complex software solutions, lead the maintenance of mission-critical legacy applications, and bridge the gap between technical execution and business objectives.

You will modernize legacy systems, drive 99%+ uptime, and ensure code quality through reviews and testing.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of Java enterprise development experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, testing and deployment of complex features in large codebases.
• Maintain, refactor and modernize legacy Java/J2EE code with attention to technical debt.
• Lead incident response and RCA to ensure 99%+ uptime.
• Establish coding standards, conduct code reviews, and drive testing/monitoring.
• Communicate technical updates to stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Java

MySQL

JavaScript

Git

Maven

AWS

Tools

Docker

CI/CD

REST

Job description

Title

Senior Software Engineer (Java)

Job Purpose

As a Senior Software Engineer at CI&T, you will act as a technical leader and mentor within a cross-functional team. You will take ownership of complex software solutions, lead the maintenance of mission-critical legacy applications, and bridge the gap between technical execution and business objectives

Key Accountabilities

Core Responsibilities

• Top-notch engineering implementation and delivery: Lead the design, implementation, troubleshooting, testing and deployment of complex features and defects within large codebases (thousands of lines of code).

• Legacy System Evolution: Maintain, refactor, and modernize existing Java/J2EE code while proactively managing technical debt.

• Production Support & Reliability: Lead incident response, conduct root cause analysis (RCA), and implement sustainable solutions for systems requiring 99%+ uptime.

• Quality & Standards: Establish coding standards, conduct thorough code reviews, and drive comprehensive testing and monitoring strategies.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate technical concepts and incident status updates effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Knowledge and Experience

Technical Requirements

• Java Expertise: 5-7+ years of experience in Java enterprise development (Java 8+), including J2EE technologies like Servlets and JSP.

• Database Mastery: Deep expertise in MySQL, including complex query optimization, stored procedures, and managing large-scale databases (100M+ records).

• Web Technologies: Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and MVC architecture patterns.

• DevOps & Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with CI/CD practices, Git, Maven, and managing production environments.

• Cloud & Integration: Solid understanding of AWS services (S3, RDS, ECS), web services (SOAP/REST), and data integration patterns (ETL, SFTP)

Preferred Qualifications

• AI/Agentic Mindset: Experience or strong interest in Agentic AI approaches to enhance development workflows and system automation.

• Containerization: Experience with Docker and modern container orchestration.

• Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with Windows Server, PowerShell scripting, and legacy frameworks like Caucho Resin or Apache Axis.

• Domain Experience: Background in the automotive industry or Dealer Management Systems (DMS).

Key Competencies

• Exceptional English Communication: Proven ability to document solutions and collaborate across different organizational units.

• Problem Solving: Advanced debugging skills with the ability to resolve complex issues independently.

• Work Ethic: A proactive approach to identifying system risks and driving performance optimization initiatives.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We believe in rewarding our talent with more than just compensation. From comprehensive health coverage to a generous leave policy, we are committed to supporting your well-being and work-life balance.

Time to Recharge

• Generous leave credits: Begin with 22 combined leave days in your first year.

• Seniority benefit: In your second year, your leave credits increase to 30 days (20 vacation leave and 10 sick leave).

• Flexibility: Convert up to 5 unused vacation leave days to cash or carry them over to the following year.

• Enjoy free access to 20,000+ online courses through Unico Skill, with access provided within 7 days of joining the company.

Health & Family First

• Premium HMO coverage of up to ₱250,000 per illness per year.

• Coverage for up to two dependents at no additional cost, effective from day one.