Technical Lead – Java (Backend Engineering)(Hybrid)

Technical Lead – Java (Backend Engineering)
About the role
As aTechnical Lead – Java , you will make an impact by designing and delivering scalable, high-performance backend services for customer-facing banking platforms. You will be a valued member of a cross-functional Agile team and work collaboratively with architects, product owners, and engineering teams to build modern, cloud-native solutions.Please note, this role cannot offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.In this role, you will:Design, develop, and own scalableJava‑based microservices and APIswith a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainabilityLead architecture decisions and implementcloud‑native backend solutionssupporting large‑scale, high‑availability systemsProvide hands‑on technical leadership, guiding teams ondesign patterns, coding standards, and engineering best practicesCollaborate closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements intorobust technical solutionsMentor engineers through code reviews, knowledge sharing, and fostering a culture of continuous improvementBuild and deploy applications oncloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or OpenShift)using containerization and orchestration technologiesDriveCI/CD automationand improve engineering efficiency using modern tools and practicesEnsure system quality throughtesting strategies, monitoring, and production supportWork 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 ahybrid position requiring 4 days a week in a client office in Toronto, Ontario . Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work‑life balance through our wellbeing programs.The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on project and client requirements.What you need to have to be considered10+ years of experience inJava backend developmentStrong expertise inSpring Boot, microservices architecture, REST APIs, SQL, and Spring SecurityHands‑on experience withcloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or OpenShift)Proficiency withcontainerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions)Proven experience in leading technical teams and driving delivery in an Agile environmentStrong understanding ofsystem design, scalability, and performance optimizationThese will help you stand outExperience withAI‑assisted development toolssuch as GitHub Copilot or similarExposure tomonitoring and observability tools(e.g., Splunk, Dynatrace)Familiarity with frontend frameworks such asAngularExperience inbanking or financial services domainStrong problem‑solving skills and ability to thrive in fast‑paced, distributed environmentsCanadian Pay Transparency Statement
We regularly assess market data to ensure we offer a competitive compensation package for our associates. The base salary for this position ranges between $ 71,000 to $112,000 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr