Entry-level Software Engineer (Canada)

Cognizant; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Entry-level Software Engineer in Toronto, Canada. You will be part of a dynamic team focused on enterprise modernization, with opportunities to develop and maintain software applications across various industries. Benefit from a hybrid work model that supports work-life balance, and participate in a comprehensive training program to kick-start your career in software engineering.

Qualifications

• Strong Java application development skills required.
• Experience with cloud platforms and databases is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain application software.
• Coordinate with offshore teams for enhancements.
• Monitor and fix software defects.

Skills

Java

C#

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

OpenShift

Job description

Join to apply for the Entry-level Software Engineer (Canada) role at Cognizant

Position Overview

With enterprise modernization at the core of what we offer, Cognizant’s Application Development & Management (ADM) practice is essential to our clients’ ability to emerge stronger with high business agility in an increasingly digital world. We help our clients to envision, build, modernize, and operate more innovative and efficient businesses, supported by domain experience, talent investment, and integrated platforms and solutions. As an entry-level Software Engineer at Cognizant, you will analyze, design, program, and test software applications across various industries.

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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Computer Science or Software Engineering
• Strong Java application development skills (e.g., Core Java, React JavaScript, Spring framework)
• Experience in C#, .NET, VB/ASP development, and databases
• Experience with cloud platforms like Azure, OpenShift, AWS
• Understanding of software development methodologies
• Self-motivated with strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, eager to learn new technologies
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; active participation in team discussions; knowledge of Object-Oriented analysis and design patterns
• Ability to collaborate with global project teams

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and maintain application software
• Coordinate with offshore team members for client-specific tasks and enhancements
• Monitor and fix software defects to maintain system health
• Develop Java/Java EE/Spring microservice APIs, covering full software development lifecycle
• Design and develop high-volume, low-latency applications for critical systems
• Write efficient, testable code and ensure design compliance
• Contribute to continuous improvement by exploring new technologies and architectures

Location(s)

Hybrid work model with 3 days/week in Toronto, ON, at either a client or Cognizant office, supporting work-life balance through wellbeing programs.

Start Date(s)

New hires start in April or July 2025, with exact dates communicated in advance, subject to business needs.

Applications accepted until June 2nd, 2025.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services, IT Consulting, Business Consulting