Java API Developer - Hybrid

Category: Business Consulting, Strategy and Digital Transformation

Main location: , Virginia, Reston

Position ID: J0325-0179

Employment Type: Full Time

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Position Description:

CGI has an immediate need for a Java Backend Developer with Spring Boot, Rest API, and knowledge in GraphQL to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced team environment supporting one of the largest leaders in the secondary mortgage industry. We take an innovative approach to supporting our client, working side-by-side in an agile environment using emerging technologies.

We partner with 15 of the top 20 banks globally, and our top 10 banking clients have worked with us for an average of 26 years!

We have over 92,000+ CGI Members in 40 countries and over 5k+ loyal Clients who are leveraging our end-to-end services across the globe.

This position is located in Reston, VA, Plano, TX, Columbia, SC or Lafayette, LA. A hybrid working model is acceptable.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

Java Spring Boot API Developer role focusing on REST APIs, with exposure to GraphQL and AWS AppSync, entails designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable backend services. This role bridges traditional RESTful architectures with modern GraphQL implementations, leveraging cloud-based solutions

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

7+ years of experience Backend Development

Proficiency in Java and the Spring Boot framework.

Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs.

Knowledge of database interactions (SQL and/or NoSQL).

2 + GraphQL Implementation experiences is required with understanding of GraphQL principles and experience building GraphQL APIs.

Familiarity with GraphQL schema design and query optimization.

Experience with tools and libraries for GraphQL development (e.g., Apollo, GraphQL Java).

Experience with AWS AppSync for building serverless GraphQL APIs

Knowledge of AWS services such as Lambda, DynamoDB, and IAM.

Ability to configure resolvers and data sources in AppSync.

API Design and Architecture

Strong understanding of API design principles and best practices.

Ability to choose the appropriate API architecture (REST or GraphQL) based on requirements.

Experience with API documentation and testing.

Cloud Technologies

Experience with AWS cloud platform.

Understanding of serverless architecture and microservices.

Knowledge of containerization and deployment tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.

DevOps Practices

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.

Experience with Git and Terraform is a plus

Problem-Solving and Communication:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Education: Bachelor's in computer science or equivalent

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CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $66,300.0 - $146,900.00

Benefits: CGI’s benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive insurance options

Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan

Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time

Paid parental leave

Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

Wellness and Well-being programs

Skills:

• GIT

• GIT

• Java

• Kubernetes

• NoSQL

• RESTful (Rest-APIs)

• SQL

• Terraform

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.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.

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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.