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AI-Augmented Software Engineer (Remote U.S. - Preferred Knoxville, TN)
Category: Software Development/ Engineering
Main location: United States, Tennessee, Knoxville
Alternate Location(s): United States, Georgia, Atlanta
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
United States, Texas, Dallas
Position ID:J0626-0468
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Description:
CGI is one of the world's largest independent IT and business consulting services firms. With more than 90,000 professionals worldwide, CGI delivers end-to-end services and solutions that help clients accelerate digital transformation, improve operational performance, and achieve meaningful business outcomes. At CGI, you'll work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where innovation, ownership, and continuous learning are valued. Time Zone working hours are required to support collaboration with delivery teams and clients.
CGI is seeking a Senior AI-Augmented Software Engineer to join our growing engineering organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on software engineer who is passionate about leveraging AI-assisted development tools to accelerate software delivery, improve code quality, and enhance engineering productivity.
As part of our delivery teams, you will utilize technologies such as GitHub Copilot, Gemini Code Assist, and cloud-based AI development tools to support modern software engineering practices while developing enterprise-grade applications, APIs, and integrations. You will work closely with distributed development teams, contribute to solution delivery efforts, and help drive adoption of AI-enabled development workflows across engineering organizations.
The ideal candidate brings strong Java engineering expertise, experience building enterprise integrations, and the ability to work effectively across hybrid on-premises and cloud environments. Experience within the insurance industry, including policy administration, rating, underwriting, payment integrity, or third-party data integrations, is highly valued.
This position is open to candidates located anywhere within the United States and may be performed remotely. Preference will be given to candidates located in or near Knoxville, Tennessee, or within commuting distance of a CGI office. Eastern Time Zone working hours are required.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
Leverage AI-assisted development tools including GitHub Copilot, Gemini Code Assist, and cloud-based AI platforms to accelerate software delivery
Apply effective prompting techniques and AI engineering workflows to improve development efficiency and code quality
Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise-grade Java applications and services
Build and support RESTful APIs, SOAP services, and system integrations across internal and third-party platforms
Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance performance of Java/JVM-based applications in production environments
Contribute to AI-enabled software engineering practices and support adoption across delivery teams
Participate in CI/CD automation initiatives, testing strategies, and deployment reliability improvements
Collaborate with distributed and offshore development teams within Agile delivery environments
Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, code reviews, and technical design discussions
Support solution delivery activities, client engagements, demonstrations, and technical workshops as needed
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience
Strong proficiency in Java and development of enterprise applications and REST APIs
Experience with RESTEasy, Spring Boot, JAX-RS, or similar API frameworks
Experience developing and supporting SOAP services, XML schemas, and service contracts
Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning skills within Java/JVM-based environments
Experience working within both cloud and on-premises environments using AWS, Azure, or similar platforms
Familiarity with Git, Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks
Experience working with relational databases and SQL fundamentals including SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or similar technologies
Strong communication skills and experience collaborating within distributed Agile teams
Ability to participate effectively in client-facing technical discussions and solution delivery activities
Desired qualifications
Experience utilizing GitHub Copilot, Gemini Code Assist, or similar AI-assisted development tools
AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud certifications
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized deployment strategies
Familiarity with caching technologies such as Redis or Amazon ElastiCache
Experience with Python, R, or other scripting and automation languages
Knowledge of API management platforms including Apigee, Kong, MuleSoft, or Azure API Management
Experience with microservices architectures, event-driven systems, and messaging platforms such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or JMS
Insurance, policy administration, underwriting, rating, claims, or payment integrity industry experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Other Information:
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $80,600.00 - $172,400.00.
CGI'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
Skills:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Cloud Computing
• Insurance
• Java
• Performance Tuning
• RESTful (Rest-APIs)

What you can expect from us:
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.
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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.