Job Description: Full Stack Tech Lead

Company: Cogency Inc.

Location: Toronto, Canada (Hybrid)

Job Type: Full-Time

Role Overview

Cogency Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Full Stack Tech Lead to spearhead the development of robust, scalable applications. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in Microservices, Spring Boot, and REST APIs, with a passion for leading technical teams and delivering exceptional software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Leadership:

• Lead and mentor a team of developers, ensuring alignment with architectural and coding standards.
• Drive end-to-end technical solutions for complex projects.

1. Full Stack Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Spring Boot and Microservices architecture.
• Build responsive and user-friendly front-end interfaces with modern frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, or Vue.js).

1. API Development:

• Design and implement scalable REST APIs to integrate with external and internal systems.
• Ensure security, performance, and robustness of APIs.

1. Microservices Architecture:

• Develop and manage microservices-based applications, ensuring modularity and scalability.
• Optimize service communication and manage service discovery tools.

1. Agile Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and QA.
• Contribute to Agile ceremonies like sprint planning and retrospectives.

1. Code Quality & Best Practices:

• Ensure high-quality code through unit testing, code reviews, and adherence to best practices.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices to streamline deployment processes.

1. Troubleshooting & Maintenance:

• Identify and resolve application performance bottlenecks.
• Monitor and maintain production systems, ensuring high availability.

Required Qualifications

• Experience:
• 7+ years of experience in software development with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in building and managing full-stack applications.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong backend development experience with Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
• Proficiency in front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and implementation.
• Experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Problem-solving mindset and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with GraphQL APIs.
• Familiarity with messaging systems like Kafka or RabbitMQ.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and working on cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

How to Apply

Send your resume in word format to [email protected]