Sr. Java Backend Engineer

CGI Njoyn; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CGI is seeking a Senior Java Backend Engineer in Dallas, TX to design, develop, and support cloud-native applications in a fast-paced investment operations environment.

You will work with product owners, architects, developers, and DevOps to deliver scalable enterprise-grade software and drive performance and reliability across distributed systems.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands on experience in Java/J2EE development and Spring Boot/microservices.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs and multi-layer enterprise apps.
• Experience with cloud (AWS/Azure), containers, orchestration, and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and build robust, scalable backend solutions aligned with cloud-first strategies.
• Lead design discussions and drive performance, resiliency, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into high-performing software.
• Mentor developers and ensure engineering excellence through reviews and testing best practices.
• Partner with DevOps to implement CI/CD, observability, and deployment automation.
• Contribute to process improvements and delivery velocity in an agile environment.

Skills

Java/J2EE

Spring Boot

Microservices

RESTful APIs

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD (GitHub, Jenkins, uDeploy)

SQL/ORM (Hibernate, JPA)

Distributed systems

Agile methodologies

Mentoring/leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub

Jenkins

uDeploy

SonarQube

ServiceNow

HP Operations Orchestration

Job description

Job order - J0826-1836 - Permanent Full Time

Title: Sr. Java Backend Engineer

Category: Software Development/ Engineering

City: Dallas, Texas, United States

Job Description

Sr. Java Backend Engineer

Position Description

CGI is seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Backend Engineer to design, develop, and support scalable, cloud native applications within a high impact investment operations environment.

This role requires an experienced backend engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, building resilient distributed systems, and delivering high quality software that supports critical financial business processes. You will have the opportunity to work closely with product owners, architects, developers, and DevOps teams to implement modern backend solutions, optimize system performance, and contribute to the delivery of enterprise grade applications in a fast paced Agile environment.

This is a Full Time, On-site employment opportunity based in the Dallas, TX area.

Your future duties and responsibilities

• Design and build robust, scalable solutions aligned with enterprise technology standards and cloud first strategies.
• Lead technical design discussions and contribute to architectural and design decisions that drive performance, resiliency, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to translate complex business needs into elegant, high performing software solutions.
• Guide and mentor developers, ensuring engineering excellence through code reviews, testing best practices, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines, observability, and deployment automation.
• Contribute to process optimization and delivery velocity through agile practices and engineering leadership

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

• 10+ years of hands on experience in Java/J2EE development with deep expertise in Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
• Proven experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and multi layered enterprise applications.
• Strong command of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools and practices (GitHub, Jenkins, uDeploy, Git strategies).
• Solid understanding of relational databases (DB2, Oracle), SQL, and ORM frameworks (Hibernate, JPA).
• Experience resolving complex technical challenges across distributed systems and hybrid cloud environments.
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for mentoring and elevating engineering teams.
• Experience in financial services, especially investment operations, NAV, or fund accounting systems.
• Familiarity with alternative investments (e.g., derivatives, private equity, liquid alts).
• Exposure to tools like SonarQube, ServiceNow, and HP Operations Orchestration.
• Agile delivery experience and a track record of driving process improvements.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Equity Statement

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.

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