Lead Software Engineer - Java FSD

Want to work where data truly drives transformation?
At CGI, we build large‑scale Big Data platforms and are looking for talented engineers ready to turn data into real business value. As part of our fast‑growing Data‑as‑a‑Service team, you’ll work on strategic, cloud‑based projects alongside passionate experts, using cutting‑edge technologies.
Real impact, innovation, and hands‑on technical challenges—this is where you thrive.
Work mode: on site
Loc: Downtown Montreal

Your future duties and responsibilities

Your mission
Our Data-as-a-Service team is expanding, and we are looking for experienced Big Data engineers to join us.
Mission context: We currently manage data platform services and tools, including:

• Data ingestion: ingest data from various data sources
• Data processing: process, transform, and distribute data to target systems
• Data exposure: distribute and expose data hosted on the platform
• Data cleaning: securely purge data from the data lake
• Data tools: data formatting and anonymization tools

As a Big Data Engineer, you will develop, maintain, and build new cloud-oriented features in close collaboration with data platform and data foundation teams, contributing to the evolution and adoption of data-driven practices across the organization.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

Your profile
Experience: 3–5 years related to the position
Language: Fluent in English\*, knowledge of French is require
The skills, you need:

• Programming: Spark, Scala, Java, Python
• Operating systems: Unix, Linux
• Databases and SQL
• ETL and data warehousing
• Hadoop ecosystem
• Apache Spark

Your tasks

• Maintain a high level of service reliability and prevent platform issues
• Research new ways to acquire valuable data and improve data quality
• Design and enhance data solutions using various programming languages and tools
• Develop and improve data architectures aligned with business requirements
• Collaborate within technical communities to explore innovative approaches

• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, is a requirement as the person in this position will need to collaborate regularly with colleagues and partners in the United States.

CGI is providing a reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role. The determination of this range includes factors such as skill set level, geographic market, experience and training, and licenses and certifications. Compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $70,000–$135,000. This role is an existing vacancy.
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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.
At CGI, we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-opportunity employer, being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter.
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Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.