Technical Lead – Java (Backend Engineering)

Technical Lead – Java (Backend Engineering) About the role As a
Technical 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 scalable
Java‑based microservices and APIs
with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability
Lead architecture decisions and implement
cloud‑native backend solutions
supporting large‑scale, high‑availability systems
Provide hands‑on technical leadership, guiding teams on
design patterns, coding standards, and engineering best practices
Collaborate closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into
robust technical solutions
Mentor engineers through code reviews, knowledge sharing, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
Build and deploy applications on
cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or OpenShift)
using containerization and orchestration technologies
Drive
CI/CD automation
and improve engineering efficiency using modern tools and practices
Ensure system quality through
testing strategies, monitoring, and production support
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 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 considered
10+ years of experience in
Java backend development
Strong expertise in
Spring Boot, microservices architecture, REST APIs, SQL, and Spring Security
Hands‑on experience with
cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or OpenShift)
Proficiency with
containerization 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 environment
Strong understanding of
system design, scalability, and performance optimization
These will help you stand out
Experience with
AI‑assisted development tools
such as GitHub Copilot or similar
Exposure to
monitoring and observability tools
(e.g., Splunk, Dynatrace)
Familiarity with frontend frameworks such as
Angular
Experience in
banking or financial services domain
Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to thrive in fast‑paced, distributed environments
Canadian 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.
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