Job Description

We are Canada's largest independent information technology services firm, and we are still growing! We are expanding in Atlantic Canada, and we need your skills, enthusiasm, and dedication as part of our team. This is an exciting time for CGI, and we want you to be part of it. We are seeking an experienced Senior / Lead Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in back-end development using Java and front-end development using Angular, with extensive experience in modern web technologies and frameworks.


This position is hybrid, requiring 2-3 days a week in any CGI Atlantic location: Halifax, NS, Moncton or Fredericton, NB, Stratford, PE, or St. John's, NL. Additionally, Reliability clearance is required for this role (must reside in Canada 5+ years to be eligible).

Your future duties and responsibilities

Backend Development

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Spring Boot Build and optimize data layers with Spring Data JPA, Hibernate, and effective transaction management Manage database versioning and migrations with Flyway or similar tools Develop and maintain RESTful APIs for system integration Integrate pub/sub messaging systems (e.g., Kafka) and caching solutions (e.g., Redis) to support high-performance, event-driven architectures Ensure high code quality through comprehensive unit testing and adherence to best practices


Frontend Development

Develop responsive, modular web applications using Angular and modern web technologies (HTML5, CSS3, TypeScript) Collaborate with designers to deliver intuitive, user-friendly interfaces Optimize front-end performance and ensure scalability of the UI components


Platform & Automation

Deploy, manage, and monitor applications in Kubernetes (K8s) and OpenShift environments Implement CI/CD pipelines using Tekton, ArgoCD, GitLab CI, or similar tools Contribute to DevOps practices for smooth, automated delivery and operations


Testing & Quality Assurance

Write and maintain unit and integration tests across the stack Perform automated REST API testing using Playwright or similar tools Collaborate with QA teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage and high application reliability

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience 10+ years in software development, including 5+ years leading solution design and implementation Proven leadership in technical teams, architecture decisions, and project delivery Strong Java and Spring Boot experience (5+ years), with focus on microservices Proficient in Spring Data JPA, Hibernate, and distributed transactions Experience with Flyway or similar tools Familiar with Kafka (preferred), RabbitMQ, or other messaging systems Strong SQL and experience with Redis, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server 3+ years with Angular, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3 Experience integrating RESTful APIs and using NgRx (preferred) Good to have Frontend performance tuning, PWAs experience Hands-on with Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift Experience building CI/CD pipelines with Tekton, ArgoCD, GitLab CI, or similar Unit testing with JUnit, Mockito; frontend testing with Karma/Jasmine Familiar with API testing tools like Playwright or Postman


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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.



At CGI, we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-opportunity employer, being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter.



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