Senior Mobile Solutions Lead
- Toronto, ON, Canada
$60,000 to $95,000 CAD / year · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $60,000 to $95,000 CAD / year
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 6-10 years of experience in enterprise software development.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
We are seeking an experienced 6-10 years of experience Senior Mobile Solutions Lead to drive the design and development of mobile and backend solutions supporting the Life & Annuities Insurance domain. This role will focus on delivering scalable REST API services and modern mobile applications across Android and iOS platforms while ensuring secure, reliable, and engaging digital experiences for policyholders and business users.
The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in mobile technologies, API development, and insurance business processes, with the ability to lead technical initiatives and collaborate across cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
Salary Range: CAD $60,000 - $95,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to applicable plan terms.
Why Cognizant?
At Cognizant, we help businesses modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform customer experiences. We are looking for talented professionals who are passionate about innovation and delivering impactful digital solutions. Even if you do not meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply and showcase your transferable skills and unique experiences.
Work Authorization
Candidate must be legally authorized to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
Benefits
Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Applications will be accepted until October 1, 2026, or until a sufficient pool of qualified candidates has been identified.
The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in mobile technologies, API development, and insurance business processes, with the ability to lead technical initiatives and collaborate across cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable REST API services supporting life and annuities insurance applications.
- Build and enhance Android applications using Kotlin, Java, and Android SDK, ensuring high performance and exceptional user experiences.
- Develop and maintain native iOS applications using Xcode and related frameworks.
- Create and support cross-platform mobile features using React Native and TypeScript.
- Partner with product owners, business stakeholders, and insurance SMEs to transform business requirements into technical solutions.
- Support insurance business functions including policy administration, claims, billing, servicing, and customer engagement.
- Perform code reviews and champion development best practices, including performance optimization, security, and maintainability.
- Develop and execute unit and integration testing strategies to ensure application stability and reliability.
- Monitor mobile and backend application performance and implement improvements to enhance user satisfaction.
- Collaborate with QA, support, and operations teams to resolve production issues and optimize delivery processes.
- Produce and maintain technical documentation, API specifications, and architectural artifacts.
- Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and regulatory requirements applicable to the insurance industry.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives through evaluation and adoption of modern technologies and development practices.
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to development teams operating within a hybrid work environment.
- 6-10 years of experience in enterprise software development.
- Strong experience designing and implementing REST APIs and backend integrations.
- Advanced Android development experience using Kotlin, Java, and Android SDK.
- Experience developing native iOS applications using Xcode and associated frameworks.
- Hands-on experience with React Native and TypeScript.
- Strong understanding of software architecture, application security, testing methodologies, and development best practices.
- Experience working within Agile teams and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and technical leadership skills.
Salary Range: CAD $60,000 - $95,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to applicable plan terms.
Why Cognizant?
At Cognizant, we help businesses modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform customer experiences. We are looking for talented professionals who are passionate about innovation and delivering impactful digital solutions. Even if you do not meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply and showcase your transferable skills and unique experiences.
Work Authorization
Candidate must be legally authorized to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
Benefits
Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) / Retirement Savings Program
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Applications will be accepted until October 1, 2026, or until a sufficient pool of qualified candidates has been identified.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and maintenance of secure REST APIs and mobile applications for Android, iOS, and cross-platform use in the life and annuities insurance domain. Collaborate with business and technical teams to deliver reliable solutions, support insurance processes, improve application performance and quality, and provide technical leadership.
Requirements
Requires 6–10 years of enterprise software development experience, including strong REST API and backend integration skills and advanced Android development with Kotlin, Java, and Android SDK. Candidates must also have native iOS and React Native/TypeScript experience, understand architecture, security, and testing practices, and be effective Agile collaborators and technical leaders.
Skills
- REST API Development
- Android Development
- Kotlin
- Java
- Android SDK
- iOS Development
- Xcode
- React Native
- TypeScript
- Backend Integrations
- Software Architecture
- Application Security
- Unit Testing
- Integration Testing
- Technical Leadership
- Agile
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Savings Program
- Short-Term Disability Coverage
- Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Technology
- Software
- Management & Leadership
- Consulting
Keywords
- Life Insurance
- Annuities
- Policy Administration
- Claims
- Billing
- Customer Servicing
- Customer Engagement
- REST APIs
- Backend Integrations
- Android
- Kotlin
- Java
- Android SDK
- iOS
- Xcode
- React Native
- TypeScript
- Software Architecture
- Application Security
- Privacy
- Regulatory Compliance
- Unit Testing
- Integration Testing
- Agile
- Performance Optimization
- Code Reviews
- Technical Documentation
- API Specifications
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Technical Mentorship