Entry-level Software Engineer (Canada)

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Cognizant

Position Overview

With enterprise modernization at the core of what we offer, Cognizant’s Application Development & Management (ADM) practice is essential to our clients’ ability to emerge stronger with high business agility in an increasingly digital world. We help our clients to envision, build, modernize, and operate more innovative and efficient businesses, supported by domain experience, talent investment, and integrated platforms and solutions. As an entry-level Software Engineer at Cognizant, you will analyze, design, program, and test software applications across various industries.

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Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Strong Java application development skills (e.g., Core Java, React JavaScript, Spring framework)

Experience in C#, .NET, VB / ASP development, and databases

Experience with cloud platforms like Azure, OpenShift, AWS

Understanding of software development methodologies

Self-motivated with strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, eager to learn new technologies

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; active participation in team discussions; knowledge of Object-Oriented analysis and design patterns

Ability to collaborate with global project teams

Responsibilities

Develop, modify, and maintain application software

Coordinate with offshore team members for client-specific tasks and enhancements

Monitor and fix software defects to maintain system health

Develop Java / Java EE / Spring microservice APIs, covering full software development lifecycle

Design and develop high-volume, low-latency applications for critical systems

Write efficient, testable code and ensure design compliance

Contribute to continuous improvement by exploring new technologies and architectures

Location(s)

Hybrid work model with 3 days / week in Toronto, ON, at either a client or Cognizant office, supporting work-life balance through wellbeing programs.

Start Date(s)

New hires start in April or July 2025, with exact dates communicated in advance, subject to business needs.

Applications accepted until June 2nd, 2025.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

IT Services, IT Consulting, Business Consulting

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