Lead Java Developer - Local to Phoenix, AZ

Lead Java Developer – Phoenix, AZ (Full Time) CGI is looking for an experienced Lead Java Developer to join our Applications Development and Maintenance team, supporting a large US bank in an advanced technology environment. This is a full‑time, in‑office position located at the client site in Phoenix, AZ. Employment sponsorship for work‑related immigration is not available. Key Responsibilities Develop, support, maintain, and implement Java front‑end based project modules. Translate software requirements into scalable, secure Java‑based applications, including writing specifications and designing, building, testing, implementing, and supporting applications using Java, React, and Python. Participate in project planning sessions with technical and functional leads, business analysts, and other team members to analyze business requirements and outline proposed IT solutions. Collaborate in design reviews, providing input on security requirements, data flow to define technical requirements, and ensure high‑quality code and adherence to coding standards. Design and implement scalable, secure Java‑based applications. Design and optimize SQL queries for performance and scalability. Work with Oracle databases and write PL/SQL stored procedures, functions, and triggers. Develop and maintain event‑driven architecture using Apache Kafka for real‑time data processing. Monitor and troubleshoot data streaming pipelines; build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins. Deploy, manage, and scale applications on OpenShift. Participate in code reviews and Agile development processes, ensuring alignment with pre‑defined architectural specifications and identifying/troubleshooting application code‑related issues. Provide hands‑on coaching and support for junior software team personnel in microservices development, systems architecture, reuse, development processes, and technical direction. Act as a technical advisor on specialized phases of system design, programming, implementation, and analysis, leading and participating in major system design, development, and implementations. Gather system requirements, develop specifications, write code according to specifications, review others' code/designs, diagnose and fix bugs in conjunction with QA team and work independently and as part of an agile team. Qualifications & Experience 8+ years of hands‑on experience as a developer with Java Spring Boot, SQL, OCP, Jenkins, Kafka, Oracle PL/SQL. Proven hands‑on Software Development experience and knowledge of Java build tools. Hands‑on experience with Red Hat OpenShift (OCP). Good understanding of containerization (Docker concepts). Ability to deploy, manage, and scale applications on OpenShift. Proven hands‑on working experience and strong proficiency in Core Java. Good understanding of event‑driven architecture and messaging systems. Experience building Kafka producers and consumers. Proven working experience in a team using collaboration tools like Git, Jira, etc. Hands‑on experience building RESTful APIs using Spring Boot. Strong command over SQL queries (SELECT, JOINs, subqueries, aggregations). Experience writing stored procedures, functions, and packages and good knowledge of triggers, cursors, and exception handling in PL/SQL. Should have unit and integration testing experience. Highly effective written and verbal communication skills. Compensation and Benefits Compensation range: $89,600.00 – $176,300.00 (estimated). Competitive compensation. Comprehensive insurance options. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time. Paid parental leave. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance. Wellness and well‑being programs. EEO & Employment Information Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business. CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of U.S. government security clearance held. Some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances. CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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