Java API Developer

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Position Description:

We are seeking skilled Java API Developers to design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Java development, particularly with frameworks like Spring Boot, and a solid understanding of best practices for API design, performance, and security. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to build scalable backend solutions that power modern applications, ensuring clean code and high performance. By joining our organization, you'll be part of the team that is enhancing customer experience and transforming our client's service delivery!

Your future duties and responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver scalable, secure, reliable APIs.
Develop automated CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitLab CI for efficient code deployment.
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards.
Write good unit test cases and assuring a high level of code coverage.
Set up services and routes to provide access to APIs (includes setting access control lists, rate limiting by IP etc.).
Set up proxies and policies for APIs through the API management platform.
Create and maintain clear, user-friendly API documentation.
Participate in regular code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.
Analyze and improve system performance, while addressing bottlenecks and ensuring high availability.
Work closely with scrum teams and product managers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Use Git and related workflows for version control and collaboration.
Stay updated with the latest java development trends to recommend best-fit solutions.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in Java development, with a focus on backend and API development.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Proficiency with Spring Boot and related frameworks.
Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices.
Familiarity with relational databases (i.e. PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle) and SQL.
Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.
Proficiency in Git and version control workflows.
Experience writing unit and integration tests with JUnit and Mockito.
An understanding of application security practices, including authentication and authorization (e.g., OAuth2, JWT).

Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required:
Experience working with Federal agencies is a plus.
Familiarity with microservices architecture.
Exposure to containerization technologies (Docker).
Experience with asynchronous messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
Knowledge of Agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
Understanding of performance tuning and scalability practices.
Familiarity with AWS services.
Familiarity with additional API programming languages (i.e., Python, Ruby, C++, JavaScript, etc.).

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 $61,900.00 - $137,100.00.

CGI Federal'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
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Skills:

• Back End Development
• Java
• RESTful (Rest-APIs)
• SQL
• GitLab

What you can expect from us:

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, youll 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. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll 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.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll 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 teamone 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 to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.

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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 CGIs legal duty to furnish information.