Job Summary
We are seeking a Full Stack Technical Lead (Java, Angular, AWS/Azure) with 12+ years of experience to lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance applications. This role combines hands-on engineering, architecture ownership, and team leadership, driving the delivery of modern, cloud-native solutions.
You will play a key role in building microservices-based applications using Java (Spring Boot) and Angular, while guiding technical decisions across AWS/Azure environments. The role involves mentoring engineers, ensuring delivery excellence, and promoting best practices across development, DevOps, and system design.
As part of a forward-looking engineering team, you will also help drive AI-assisted development (e.g., Copilot) to enhance productivity and code quality, while contributing to the evolution of scalable, resilient platforms.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Full Stack Technical Lead to drive the design and delivery of scalable, cloud-native applications. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll combine architecture ownership, coding, and team leadership to build modern, high-performance systems.
You’ll work across the stack using Java (Spring Boot) microservices and Angular, while leading key technical decisions in AWS/Azure environments. Beyond development, you’ll mentor engineers, enforce best practices, and accelerate delivery through DevOps and AI-assisted tools like Copilot.
If you enjoy owning solutions end-to-end, influencing architecture, and building high-impact systems at scale, this role is for you.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
In This Role You Will
· Lead end-to-end architecture and design of scalable, cloud-native full stack applications
· Develop hands-on using Java (Spring Boot) and Angular or Node.js
· Own technical decisions across architecture, design, and technology selection
· Mentor engineers and drive code quality through reviews and best practices
· Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to translate requirements into solutions
· Drive cloud and DevOps adoption across AWS, Azure, or OpenShift environments
· Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions
· Promote AI-assisted development (e.g., Copilot)
· Ensure performance, scalability, security, and reliability
· Own delivery timelines, risks, and dependencies
· Monitor and troubleshoot production systems using tools like Splunk and Dynatrace
· Drive automation, innovation, and reduction of technical debt
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 4 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Toronto, ON, CAN. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Required Qualifications
· Strong experience with Java (Spring Boot) in full stack environments
· Hands-on experience with Angular and/or Node.js
· Experience designing and building cloud-native applications
· Working knowledge of AWS, Azure, or OpenShift
· Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
· Experience with CI/CD pipelines such as GitHub Actions
· Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
· Experience with monitoring tools like Splunk or Dynatrace
· Proven technical leadership and mentoring experience
· Strong understanding of Agile delivery
· Solid communication and stakeholder management skills
Additional Information
We welcome applicants who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Even if you don’t meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply. Consider your transferable experience and unique skills that may bring fresh perspective to the role.
Salary and Other Compensation
Applications will be accepted until July 12th, 2026.
The annual salary for this position ranges from $75,000 – $110,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to applicable plan terms.
Benefits
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this role (subject to eligibility):
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan with contributions
• Long‑term/Short‑term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer
The salary, benefits, and compensation information listed above is accurate as of the posting date. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, in accordance with applicable law.
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.
