CGI – Java Backend Developer

Job Description

CGI is hiring a skilled and motivated Java Backend Developer to join its software engineering team in Hyderabad. This opportunity is ideal for candidates who are passionate about backend development, enterprise application engineering, and building scalable software solutions using modern Java technologies. As one of the world’s leading IT and business consulting organizations, CGI delivers innovative technology solutions to global clients across industries including banking, healthcare, telecommunications, and digital transformation. The Java Backend Developer will play a key role in developing high-performance backend systems, creating RESTful services, and contributing to enterprise-grade application development projects. Candidates looking to strengthen their expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and cloud-ready backend systems will find this role highly beneficial for long-term career growth.

The role focuses on backend service development, API creation, database integration, and system maintenance using Java-based technologies. Professionals in this position will collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, business analysts, testers, and solution architects to design and implement reliable backend applications. The selected candidate will gain practical exposure to enterprise software architecture, microservices-based development, object-oriented programming, and distributed systems. Working on real-world business applications, especially within the banking and financial services domain, will provide valuable experience in handling scalable systems, secure APIs, and mission-critical software platforms.

At CGI, employees are encouraged to innovate, continuously learn, and actively contribute to organizational growth as technology partners rather than traditional employees. The company promotes a collaborative culture focused on ownership, teamwork, and professional development. This role offers opportunities to improve technical expertise, strengthen problem-solving skills, and work with modern development frameworks and enterprise technologies. Candidates who enjoy coding, backend architecture, system optimization, and software engineering challenges will thrive in this dynamic and growth-oriented environment.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain backend applications and enterprise services using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.
• Build scalable and secure RESTful APIs that support business applications, client integrations, and enterprise-level software solutions.
• Collaborate with business analysts, frontend developers, testers, and project teams to understand requirements and implement technical solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code while following coding standards, software development best practices, and organizational guidelines.
• Develop and optimize backend logic, business workflows, and database interactions to improve application performance and scalability.
• Perform debugging, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis to resolve technical issues and maintain system reliability.
• Work with SQL databases to design queries, manage data operations, and ensure data consistency across applications.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, sprint planning sessions, and software design activities within Agile development environments.
• Assist in implementing microservices-based architectures that support modular, scalable, and distributed enterprise applications.
• Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and system validation activities to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Maintain technical documentation including API specifications, system architecture details, and development workflows.
• Continuously learn emerging technologies, backend development trends, and enterprise software engineering practices to enhance productivity and innovation.

Requirements & Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Electronics, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong understanding of Java programming language and object-oriented programming concepts including inheritance, polymorphism, abstraction, and encapsulation.
• Basic hands-on experience with Spring Boot framework and backend application development using Java technologies.
• Knowledge of Microservices architecture and understanding of service-based application design principles.
• Familiarity with RESTful API development, HTTP methods, request-response handling, and API integration practices.
• Understanding of SQL databases, query writing, relational database concepts, and backend data management processes.
• Basic exposure to software development life cycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and collaborative development practices.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities with the capability to troubleshoot backend application issues effectively.
• Good communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to project discussions.
• Understanding of banking and financial services applications or enterprise software systems will be considered an added advantage.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git, development tools, and integrated development environments (IDEs) is desirable.
• Strong willingness to learn new technologies, frameworks, and backend engineering practices in a fast-paced development environment.

Expected Salary

For entry-level and early-career Java Backend Developers at leading IT consulting companies like CGI, the estimated salary in Hyderabad typically ranges between ₹5 LPA and ₹10 LPA depending on technical expertise, academic performance, project experience, and interview performance. Candidates with strong Java fundamentals, Spring Boot knowledge, microservices exposure, and backend development skills may receive higher compensation packages along with employee benefits, training programs, and career advancement opportunities.

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