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Sr. Software Engineer B3

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Job Summary

Sr Software Engineer B3 will design and deliver high performance enterprise services using DevOps Kubernetes and PL SQL or MySQL in a hybrid work model. The role focuses on building scalable transactional platforms that support finance and accounting processes ensuring reliability security and maintainability while collaborating with cross functional teams in a day shift schedule.


Responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot to support core business workflows and high volume data processing in a hybrid work environment.
  • Develop and optimize Kafka based event streaming pipelines to ensure resilient data exchange between distributed systems with a strong focus on throughput latency and fault tolerance.
  • Create robust relational database schemas and complex PL SQL or MySQL queries to guarantee data integrity efficient retrieval and reliable transactional processing.
  • Refactor legacy components and integrate new microservices into existing enterprise ecosystems to improve maintainability performance and long term system sustainability.
  • Collaborate closely with product analysts and quality teams to translate finance and accounting requirements into clear technical solutions that align with organizational objectives.
  • Implement comprehensive unit integration and component tests to maintain high code quality reduce regression issues and support continuous delivery practices.
  • Monitor application performance logs and metrics to identify bottlenecks and proactively drive tuning efforts that enhance user experience and system stability.
  • Apply secure coding practices and enforce access control policies to protect sensitive financial data and support compliance with internal audit standards.
  • Participate in design and code review sessions to share expert level feedback promote engineering excellence and ensure adherence to established development guidelines.
  • Document system designs technical decisions and deployment procedures to support knowledge sharing efficient onboarding and long term operational continuity.
  • Coordinate with infrastructure and DevOps teams to support smooth builds deployments and environment configurations for reliable day shift operations.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating new tools and approaches that can streamline development workflows and reduce operational overhead.
  • Engage with stakeholders to clarify requirements manage technical risks and provide realistic effort estimations that help deliver predictable project outcomes.


Qualifications

  • Showcase advanced proficiency in Java and Spring Boot including experience building secure scalable and maintainable microservices for complex business domains.
  • Demonstrate hands on expertise with Kafka including design of topics consumer groups and message processing patterns for reliable event driven architectures.
  • Exhibit strong skills in PL SQL or MySQL encompassing query tuning stored procedures and schema design for high volume transactional systems.
  • Apply solid understanding of finance and accounting concepts as a desirable domain skill to better interpret functional requirements and validate system behaviors.
  • Utilize practical knowledge of hybrid work models modern collaboration tools and agile methods to stay aligned with distributed cross functional teams.
  • Display familiarity with core software engineering practices such as version control automated testing and continuous integration to maintain consistent delivery quality.
  • Illustrate effective communication and problem solving abilities that support clear requirement discussions technical documentation and constructive peer collaboration.

About Cognizant: 
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

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Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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