What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr MDE Development Support Engineer position at CGI?
Position Description
CGI Federal is seeking a highly skilled Sr. MDE Development Support Engineer to provide development, testing, and sustainment support across the MDE platform ecosystem. This role spans the MDE JSON Schemas, JSON Generator, Approval Gateway, automated pipeline maintenance, and metrics collection components. The ideal candidate has deep experience in Java, Node.js, schema design, test automation, DevOps tooling, and secure enterprise application development. This engineer will work closely with cross functional teams to enhance system reliability, support platform modernization, and ensure secure, high quality delivery across the MDE suite.
The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert for one or more MDE platform components. This individual will be expected to independently investigate complex problems, develop and recommend technical solutions, drive platform modernization efforts, mentor other engineers, establish development best practices, and serve as an escalation point for both development and operational issues across the MDE ecosystem.
***This position is located in Woodlawn, MD***
Your future duties and responsibilities
Serve as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the MDE platform ecosystem, providing guidance and leadership across platform applications, services, integrations, and CI/CD processes.
Design, develop, enhance, and maintain MDE platform components, including JSON Schemas, JSON Generator, Approval Gateway, Metrics Collectors, and supporting services.
Lead development efforts utilizing Java 17, Spring Boot, Maven, Node.js, TypeScript, Python, PostgreSQL, H2, HTMX, JavaScript, and related technologies.
Drive architecture reviews, solution design, technical planning, and implementation of scalable, secure, and maintainable platform solutions.
Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks and quality engineering practices using JUnit, Mockito, Cucumber/Gherkin, Selenium, Selenium Grid, and related testing tools.
Lead root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and resolution of complex application, infrastructure, integration, and deployment issues across multiple platform components.
Establish and promote software engineering best practices, coding standards, testing strategies, and secure development methodologies.
Drive modernization initiatives, framework upgrades, dependency management, technical debt reduction, and continuous platform improvement efforts.
Support application security activities, including remediation of security findings, vulnerability management, CVE remediation, and use of tools such as SonarQube and Black Duck.
Design, maintain, and enhance CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Groovy, and related automation technologies to support efficient software delivery.
Collaborate with cross functional teams, product owners, architects, security teams, and stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable, and high performing solutions.
Evaluate emerging technologies, frameworks, and development patterns, providing recommendations for adoption and implementation.
Mentor and coach junior and mid level engineers through code reviews, design reviews, troubleshooting a
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
Ability to obtain and maintain US Public Trust Clearance
Bachelor's degree and 7 years of IT related experience
Strong experience developing with Java 17, Spring Boot 3.4.x, Maven 3, and automated testing frameworks (JUnit 5, Mockito, Cucumber/Gherkin, Selenium/Selenium Grid).
Hands on expertise with JSON, JSON Schema draft 07, Node.js 22 , TypeScript 4 , YAML, and related test frameworks.
Experience with relational databases including PostgreSQL and H2/Helium.
Proficiency supporting CI/CD pipelines, including Jenkins Pipeline Plugin and Groovy based pipeline logic.
Experience with Python based components and data persistence layers.
Familiarity with application security concepts, CVE remediation, and tools such as Black Duck and SonarQube.
Ability to troubleshoot complex issues across application layers including back end, front end, persistence, and CI/CD.
Desired qualifications/non essential skills required:
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
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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.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.
CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com. You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.
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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.
CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.
CGI Federal is seeking a highly skilled Sr. MDE Development Support Engineer to provide development, testing, and sustainment support across the MDE platform ecosystem. This role spans the MDE JSON Schemas, JSON Generator, Approval Gateway, automated pipeline maintenance, and metrics collection components. The ideal candidate has deep experience in Java, Node.js, schema design, test automation, DevOps tooling, and secure enterprise application development. This engineer will work closely with cross functional teams to enhance system reliability, support platform modernization, and ensure secure, high quality delivery across the MDE suite.
The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert for one or more MDE platform components. This individual will be expected to independently investigate complex problems, develop and recommend technical solutions, drive platform modernization efforts, mentor other engineers, establish development best practices, and serve as an escalation point for both development and operational issues across the MDE ecosystem.
***This position is located in Woodlawn, MD***
Your future duties and responsibilities
Serve as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the MDE platform ecosystem, providing guidance and leadership across platform applications, services, integrations, and CI/CD processes.
Design, develop, enhance, and maintain MDE platform components, including JSON Schemas, JSON Generator, Approval Gateway, Metrics Collectors, and supporting services.
Lead development efforts utilizing Java 17, Spring Boot, Maven, Node.js, TypeScript, Python, PostgreSQL, H2, HTMX, JavaScript, and related technologies.
Drive architecture reviews, solution design, technical planning, and implementation of scalable, secure, and maintainable platform solutions.
Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks and quality engineering practices using JUnit, Mockito, Cucumber/Gherkin, Selenium, Selenium Grid, and related testing tools.
Lead root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and resolution of complex application, infrastructure, integration, and deployment issues across multiple platform components.
Establish and promote software engineering best practices, coding standards, testing strategies, and secure development methodologies.
Drive modernization initiatives, framework upgrades, dependency management, technical debt reduction, and continuous platform improvement efforts.
Support application security activities, including remediation of security findings, vulnerability management, CVE remediation, and use of tools such as SonarQube and Black Duck.
Design, maintain, and enhance CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Groovy, and related automation technologies to support efficient software delivery.
Collaborate with cross functional teams, product owners, architects, security teams, and stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable, and high performing solutions.
Evaluate emerging technologies, frameworks, and development patterns, providing recommendations for adoption and implementation.
Mentor and coach junior and mid level engineers through code reviews, design reviews, troubleshooting a
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
Ability to obtain and maintain US Public Trust Clearance
Bachelor's degree and 7 years of IT related experience
Strong experience developing with Java 17, Spring Boot 3.4.x, Maven 3, and automated testing frameworks (JUnit 5, Mockito, Cucumber/Gherkin, Selenium/Selenium Grid).
Hands on expertise with JSON, JSON Schema draft 07, Node.js 22 , TypeScript 4 , YAML, and related test frameworks.
Experience with relational databases including PostgreSQL and H2/Helium.
Proficiency supporting CI/CD pipelines, including Jenkins Pipeline Plugin and Groovy based pipeline logic.
Experience with Python based components and data persistence layers.
Familiarity with application security concepts, CVE remediation, and tools such as Black Duck and SonarQube.
Ability to troubleshoot complex issues across application layers including back end, front end, persistence, and CI/CD.
Desired qualifications/non essential skills required:
- Experience with federal enterprise systems.
- Familiarity with government security, compliance, and software delivery requirements.
- Experience supporting modernization or refactoring of complex enterprise systems.
- Exposure to HTMX, ThymeLeaf, WebJAR, and TimescaleDB.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive insurance options
- Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
- Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Wellness and Well being programs
RJ1
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.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.
CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com. You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.
We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Click here to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members.
All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.
CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.
Salary : $91,800