Entry-level Software Engineer (Canada)

Cognizant; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an entry-level Software Engineer to join their Application Development & Management practice. This hybrid role involves analyzing, designing, programming, and testing software applications. New hires will participate in a training program to enhance their technical skills. The position offers a supportive work-life balance and opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong Java application development skills required.
• Experience in cloud computing and software development methodologies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify general computer application software.
• Coordinate with offshore team members for client-specific tasks.
• Maintain systems by monitoring and correcting software defects.

Skills

Java

React JavaScript

C#

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Azure OpenShift

AWS

.NET

VB/ASP

Job description

Position Overview

With enterprise modernization at the core of what we offer, Cognizant’s Application Development & Management (ADM) practice is quintessential to our clients’ ability to emerge stronger with high business agility in an increasingly digital world. Aided by domain experiences, investment in talent, and unique integrated platforms and solutions, we help our clients to envision, build, modernize and run more innovative and efficient businesses. By joining Cognizant as an entry-level Software Engineer, you will be analyzing, designing, programming, and testing software programs and applications across all industries.

Kick-start your software engineering career in our new hire training program to learn the latest technical skills!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Preferred majors include Computer Science or Software Engineering
• Candidate should possess strong Java application development skills (e.g., Core Java technologies, React JavasScript, & Spring framework)
• Demonstrated development experiences in C#, .NET, VB/ASP development and database experience
• Demonstrated experiences in cloud computing such as Azure OpenShift and AWS, etc.
• Understanding of software development methodologies
• Self-motivated individuals with strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the passion and appetite to learn newer technologies
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills; actively participates in team meetings discussions and be a specialist in Object Oriented analysis and design using common design patterns
• Ability to work collaboratively with global project teams
  
  

Responsibilities

• Develop, create, and modify general computer application software or specialized programs
• Interaction and coordination with offshore team members for various client specific tasks and enhancements
• Maintain systems by monitoring, identifying, and correcting software defects
• Java/Java EE/Spring microservice API development while providing expertise in the full software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing
• Design, develop and deliver high-volume, low-latency applications for mission-critical systems
• Write well designed, testable, efficient code
• Ensure designs are in compliance with specifications
• Support continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies and communicating these for architectural review
  
  

Location(s)

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 3 days a week in a client OR Cognizant office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

Start Date(s)

New hires will start in two cohorts: April and July 2025. While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment. Exact start dates will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

Post closing date

Applications will be accepted until June 2nd 2025