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 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 React, 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.
- Develop, optimize, and maintain backend services using Java and Node.js
- Design and implement RESTful and GraphQL APIs using Apollo Server
- Work with relational databases, primarily PostgreSQL (transitioning from MySQL)
- Implement caching strategies with Redis to enhance application performance
- Build and deploy applications in AWS environments using services like Lambda, ECS, SQS, and RDS
- Support CI/CD processes using GitHub Actions and troubleshoot build/deploy pipelines
- Work on React to ensure smooth API integration
- Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning, estimations, and retrospectives
- Follow DevOps best practices in building and managing Docker images, containers, and orchestrations
- 6+ years of Java/Node.js backend development experience
- 6+ years working with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred)
- Deep understanding of REST, GraphQL, and event-based systems
- 5+ years of experience building and scaling AWS-hosted applications
- 4+ years working with caching systems, ideally Redis
- Hands-on experience in Agile and Continuous Deployment environments
- Strong understanding of Git and GitHub-based workflows
- Nice to have experience building and managing Docker containers
- Nice to have familiarity with container orchestration (AWS ECS, Kubernetes)
- Nice to have experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions
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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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