Senior Full Stack Developer (Angular & Java)

Cognizant; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays & PTO

RRSP Program

Disability Coverage

EAP

ESPP

Parental Leave

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer (Angular & Java) to design, develop, and support scalable enterprise applications in a hybrid Toronto setting. You will build responsive UI and robust backend services, focusing on RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions across AWS/Azure/OpenShift.

The role requires strong Angular/Java skills, cloud experience, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), Git/CI/CD, and Agile collaboration. Applications close Nov 10, 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in a technical field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Hands-on experience with Angular and Java Spring Boot.
• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or OpenShift.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized app development.
• Strong understanding of Git, source control, and branching strategies.
• Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or similar tools.
• Experience working in Agile software development environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise applications using Angular and Java technologies.
• Build responsive and intuitive user interfaces while developing scalable backend services and APIs.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices-based solutions.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, business analysts, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Develop and support cloud-native applications leveraging AWS, Azure, or OpenShift platforms.
• Implement containerized solutions using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Utilize Git-based source control and branching strategies to support collaborative software development.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation using GitHub Actions and related DevOps tools.
• Translate business requirements and design specifications into production-ready applications.
• Participate in code reviews and promote software engineering best practices across development teams.
• Troubleshoot application issues and support modernization initiatives.
• Contribute to Agile ceremonies and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Angular

Java

Cloud technologies

RESTful APIs

Docker

Kubernetes

Git & branching

CI/CD

Agile

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

GitHub Actions

OpenShift

Spring Boot

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Full Stack Developer (Angular & Java) to join our Digital Engineering team. In this role, you will design, develop, and support scalable enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technology solutions that drive business value.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Angular, Java, cloud technologies, and modern software engineering practices. You will play a key role in building high-quality applications, enhancing user experiences, and contributing to enterprise digital transformation initiatives.

In This Role, You Will

• Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise applications using Angular and Java technologies.
• Build responsive and intuitive user interfaces while developing scalable backend services and APIs.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices-based solutions.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, business analysts, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Develop and support cloud-native applications leveraging AWS, Azure, or OpenShift platforms.
• Implement containerized solutions using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Utilize Git-based source control and branching strategies to support collaborative software development.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation using GitHub Actions and related DevOps tools.
• Translate business requirements and design specifications into high-quality production-ready applications.
• Participate in code reviews and promote software engineering best practices across development teams.
• Troubleshoot application issues and support modernization initiatives.
• Contribute to Agile ceremonies and continuous improvement activities.

Work Model

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 4 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Toronto, Ontario. 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 this posting. They may change from time to time based on business needs and customer requirements.

Work authorization

*You must be legally authorized to work in the Canada without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future*

What you need to have to be considered

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with Angular and Java Spring Boot.
• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or OpenShift.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized application development.
• Strong understanding of Git, source control, and branching strategies.
• Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or similar tools.
• Experience working within Agile software development environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

These Will Help You Stand Out

• Experience within Banking or Financial Services environments.
• Experience developing distributed cloud-native applications.
• Familiarity with Figma and modern UI/UX implementation practices.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and event-driven systems.
• Experience supporting enterprise-scale digital transformation initiatives.
• Passion for continuous learning and adopting emerging technologies.

Applications will be accepted by: November 10, 2026.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is CAD $68,422 - CAD $114,000 depending on experience, qualifications, skills, and other factors permitted by law.

In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive compensation program, subject to the terms of the applicable plan.

Benefits

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• RRSP Program
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Parental Leave Benefits
• Employee Wellness Programs