Senior Java Backend Developer; Hybrid

As a Senior Java Backend Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable cloud-native applications and microservices that power critical customer-facing platforms. You will be a valued member of the Engineering team and collaborate closely with architects, product owners, Dev Ops engineers, and technology stakeholders to deliver high-quality enterprise solutions.

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java-based applications and microservices using Spring Boot and Spring Cloud.
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs using domain-driven design and hexagonal architecture principles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into secure and resilient technical solutions.
• Drive application performance, availability, and reliability through observability, monitoring, and proactive troubleshooting.
• Participate in architecture discussions, proof of concepts (PoCs), and solution design initiatives that support enterprise product strategy.
• Implement and support CI/CD pipelines, automated testing practices, and Dev Ops-driven delivery models.
• Troubleshoot production and performance issues using telemetry, log management, and application performance monitoring tools.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, innovation, ownership, and knowledge sharing across the team.

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 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 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.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience developing enterprise applications using Java technologies.
• Strong hands-on experience with Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Spring Cloud.
• Experience developing and deploying cloud-native microservices and REST APIs.
• Solid understanding of OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect (OIDC) authentication and authorization frameworks.
• Knowledge of secure application development and cloud security best practices.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and Dev Ops practices, including Jenkins and test automation.
• Strong experience working with relational databases such as Oracle or SQL Server and No
  
  SQL databases such as MongoDB.
• Proven ability to build highly available, low-latency, and resilient distributed systems.
• Experience with observability frameworks, telemetry solutions, and production monitoring.
• Ability to independently analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical and business challenges.

• Experience with modern front-end technologies such as Angular or React and their integration with backend services.
• Familiarity with Open Telemetry implementation and distributed tracing practices.
• Experience applying resilience patterns, including Circuit Breaker architecture.
• Hands-on experience with log management and monitoring tools such as Splunk and Datadog.
• Experience using Dynatrace for application performance monitoring and root cause analysis.
• Exposure to cloud-native architecture patterns and enterprise-scale system design.
• Experience participating in solution design workshops, technical innovation initiatives, or proof-of-concept development.

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