Junior AWS Java Full Stack Developer

Requirements

Must have:

- 1-3 years of overall software development expertise - 1-2 years of practical knowledge in Java - Familiarity with Spring Boot and the Spring ecosystem (Spring Data, Spring Security, etc.) - Basic comprehension of RESTful API design and microservices principles - Experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, or API Gateway - Exposure to cloud-native application development - Acquainted with relational databases (Postgres, MySQL, Oracle) and fundamental SQL - Basic understanding of CI/CD practices and version control systems (Git) - Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker (preferred but not mandatory) - Acquainted with messaging systems (Kafka, SNS/SQS) or caching solutions (Redis) is advantageous - Basic knowledge of front-end technologies (Angular, React, or similar) is beneficial - Understanding of Agile software development methodologies - Strong analytical skills and eagerness to adopt new technologies - Effective communication abilities and capacity to collaborate within a team setting - Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

Responsibilities:

- Assist in the design, development, and delivery of scalable cloud applications, primarily focusing on backend services - Contribute to backend development using Java and Spring Boot within AWS environments - Support the creation of microservices-based solutions - Help design and implement RESTful APIs - Integrate applications with databases and external systems - Participate in code reviews and diagnose issues - Assist with deployments and application maintenance - Gain hands-on experience throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC) including development, testing, deployment, and production support - Build foundational skills in cloud-native development and distributed systems

Company:

At CGI, we are seeking a Junior AWS Java Full Stack Developer (Backend-Focused) to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to engage in a fast-paced environment while supporting one of our largest clients. Located at our client site in Lafayette, LA or Reston, VA, we offer a hybrid work model. We take pride in our long-standing partnerships with many top banks globally, averaging 26 years of collaboration with our top 10 banking clients. Our culture fosters innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning, and we provide appealing benefits, including competitive compensation, comprehensive insurance, and a range of wellness programs. Join us in shaping meaningful solutions together.