About the role
As a Senior Developer – Java & Angular, you will make an impact by designing and delivering scalable, high-performance full-stack applications that power business-critical solutions. You will be a valued member of the engineering team, collaborating with product owners, designers, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver seamless digital experiences.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Note: Certain roles may require candidates to attend in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project requirements.
In this role, you will:
Develop and maintain full-stack applications using Angular (front end) and Java with Spring Boot (back end)
Design, build, and integrate RESTful APIs to enable efficient and scalable data flow across systems
Translate business requirements into technical solutions, partnering with product managers and stakeholders
Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code aligned to engineering best practices and standards
Perform code reviews, implement unit testing, and ensure quality across UI and backend services
Work model:
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2–3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered:
8+ years of experience in full-stack development with Angular and Java (Spring Boot)
Strong expertise in TypeScript, ES6+, HTML5, CSS3, and responsive UI design
Proven experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs
Solid understanding of component-based UI architecture and scalable application design
Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and collaborative development practices
Proficiency with development tools such as Git, CI/CD pipelines, JIRA, and Confluence
Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization skills
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT or equivalent
These will help you stand out:
Experience with UI test automation frameworks such as Jasmine, Karma, or Cypress
Familiarity with BDD (Gherkin) and API testing tools
Knowledge of application performance, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility
Experience interpreting wireframes, UX prototypes, and design systems
Domain knowledge in Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance, including underwriting or policy administration workflows
Total compensation:
We regularly assess market data to ensure we offer a competitive compensation package for our associates. The base salary for this position ranges between CAD $61,650 to $91,000 per year. Where the successful candidate may fall within the range depends on relevant education, work and/or management experience and other business-related and job-necessary qualifications. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual performance-based bonus, as well as benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
Applications for this position are reviewed by our recruitment team without the use of artificial intelligence screening tools.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
