About the Role
As a Warehouse Control System (WCS) Sr. Developer, you will play a key role in delivering logistics technology solutions, including on-site deployment, integration, and testing of warehouse automation systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on-site implementation, deployment, debugging, and optimization of WCS solutions to ensure successful go-live and stable operations
- Conduct user training and support adoption of the WCS platform
- Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements and contribute to solution design
- Develop, enhance, and unit test core WCS modules using Java-based technologies
- Act as a technical liaison between software, electrical controls, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless system integration
- Support the implementation and optimization of warehouse scheduling algorithms to improve operational efficiency
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of hands-on Java development experience
- Strong proficiency in frameworks such as Spring Boot and Spring MVC
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Logistics Engineering, Automation, or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with WCS or warehouse automation system implementations
- Familiarity with integration of warehouse hardware systems (e.g., AGVs, conveyors, stacker cranes)
- Understanding of logistics control systems and equipment interaction
Work Model
This is an onsite role (5 days/week) based in Brantford, ON, driven by client and project requirements. Flexibility may vary depending on business needs.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $83,000 – $90,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Eligible for annual performance-based bonus
- Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
Additional Information
We encourage applications from candidates who meet the core requirements, even if not every preferred qualification is met. Diverse experiences and perspectives are valued.
Please note this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.
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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.
