Senior Software Developer

Cognition+; London; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance tech firm in London, Ontario is seeking a Senior Software Developer. This role involves designing and developing cutting-edge software solutions. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in Java development, strong leadership skills, and familiarity with Agile methodologies. The position allows for remote work within Canada, with a focus on teamwork and technical excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible work hours

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in Java enterprise application development.
• Demonstrated capability to lead technical projects and mentor junior developers.
• Strong understanding of Agile Methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Write clean, readable and testable code in Java.
• Lead the technical design and development of features, applications and systems.
• Collaborate with senior team members to reduce technical debt.

Skills

Java enterprise application development

Mentoring junior developers

Web front-end development

Git

SQL

Education

University degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Spring

Docker

Maven

Job description

About Cognition

Join our Dynamic and Passionate team at Cognition where we are dedicated to revolutionizing the insurance industry with cutting‑edge digital solutions. Since 1996 we have been committed to understanding and addressing the unique business challenges faced by insurance companies of all sizes. Our offerings include a fully customizable Enterprise Insurance Management Platform along with on‑demand support connectivity cybersecurity and professional services.

At Cognition we believe that our success is driven by the diverse perspectives, ideas and cultures of our team members. We foster an environment of teamwork, commitment and trust where every voice is valued. Our investment in research and development ensures that we stay at the forefront of technology delivering innovative solutions that keep our clients ahead of the curve.

Why Join Us

• Innovative Environment : Be part of a forward‑thinking company that values creativity and innovation.
• Supportive Culture : Work in a friendly and inclusive environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.
• Comprehensive Benefits : Receive a competitive compensation package including benefits Group RRSP and incentives.
• Professional Growth : Take advantage of opportunities to learn, grow and advance your career.
• Work‑Life Balance : Enjoy flexible work hours that help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance.

If you are looking for a challenging opportunity where your work will make a lasting impact and your career can flourish we want to meet YOU!

Senior Software Developer

We are looking for a Senior Software Developer to join our dynamic team. This role you’ll design and develop cutting‑edge enterprise insurance software solutions, drive key architectural decisions and mentor a talented group of developers. If you’re passionate about solving complex challenges, writing clean and efficient code and working on impactful projects in a fast‑paced innovative environment this is the place for you!

This position can be performed from our office in London, Ontario or remotely within Canada. Remote‑based employees may occasionally be asked to travel to our office for meetings or team‑building events.

Responsibilities

• Write clean, readable and testable code in Java
• Lead the technical design and development of features, applications and systems
• Participate in peer code reviews to strengthen code quality and support team growth
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve production issues from client environments
• Ensure high quality by writing and maintaining automated tests
• Collaborate with senior team members to reduce technical debt and improve overall architecture
• Provide mentorship and guidance to fellow developers promoting best practices and effective problem‑solving
• Act with integrity by making decisions that reflect the values and principles of the development team
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

• University degree or college diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field
• Over 5 years of experience in Java enterprise application development
• Demonstrated capability to lead technical projects and mentor junior developers
• Passionate about writing clean code as well as unit and integration tests
• Knowledge of web front‑end development including JavaScript, TypeScript, Angular, HTML and CSS
• Strong understanding of Git, Maven, Spring and Docker
• Strong SQL background with the ability to write complex queries
• Experience and proficiency in working with Linux
• Experience in working within a team using Agile Methodologies (Kanban)
• Familiarity with the following technologies is a plus: MyBatis, ActiveMQ, WildFly, Alfresco Content Services (ACS), Solr, Redis, Jaspersoft, Selenium, Jenkins and PL / SQL

Equal Employment Opportunities

Cognition is committed to employment equity and welcomes diversity. We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Cognition provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation please contact:

Human Resources

ext. 362

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however only qualified candidates will be contacted for the next steps in the process.

Required Experience

Senior IC

Key Skills

Spring,.NET,C / C++,Go,React,OOP,C#,AWS,Data Structures,Software Development,Java,Distributed Systems

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1