About the role
As a Full Stack Lead Engineer, you will make an impact by designing and delivering scalable, high‑performance, cloud‑native applications. You will be a valued member of the engineering team, collaborating with product owners, architects, and cross-functional stakeholders to build modern banking platforms using microservices, AI-assisted development, and DevOps practices.
10-12+ years of experience in IT
Strong expertise in Java (Spring Boot, microservices) and Angular or Node.js
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:
Design, code, execute, and support various applications
Code and troubleshoot Python and/or Java REST API and related software
Help lead end-to-end architecture and design of scalable full stack solutions (backend and frontend)
Drive hands-on development using Java (Spring Boot) and Angular/Node.js
Drive cloud and DevOps adoption across AWS/Azure/OpenShift with Docker/Kubernetes and CI/CD (GitHub Actions)
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring at least 4 days per week in a client or Cognizant office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on business and client requirements.
What you need to have to be considered:
10-12+ years of experience in IT
Strong expertise in Java (Spring Boot, microservices) and Angular or Node.js
5 or more years of experience in developing and supporting production-level software;
Creating production REST APIs and related technologies in a large organization;
Developing large, scalable, distributed systems running in Cloud environment;
Working with fully automated CI/CD pipeline using GitHub or equivalent;
Working with data processing using JSON, SQL and NoSQL storage systems;
Working with Docker and Kubernetes; web application and REST API security;
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or OpenShift) and containers (Docker, Kubernetes)
These will help you stand out:
Exposure to AI-assisted development tools (GitHub Copilot or similar)
Strong understanding of performance, security, and scalability (NFRs)
Experience in Agile environments and stakeholder collaboration
Track record of driving innovation, automation, and reducing technical debt
Note: Certain roles may require candidates to attend in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT or equivalent
Applications will be accepted until June 24th, 2026.
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 $74,250 to $117,500 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.
Acerca de Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) es un creador de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que conecta la inversión en IA con el valor empresarial mediante el desarrollo de soluciones de IA full‑stack para sus clientes. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, junto con su experiencia en procesos e ingeniería, permite incorporar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan resultados tangibles y mantienen a las empresas a la vanguardia en un entorno en constante cambio. Más información en cognizant.ai o @cognizant.
Información adicional sobre el empleo
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