Software development jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 6, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 3,962
Employers: 1,441

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $115,434Across 452 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $141,517Across 110 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $52.48Across 74 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 10%400 listings
Hybrid: 41%1,629 listings
On-site: 48%1,902 listings

Not specified: 1% (31 listings)

Employers hiring include Amazon (104), Genetec (62), Electronic Arts (50).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Software development jobs in Canada

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Senior Software Engineer, Multiple Teams
Relay
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
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Software Developer
Foniva Inc.
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Audio Software Engineer - EA SPORTS™ NHL
EA SPORTS
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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Advanced DevOps Games Software Engineer - American Football
EA SPORTS
Victoria, BC
- Temporary
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Java Full Stack Developer (Onsite, Markham, Ontario)
HR POD Careers
Markham, ON
- Full-time
10+ years of software development experience, with strong expertise in full-stack application development.
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Software Developer
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Ottawa, ON · Kanata, Ontario, Canada
- $100,900 to $150,900 CAD / year
- Full-time
Software DeveloperThis position is for an existing vacancy. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply.This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work…
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Software Engineer - Backend & AI Code Evaluation
Gramian Consulting Group
Remote, Canada
- Contract
- Remote
…and engineering talent solutions. With a strong background in software engineering and leadership, we help companies build high-performing teams by matching them with professionals who…
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Software Development Engineer (Chip Product Security)
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Markham, ON
- Full-time
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Software Developer II
ForeFlight
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Software Application Developer Hybrid in Montreal
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Développeur(euse) logiciel / Software Developer - Dynamics / Power Platform
Genetec
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
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Senior Software Developer
P&P Optica
Waterloo, ON
- $110,000 to $115,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
…We apply a complex and highly sophisticated mix of hardware, software and huge datasets to improve both the safety and quality of the food we…
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Senior Backend Engineer
Chexy
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Software Engineer, Machine Learning
Chorus AI
Toronto, ON
- $150,000 to $170,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Software Engineer, Full-Stack
Ema
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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Associate Software Engineer
Infoblox
Burnaby, BC
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Software QA Engineer
Infoblox
Burnaby, BC
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Senior Full Stack Developer (Java/React)
Luxoft
Toronto, ON
- Contract
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Senior Full Stack Developer – Java / Angular
ThoughtStorm
Toronto, ON
- Contract
8+ years of hands-on Java development experience building large-scale, production-grade business applications and REST APIs.
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Senior Java Software Engineer
Pacer Group
Toronto, ON
- $130,000 to $135,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
full-stack development expertise with hands-on experience in Java, Angular/React, and REST APIs.
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Java Software Engineer
Wissen Technology
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Senior Full Stack Developer (Contract)
BIMM
Toronto, ON
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Ingénieurs en logiciel / Software Engineer
Cattron Global
Montreal, QC · St. Laurent, QC
- Full-time
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Senior Full Stack Developer (Contract)
BIMM
Toronto, ON
- Contract
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Senior Network Communications Software Developer
Frequentis
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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Staff Web Developer / SaaS / React / Toronto
Motion Recruitment
Toronto, ON
- Full-time

Cognizant

Senior Cloud Architect

Mississauga, ON, Canada

$100,000 to $140,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $100,000 to $140,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 22, 2026
Experience: 10+ years of experience in software engineering, cloud architecture, and enterprise application development.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 22, 2026

Original job description

About The Role

As a Senior Cloud Architect, you will make an impact by designing, architecting, and optimizing cloud-native enterprise solutions that improve reliability, scalability, security, and performance across AWS and Azure environments. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with architects, product owners, developers, and business stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that support transportation and logistics operations.

In This Role, You Will

Architect and design scalable cloud-native applications using Java and Angular across AWS and Azure platforms.
Lead the development of secure, high-performing enterprise solutions that support critical business processes and integrations.
Define cloud architecture standards, security best practices, and modernization strategies to improve reliability and operational efficiency.
Drive automation through CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure best practices, and cloud-native monitoring solutions.
Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions and guide cloud migration and modernization initiatives.

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 2-3 days per week in a Cognizant or client office in Mississauga, 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 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.

What You Need To Have To Be Considered

10+ years of experience in software engineering, cloud architecture, and enterprise application development.
Extensive experience designing and implementing cloud-native enterprise applications using Java and Angular.
Hands-on expertise with AWS and Azure cloud platforms.
Strong experience developing secure and scalable backend services, APIs, and distributed systems using Core Java.
Proven ability to architect cloud solutions with a focus on performance, resiliency, observability, and cost optimization.
Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and production monitoring solutions.
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills with the ability to translate business requirements into technical architectures.

These will help you stand out

AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification.
Experience leading cloud migration, modernization, or transformation initiatives.
Experience supporting transportation, logistics, or supply chain platforms.
Knowledge of cloud security, identity management, governance, and compliance frameworks.
Experience mentoring engineering teams and providing architectural leadership across complex programs.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Salary And Other Compensation

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 $100,000.00 – $140,000.00 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.

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Responsibilities

You will design and architect scalable cloud-native enterprise solutions across AWS and Azure platforms to improve reliability and performance. Additionally, you will lead modernization initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into secure technical architectures.

Requirements

Candidates must have 10+ years of experience in software engineering and cloud architecture with hands-on expertise in Java, Angular, AWS, and Azure. Strong skills in CI/CD, distributed systems, and stakeholder management are essential for this role.

Skills

Cloud Architecture
Java
Angular
AWS
Azure
Software Engineering
CI/CD
Infrastructure Automation
Distributed Systems
API Development
Cloud Migration
System Modernization
Stakeholder Management
Cloud Security
Identity Management
Governance

Benefits

Wellbeing programs
Performance-based bonus
Physical wellbeing support
Mental wellbeing support
Financial wellbeing support

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Cloud Architect
AWS
Azure
Java
Angular
Cloud-native
CI/CD
Automation
Distributed Systems
APIs
Observability
Cost Optimization
Cloud Migration
Modernization
Identity Management
Governance
Compliance
Transportation
Logistics
Supply Chain
Software Engineering
Infrastructure
Monitoring

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