Java Technical Expert / Lead

Position Description

THIS ROLE IS BASED IN VANCOUVER BC AND IS NOT OPEN TO REMOTE OPTIONS.

We are looking for a Java Technical Expert who will act as a trusted advisor to the client. This is not a project management or team-lead role; instead, the focus is on technical leadership, client guidance, and team development.

Key Aspects of the Role:

• Deep Technical Expertise – Advanced knowledge of Java, related frameworks, and best practices.
• Client Leadership – Able to understand client needs, guide solution design, and influence technical direction.
• Hands-On Contribution – Strong coding, debugging, and optimization skills, with the ability to solve complex technical issues directly.
• Coaching & Mentoring – Supports and develops other team members by sharing knowledge, reviewing code, designs, and fostering best practices.
• Collaboration – Works closely with client stakeholders and internal delivery teams to ensure alignment and technical excellence.
• Advisory Role – Helps the client make informed decisions on architecture, tools, and implementation approaches.

What This Role Is Not

• It is not a project manager or traditional team lead role.
• The emphasis is on technical depth, client-facing leadership, and team coaching, not administrative or delivery oversight.

Your future duties and responsibilities

• Deep Technical Expertise – Advanced knowledge of Java, related frameworks, and best practices.
• Client Leadership – Able to understand client needs, guide solution design, and influence technical direction.
• Hands-On Contribution – Strong coding, debugging, and optimization skills, with the ability to solve complex technical issues directly.
• Coaching & Mentoring – Supports and develops other team members by sharing knowledge, reviewing code, designs, and fostering best practices.
• Collaboration – Works closely with client stakeholders and internal delivery teams to ensure alignment and technical excellence.
• Advisory Role – Helps the client make informed decisions on architecture, tools, and implementation approaches.

What This Role Is Not

• It is not a project manager or traditional team lead role.
• The emphasis is on technical depth, client-facing leadership, and team coaching, not administrative or delivery oversight.

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

• 10+ years of proven software development experience developing enterprise solutions
• 6+ years of hands-on experience in developing Web services and API solutions using various Java based frameworks
• Proficient in Java, J2EE, Spring MVC, and JavaScript.
• Proficient in relational database management systems, Mybatis and Oracle DB queries.
• Proficient in Web User Interface (UI) using HTML4/HTML5, CSS2/CSS3, XHTML, JSP, JavaScript, jQuery, XML, JSON, SOAP, REST services
• Strong knowledge of Domain Driven design & MicroService Architecture
• Strong knowledge of API design, including versioning, isolation and micro-services
• Experience in testing frameworks like Junit.
• Knowledge in DevOps processes, continuous integration and delivery pipelines (Maven, Jenkins, Stash, Ansible, Docker)

CGI is providing a reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors including but not limited to skill set level, geographic market, experience and training, and licenses and certifications. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $85,000 - $160,000.

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.

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