The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client.
CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Data Engineer to lead the design and development of a greenfield microservices-based cloud solution using cutting-edge technologies. This role will involve hands-on Data engineering and design, and fostering a collaborative environment using Agile methodologies (Scrum/ SaFE). The ideal candidate will have strong experience with AWS, microservices architecture, and message-driven principles, with a focus on open-source technologies.
• Integrate with the clients Analytics Platform services in AWS.
• Lead the data development of scalable, distributed systems using Apache Kafka (Confluent), Tableau, and the ELK stack.
• Security Best Practices: Understanding of secure by design principles, including OAuth2.0, OIDC, IAM.
• Implement and enforce best practices for REST APIs and message-driven architecture.
• Ensure solutions comply with ArchiMate standards, as required by the customer's design documents.
• Work within a multi-functional team to create secure, efficient, and maintainable software.
• Introduce new technologies and solutions to improve overall system design and development processes.
• Utilize xAPI standards for learning-related data exchange when applicable.
• Drive Agile development practices (Scrum, SAFe) and continuously improve development processes.
• AWS: Extensive experience with AWS cloud services (e.g., EC2, RDS, IAM, S3, Lambda).
• Message-Driven Architecture: Experience with Apache Kafka (Confluent) and event-driven systems.
• REST API Development: Expertise in developing secure, scalable, and maintainable APIs.
• ELK Stack: Practical experience with Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana for monitoring and log management.
• ArchiMate Standards: Knowledge of ArchiMate for documenting and designing enterprise architecture.
• Agile (Scrum, SAFe): Experience in Agile methodologies for software development and delivery.
• xAPI Standards: Understanding of Experience API (xAPI) for learning-related data exchange.
• Jira & Confluence
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to learn continuously and actively grow your career
• Understanding of industry standards and best practice
• Experience of development using open-source technologies
• Scrum writing user stories and acceptance criteria.
Desirable Skills
• Azure: Knowledge of Azure cloud services is a plus.
• Government Digital Standards (GDS)
• CI/CD and DevOps: Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment pipelines.
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