Senior Backend Developer - Retail Pricing Applications

CGI • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

We are looking for a proactive, solutions-oriented Senior Backend Engineer who thrives in complex environments and can deliver immediate impact. This individual blends deep technical expertise with strong business acumen, operates autonomously, and partners effectively with stakeholders to deliver high-quality retail and pricing solutions.

Requirements

• Retail Software Development experience is required
• 3–5 years technical experience in System design and distributed architectures
• 3–5 years technical experience with Kotlin
• 3–5 years technical experience with Java
• 3–5 years technical experience with Spring Boot
• 3–5 years technical experience with Kafka
• 3–5 years technical experience with SQL Server & PostgreSQL
• 1-3 years technical experience with Elasticsearch / Elastic stack
• 1–4 years of domain expertise in Retail / Pricing systems
• 1–4 years of domain expertise in Loyalty programs or targeted pricing
• A highly capable engineer who combines technical excellence with business understanding
• Someone who can quickly integrate into teams and add immediate value
• A professional who takes initiative, drives solutions, and builds strong stakeholder relationships
• Experience working in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
• Experience with data intensive solutions
• Proficiency with SQL and large data structures
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and proactively identify risks

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Kotlin, Java, and Spring Boot
• Build and optimize data-driven applications leveraging SQL Server and PostgreSQL
• Develop event-driven architectures using Kafka
• Implement and support search capabilities using Elasticsearch / Elastic stack
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver retail and pricing-focused solutions
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, translating business requirements into technical designs
• Ensure high performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability of applications
• Contribute to architecture discussions, design decisions, and technical best practices
• Provide insights and recommendations based on domain knowledge, especially in retail, pricing, and loyalty systems

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed