About the role
As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, building, and supporting high‑performance backend services that power complex enterprise platforms. You will be a valued member of a delivery team supporting a large financial services client and will work closely with architects, product owners, and engineering peers to deliver scalable, resilient solutions.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
In this role, you will:
Design, develop, and maintain backend microservices using Java 17 and Spring Boot with a strong focus on performance and reliability.
Build and support event‑driven services using Kafka for high‑throughput, low‑latency data processing.
Collaborate with front‑end, QA, and DevOps teams to deliver end‑to‑end solutions across the full development lifecycle.
Work with relational and/or NoSQL databases to ensure data integrity, performance, and scalability.
Contribute to cloud‑based deployments and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring high availability and operational stability.
Support test automation and participate in code reviews to maintain high engineering standards.
Partner with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into well‑designed technical solutions.
Work model (Hybrid)
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 at least 3 days per week onsite at the client office in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 and may change based on project or client needs. We will always be transparent about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
Minimum 7-10 years of professional experience in software engineering with a strong backend focus.
Advanced proficiency in Java 17 and Spring Boot‑based microservices development.
Hands‑on experience with Kafka and event‑driven architecture patterns.
Strong backend engineering expertise across services, APIs, and databases.
Working knowledge of cloud platforms and modern application deployment practices.
Experience with test automation and quality‑focused development practices.
Ability to work effectively in a client‑facing, on‑site hybrid environment.
These will help you stand out
Experience with OpenShift and/or Kubernetes in enterprise environments.
Exposure to Angular or front‑end integration in full‑stack applications.
Prior experience in investment banking or financial services technology environments.
Familiarity with regulated, high‑availability systems and large‑scale enterprise platforms.
Please note: This role will require an in-person meet and greet at our Cognizant offices or client location.
Applications will be accepted until April 29th, 2026.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $68,422 to $114,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
· Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
· Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
· 401(k) plan and contributions
· Long-term/Short-term Disability
· Paid Parental Leave
· Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge 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, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
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, provincial or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
