Senior Java Engineer

Toronto, Ontario

On-site

Full-time

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Employment type: Full-time · On-site
Posted: September 28, 2026
NOC code: 21231 — Software engineers and designers
Province: Ontario (ON)

Hiring confidence: Sparse posting · 7/100

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Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Engineer with strong hands-on experience building backend services using Java, Spring , and Kafka . This role is deeply technical and requires someone who is comfortable spending at least 60% of their time coding , proactively identifying improvements, and delivering high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate has strong experience with automated testing , observability tools such as Dynatrace , and producing clear, concise technical docum…

This role is based in Ontario. The Canadian NOC code for this position is 21231 — Software engineers and designers. Cognizant is hiring for this full-time position through Jobily, where you can check how well your resume matches the posting before you apply.

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NOC code

21231 — Software engineers and designers. The National Occupational Classification code is what Express Entry, provincial nominee programs and Job Bank use to identify this occupation.

Typical qualifications for Canadian employers

Highly skilled in Java development
Strong hands-on experience building backend services
Experience with Spring framework
Experience with Kafka
Strong automated testing background

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What you'll do

Build backend services using Java, Spring, and Kafka
Spend at least 60% of time on hands-on coding
Proactively identify improvements in systems and processes
Deliver high-quality technical solutions
Implement and maintain automated testing practices
Monitor and optimize system observability
Produce clear and concise technical documentation

What you'll need

Highly skilled in Java development
Strong hands-on experience building backend services
Experience with Spring framework
Experience with Kafka
Strong automated testing background
Familiarity with observability tools such as Dynatrace
Ability to produce clear, concise technical documentation
Comfortable spending at least 60% of time coding