We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Java Full Stack Developer (React) with expertise in Java, React, JavaScript, PL/SQL, MySQL, SQL, and Spring Boot to join our dynamic and innovative development team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that span the full software development lifecycle, from initial design and coding to testing, deployment, and maintenance. The ideal candidate will be passionate about building scalable, efficient, and user-friendly applications using modern technologies and frameworks. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, UX/UI designers, and fellow engineers to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business and technical requirements.
What you will do
Develop, test, and deploy scalable and high-performance web applications using Java, Spring Boot, React, and JavaScript.
Design, write, and optimize PL/SQL queries and manage relational databases such as MySQL and SQL Server for data storage and retrieval.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features in a timely and efficient manner.
Implement responsive user interfaces with React.js that provide excellent user experience across devices.
Maintain and improve existing codebases while ensuring reliability, security, and scalability of applications.

What we expect
Minimum 7+ years in Java programming and experience with Spring Boot framework for backend development.
Hands-on experience with React and JavaScript for building rich and responsive front-end applications.
Expertise in PL/SQL programming and managing databases with MySQL, SQL, or equivalent relational database systems.
Solid understanding of SQL query optimization, database design, and data modeling principles.
Familiarity with RESTful API design and integration of front-end applications with backend services.
Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments with version control systems like Git.
At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We encourage you to apply if you have most of the skills above and feel like you are strongly suited for this role.
Consider what transferable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you’d be beneficial to this role.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

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 $ 69,750– $ 110,500 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.
Working arrangements
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 3-4 days a week in a client office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though 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.