Position Description CGI is looking for an experienced Java Developer Team Leader to join one of our projects and contribute to the development of mission applications that process large volumes of data.In this role, you will combine hands-on technical expertise with team leadership responsibilities. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and evolving our platform while guiding a team of developers and contributing to architectural decisions in a modern Big Data environmenYour future duties and responsibilitiesTechnical Leadership: Lead, mentor, and support a team of software developers; Coordinate and monitor development activities to ensure successful project delivery; Drive technical excellence and promote best development practices; Conduct code reviews and support team members' professional growth; Contribute to architectural decisions and define technical roadmaps; Ensure compliance with project standards, quality requirements, and development guidelines.Application Development: Design, develop, and implement new application features; Maintain and enhance existing applications through corrective and evolutionary maintenance; Participate in testing, integration, deployment, and production support activities; Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability; Contribute to the continuous improvement of platform quality and operational efficiency.Data & Platform Engineering: Develop and maintain integrations within a distributed and event-driven architecture; Support large-scale data processing and real-time data exchange solutions; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and scalable services.Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role Minimum 8 years of experience in software development. Minimum 3 years of experience leading or coordinating development teams. Strong experience designing and developing distributed Java applications. Fluent French (written and spoken) is required. Solid understanding of Big Data ecosystems, asynchronous messaging, and data integration frameworks. Experience working in Agile and multicultural environments. Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Strong expertise in Java (11/17+), Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Hibernate/JPA, and the development of REST/SOAP APIs. Proven experience with Big Data and event-driven architectures, including Apache Kafka, Couchbase, Talend, data streaming, and integration solutions. Knowledge of SQL, distributed systems, application performance, monitoring, and troubleshooting using Kibana and Grafana. Familiarity with modern security frameworks and authentication technologies such as SSO, OAuth2, SAML, and CyberArk. Experience working in Linux/Unix environments, using Git, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices; Docker is a plus. Comfortable working in Agile environments and delivering scalable, high-performance enterprise applications.What you’ll find at CGI: Employee Share Purchase PlanInvest alongside CGI through a share purchase plan that is partially co-funded by the company. You can access your investment whenever you choose. Healthcare & Insurance CoverageYou and your family are covered through a healthcare and dental subscription, along with life insurance that includes medical coverage for your children. Practical Benefits, Easy to UseOur online benefits platform brings everything together in one place—from meal vouchers and tickets to medical services, online courses, and access to hobby and leisure activities. Learning That Matches Your InterestsUse CGI Academia, our internal learning platform, to build skills relevant to your role and future plans. You can also learn up to nine languages through goFLUENT, included in the platform. Confidential Mental Health SupportThrough the Member Assistance Program (MAP), you have access to confidential professional support for both personal and work-related situations, available at no cost. Books Delivered to the OfficeWith Bookster, you can borrow from a modern public library, with books delivered directly to the office. Referral ProgramIf you recommend someone who joins CGI, you’ll receive a referral bonus—our way of thanking you for helping us grow the team. Volunteering, When You ChooseCGI for Good connects you with volunteering initiatives where you can contribute to causes that matter to you. Time OffAnnual leave ranges from 21 to 26 days, depending on your level of seniority. Office LocationOur Bucharest office is close to Grozavesti metro station, offering easy access and a calm working environment. Hybrid Work ModelWe work in a hybrid setup, combining time at the office with the flexibility of working remotely.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.That same commitment to fairness extends to how we use technology. To support our recruitment team, AI tools may be used to help assess applications though they never replace human judgement. All hiring decisions remain entirely in the hands of our recruitment professionals.Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Show more Show less