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Cognizant

Senior Java Developer

Toronto, ON, Canada

Pay: $60,000 to $93,500 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 18, 2026
Experience: 6+ years of experience in enterprise Java application development.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 18, 2026

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About The Role

As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications that drive critical business operations. You will be a valued member of the application development team and work collaboratively with architects, business stakeholders, DevOps teams, and fellow engineers to deliver innovative, high-quality technology solutions.

In This Role, You Will

Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade applications using Java 17+ and Spring Boot.
Build, enhance, and support RESTful APIs and microservices-based solutions.
Develop and optimize SQL queries to ensure application performance, scalability, and data integrity.
Create and maintain Unix shell scripts supporting automation, deployments, and operational processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver business-critical applications.
Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development standards and best practices.
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while ensuring system stability and reliability.
Support application modernization initiatives and drive technical excellence across the development lifecycle.

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 days per week in the client office in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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.

Compensation

The annual salary for this position is expected to be between CAD $60,000 and CAD $93,500 depending on experience, qualifications, skills, and other business-related factors.

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

What You Need To Have To Be Considered

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
6+ years of experience in enterprise Java application development.
Strong hands-on experience with Java 17 or higher.
Proven expertise with Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
Experience developing and supporting RESTful APIs.
Strong SQL and database development skills, including query optimization.
Experience working in Unix/Linux environments and developing shell scripts.
Experience working within Agile software development methodologies.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

These Will Help You Stand Out

Experience working within banking or financial services environments, particularly large enterprise organizations.
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
Experience with cloud-native development and containerization technologies.
Exposure to application performance tuning and enterprise-scale deployments.
Familiarity with software security standards and secure coding practices.

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.

Benefits

Cognizant offers the following benefits for eligible employees:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance and disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid vacation, personal days, and company holidays
Retirement savings programs
Learning and development opportunities, including training and certification programs
Employee recognition and reward programs
Wellness and wellbeing initiatives
Employee discount programs and voluntary benefits

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may vary by province and employment status.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

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Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise-grade applications and microservices using Java 17 and Spring Boot. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize SQL queries, automate processes via shell scripts, and resolve production issues.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of experience in enterprise Java development with expertise in Spring Boot and RESTful APIs. Proficiency in SQL, Unix/Linux environments, and Agile methodologies is essential.

Skills

Java 17
Spring Boot
Microservices
RESTful APIs
SQL
Unix Shell Scripting
Agile
Linux
CI/CD
DevOps
Cloud-native Development
Containerization
Application Performance Tuning
Secure Coding

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Vacation
Personal Days
Company Holidays
Retirement Savings Programs
Learning And Development Opportunities
Employee Recognition And Reward Programs
Wellness And Wellbeing Initiatives
Employee Discount Programs

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Keywords

Java 17
Spring Boot
Microservices
RESTful APIs
SQL
Unix
Linux
Shell Scripting
Agile
CI/CD
DevOps
Cloud-native
Containerization
Performance Tuning
Secure Coding
Enterprise Applications
Banking
Financial Services
Application Modernization

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