Java Developer - Banking Solutions
Halifax, Canada IT development
Job description
Job Description
Java Developer - Banking Solutions
Position Description
CGI is offering an exciting opportunity as a Java Developer. As a member of CGI’s national practice providing retail banking solutions and services to credit unions, you will be joining an experienced and dynamic team of global IT professionals serving our clients across Canada and the world.
The financial industry is in the midst of dramatic change and credit unions are challenged with finding faster, more innovative ways of providing solutions and services to their customers who have more alternatives than ever before. Digital transformation and digital services are disrupting traditional financial institutions, instead offering businesses and households access to services that are customized specifically to personalized needs and wants of the end consumer. Omni-channel experience, mobile self-service, predictive analytics, data governance, robotic process automation, FinTech partnerships, and open banking requirements have turned the banking industry on its head. Staying relevant is key, while customer retention and growth has never been more challenging. Our clients are turning to CGI to help them remodel their operations and assist in navigating through the massive digital transformational changes required to remain competitive.
As the Java Developer you will work with a passionate team of IT professionals and progressive clients in helping to develop and support mission critical applications within a multi-tiered system and application architecture. You will be a technologist and have a passion for developing robust applications. If you are searching for a role that allows you to leverage your developer skills and expertise in the dynamic world of financial services with collaborative clients and a dedicated, enthusiastic team, this would be a great opportunity for you.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Development and support of a mission critical JEE, Java / web based application including, programming, analysis, design, testing, documentation and implementation.
• Creation of technical specifications, estimates, test scripts and system documentation.
• Participation in system and application design, technical processes and procedures.
• Solid understanding and working application of Object Orientation principals and concepts.
• Solid understanding and working application of software programming, analysis, design concepts and best practices.
• Build respectful relationships with team members, clients, etc. demonstrating sensitivity towards diversity, managing conflicts and promoting team relationships
• 100% adherence to CGI policies (Member Commitment to the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Dress Code, Travel, Expenses, etc.)
• Always practice professional, respectful communication whenever dealing with other team members, management and the client
• Use all of the tools including Internet and Instant Messaging appropriately, being mindful that they should only be used as a form of business communication and in a professional manner at all times
• Timesheets completed on time
• Status reports completed on time
• Attend and participate in all CGI member meetings (e.g., MSAPs, town halls, annual tour)
• Remain current in your area of expertise
• Develop consulting skills
• Proactively identifying and communicating project risks
• Share knowledge freely and openly with other team members
• Ensure that clients are happy with the product they receive and go away from meetings on a positive note
• Follow project management processes (i.e., Change Management, Configuration Management, etc.)
Required Technical Skills:
• Responsive UX Design - Bootstrap 4+
• HTML5, CSS3
• JQuery, JQuery Datatables, Other JQuery Plugins as required
• JavaScript
• JSON Technologies, XML
• Chrome Browser with Developer tools
• Any IDE - Bootstrap
• Apache Velocity 1.7+ (template language)
• Ajax
Nice to Have:
• Spring MVC 4+SQL/PL-SQL
• Open JDK 1.8+
• SVN
• CRM domain knowledge
Required Level of Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Diploma in IT with equivalent IT experience
Soft Skills:
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong written and oral and comprehension communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Flexibility, self-motivated, and has the ability to give and receive feedback
• Ability to working effectively and collaboratively with others to achieve common goals
• Able to multitask effectively
• Have excellent time management, task planning and prioritization skills
• Able to adapt quickly to changing client requirements
• Able to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Enjoy working in a self-teaching, learning organization
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients and team member
Your future duties and responsibilities
Required qualifications to be successful in this role
Build your career with us.
It is an extraordinary time to be in business. As digital transformation continues to accelerate, CGI is at the center of this change—supporting our clients’ digital journeys and offering our professionals exciting career opportunities.
At CGI, our success comes from the talent and commitment of our professionals. As one team, we share the challenges and rewards that come from growing our company, which reinforces our culture of ownership. All of our professionals benefit from the value we collectively create.
Be part of building one of the largest independent technology and business services firms in the world.
Learn more about CGI at www.cgi.com.
No unsolicited agency referrals please.
CGI is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, CGI is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in accordance with provincial legislation. Please let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.
Skills
· AJAX
· CSS
· JavaScript
· jQuery
· Spring
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