Are you passionate about building scalable, high-performance back-end systems? Do you enjoy solving complex technical challenges and working with modern Java frameworks? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Your role in our team
As a Back-End Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining back-end services for WOLS 2.0, ensuring seamless integration with front-end applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, product owners, and architects to build robust, secure, and efficient software solutions.
You will:
• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring Boot and Microservices architecture.
• Implement scalable APIs, real-time communication, and efficient data processing solutions.
• Develop and optimize algorithms and data structures to enhance performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, performance issues, and security vulnerabilities.
• Ensure high code quality through code reviews, unit testing, and automated testing.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, DevOps engineers, and business analysts to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging back-end development trends, cloud technologies, and DevOps best practices.
• Location : Arnhem/Amsterdam
How you strengthen our team
We are looking for a highly skilled and proactive Back-End Developer who:
• Has a deep understanding of Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.
• Can design and optimize API-driven back-end solutions with high availability and scalability.
• Is experienced in database design, optimization, and ORM frameworks.
• Can analyze business requirements and translate them into technical implementations.
• Works efficiently in an Agile development environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Has a problem-solving mindset, able to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges.
• Communicates effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Tech Stack
As a Back-End Developer, you will work with the following technologies:
Back-End Development:
• Java & Spring Boot – Developing enterprise-level, high-performance applications.
• Microservices Architecture – Designing modular, independently deployable services.
• WebSocket & REST API – Implementing efficient communication between services.
• Spring Data JPA, MyBatis, and Liquibase – Managing data persistence and schema migrations.
• Sharding & API Gateway – Ensuring optimized data distribution and API management.
• Swagger – API documentation and testing.
Database & Storage:
• SQL & PL/SQL (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL) – Strong knowledge of relational databases.
• Hibernate ORM – Managing database interactions with Java.
• Caching Solutions (Redis, Memcached) – Optimizing application performance.
DevOps & Cloud Architecture:
• CI/CD Pipelines – Automating builds, testing, and deployments.
• Docker & Kubernetes – Containerizing applications for scalable deployment.
• DaoCloud & GitLab – Managing source code and DevOps tasks.
• Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure) – Deploying and managing cloud-based applications.
• Message Brokers (RabbitMQ, Kafka) – Implementing event-driven architectures.
What We’re Looking For
Our ideal candidate:
✔ Has at least 5+ years of experience as a Back-End Developer.
✔ Is highly skilled in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and REST API development.
✔ Has strong knowledge of relational databases (SQL, PL/SQL) and ORM frameworks (Hibernate, MyBatis).
✔ Understands CI/CD, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud deployments (AWS, Azure).
✔ Can troubleshoot complex back-end issues and optimize performance.
✔ Has experience with API security, authentication, and authorization (OAuth, JWT).
✔ Is comfortable working in Agile development environments with modern DevOps practices.
✔ Has strong problem-solving skills and can work independently and collaboratively.
✔ Good communication in Dutch and English
✔ Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related field
A pre-employment screening is part of the application process
Why CGI Retail?
At CGI Retail & Consumer Services, you will:
• Work on enterprise-grade applications that impact global retail operations.
• Be part of a dynamic, high-performing team that values technical excellence.
• Have opportunities for career growth, continuous learning, and leadership.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and work-life balance.
• Work with cutting-edge cloud, DevOps, and AI-driven technologies.
🚀 If you're an experienced Back-End Developer looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply now and join a team that's shaping the future of retail technology!
Join our team of experts and apply now!
Questions about the position? Ask them to Chris Seelig, Director Consulting Services, Retail and Consumer Services, via chris.seelig@cgi.com.
For more information about the application procedure, please contact recruiter Fabienne Philips fabienne.philips@cgi.com
We do not collaborate with external recruitment agencies. Therefore, unsolicited acquisition is not appreciated.
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