About the role
As a Full Stack Developer – React & AI, you will make an impact by designing and delivering scalable, high-performance web applications and microservices that support business-critical initiatives. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with architects, product owners, business stakeholders, and cross-functional technology teams to deliver innovative digital solutions.
In this role, you will:
Design, develop, and maintain full-stack web applications using modern technologies including React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and related frameworks.
Build scalable, responsive, and user-centric front-end solutions leveraging React, Next.js, Redux, Material UI, and other modern UI technologies.
Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices-based solutions, ensuring reliability, performance, and scalability.
Lead technical initiatives by translating business requirements into robust technical designs, delivering high-quality code, and driving successful project execution.
Provide technical leadership through design reviews, code reviews, mentoring, troubleshooting production issues, and promoting engineering best practices.
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants across Canada. 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 are 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
Strong experience developing full-stack applications using React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern web development frameworks.
Proficiency in Core Java and experience designing and developing large-scale, high-performance microservices architectures.
Hands-on experience building and integrating RESTful APIs and distributed systems in enterprise environments.
Expertise working with relational or cloud-based databases and distributed messaging platforms such as Kafka.
Experience with cloud platforms including Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or IBM Cloud, with knowledge of application deployment and cloud-native architectures.
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, build processes, and release management.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex production issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement sustainable solutions.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with distributed teams and stakeholders while leading technical discussions and architectural decisions.
These will help you stand out
Experience with GraphQL services and API optimization.
Strong knowledge of front-end performance tuning, accessibility standards, and cross-browser compatibility.
Experience working in Agile delivery environments and leading medium to large-scale software development efforts.
Knowledge of DevOps practices, infrastructure automation, and cloud-native development patterns.
Experience mentoring developers and fostering engineering excellence across teams.
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
Total compensation:
Applications will be accepted until July 2nd, 2026.
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.
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 de empleo
La información de compensación es precisa a la fecha de esta publicación. Cognizant se reserva el derecho de modificar esta información en cualquier momento, sujeto a la legislación aplicable.
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Cognizant es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Tu solicitud y candidatura no serán consideradas en base a raza, color, sexo, religión, credo, orientación sexual, identidad de género, origen nacional, discapacidad, información genética, embarazo, condición de veterano o cualquier otra característica protegida por las leyes federales, estatales o locales.
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