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Lead Java Developer (Full Stack)



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We are Canada's largest independent information technology services firm, and after 45+ years, we're still growing! Join Canada's largest IT Company as a Lead Java Developer, in our Financial Services Sector in Toronto.

Location – Downtown Toronto (Hybrid – 4 days office and 1 day remote)

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Software Engineer to drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable enterprise applications.

The ideal candidate will provide strong technical leadership while remaining hands‑on in frontend and backend development, API architecture, event‑driven systems and AI‑enabled solutions.

Your future duties and responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of scalable enterprise applications.

  • Provide hands‑on technical leadership across frontend (Angular) and backend (Java) development.

  • Design and build RESTful APIs and microservices‑based solutions.

  • Implement event‑driven architectures using Kafka.

  • Develop and optimize databases using MySQL and DB2.

  • Perform API testing and validation using Postman.

  • Collaborate in an Agile/Scrum environment and track work using Jira.

  • Mentor team members and drive technical decision‑making.

  • Contribute to AI‑enabled solutions and leverage AI‑assisted development tools where applicable.

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

  • Strong hands‑on experience in Angular (Frontend Development).

  • Strong proficiency in Java backend development.

  • Extensive experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
  • Experience with Kafka and event‑driven architecture.

  • Strong database expertise in MySQL and DB2.

  • Experience using Postman for API testing and validation.

  • Strong understanding of microservices architecture.

  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum methodologies.

  • Proficiency with Jira for tracking and managing development activities.

  • Exposure to or experience working with AI/ML‑enabled systems, AI integrations, or AI‑assisted development tools.

  • Proven experience leading development teams and driving technical decisions.

  • CGI is providing a reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role.

    The determination of this range includes factors such as skill set level, geographic market, experience and training, and licenses and certifications.

    Compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case.

    A reasonable estimate of the current range is $95,000–$145,000.

    This role is an existing vacancy.

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

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.

To learn more about accessibility at CGI, contact us via email.

Please note that this email is strictly for accessibility requests and cannot be used for application status inquiries.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

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