Lead Java Developer
Job Summary
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Security)
- Work extensively on Kafka-based streaming and messaging systems
- Write clean, efficient, and reusable code following best practices
- Develop and maintain automated test cases (unit, integration, and end-to-end)
- Monitor application performance and troubleshoot issues using tools like Dynatrace
- Create and maintain technical documentation using Confluence
- Participate in system design discussions and contribute to architectural decisions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as QA, DevOps, and Product
- Ensure code quality through reviews and adherence to coding standards
- Take a proactive approach in identifying risks, improvements, and optimizations
Required Qualifications / Must-Have Skills
- 10+ years of experience in Java development with strong proficiency in Java 8/11/17+
- Hands-on experience with Spring Framework, including Spring Boot and Spring MVC
- Minimum 6+ years of experience with Apache Kafka in event-driven architectures
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture, REST APIs, and distributed systems
- Experience developing and maintaining automated test cases including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing
- Familiarity with application monitoring and troubleshooting tools such as Dynatrace
- Experience creating technical documentation and knowledge-sharing content using Confluence
- Strong collaboration, code review, and problem-solving skills in cross-functional engineering environments
Location: Toronto, Canada
-- We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $84K – $130K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
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.
