Java Back-End Engineer

CGI•Westlake, TX

About The Position

Are you a backend engineering expert ready to build resilient systems that power mission-critical financial operations? Join our agile team as a Senior Java Back-End Engineer and lead the design of scalable, high-performance platforms that drive innovation in financial services. This position can be performed from Merrimack, NH; Westlake, TX; or Lafayette, LA.

Requirements

6+ years of backend programming experience with Java, Spring, and Spring Boot
Deep expertise in API design, microservices architecture, and database engineering
Strong command of Oracle or DB2, PL/SQL, and transactional SQL
Hands-on experience with Git branching strategies, Jenkins, Sonar, and deployment automation
Familiarity with DevOps tools like HP Operations Orchestration, ServiceNow, and HP Service Manager
Agile mindset with a focus on quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in financial services or asset management domains
Exposure to alternative investments (Derivatives, Liquid Alts, Private Equity)
Strong stakeholder engagement and technical leadership inclination

Responsibilities

Design and develop multi-layered backend systems using Java, Spring Boot, and PL/SQL
Build RESTful APIs and microservices with a focus on scalability, performance, and maintainability
Optimize database schemas, stored procedures, and transactional SQL (Oracle/DB2)
Drive CI/CD automation using Jenkins, Git, and uDeploy
Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement monitoring, resiliency, and release pipelines
Lead code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure delivery quality
Resolve cross-technology roadblocks and contribute to process improvements that enhance team velocity