Lead Java Kafka Full Stack Developer
At Cognizant, our global community sets us apart—an upbeat, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. And with projects at the forefront of innovation, you can build a multifaceted, rewarding career and draw inspiration from dedicated colleagues and leaders. Cognizant is right where you belong!
Role Overview: We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Lead Full Stack Developer with 12+ years of expertise in designing and developing scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate should have deep knowledge of Java, Spring boot, Spring Securities, Restful APIs, MYSQL, Agile, Azure, Microservices, Kafka, MQ and ReactJS
What You Bring to the Role:
- Overall 12+ years of hands-on experience in Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot and Spring Securities
- Strong expertise in Microservices architecture, Kafka and MQ building scalable distributed applications
- Proficiency in MYSQL Server for database design, stored procedures, query optimization, and performance tuning
- Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and authentication mechanisms (OAuth, JWT, etc.)
- Familiarity with DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms Azure.
What You'll Do:
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and secure applications using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot.
- Architect and implement microservices-based solutions ensuring seamless integration across distributed systems.
- Work with SQL Server to design database schemas, optimize queries, and ensure data integrity.
- Implement messaging solutions using JMS and Kafka to enable reliable asynchronous communication between services.
- Develop and maintain React-based frontend applications, ensuring seamless user experiences.
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and secure applications using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot.
- Architect and implement microservices-based solutions ensuring seamless integration across distributed systems.
- Work with SQL Server to design database schemas, optimize queries, and ensure data integrity.
- Implement messaging solutions using JMS and Kafka to enable reliable asynchronous communication between services.
- Develop and maintain React-based frontend applications, ensuring seamless user experiences.
Working arrangements:
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 three days a week in a client OR Cognizant office in Toronto. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
Note: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. They may be subject to change based on the specific project and business requirements. However, we will always communicate any changes and be transparent about role expectations.
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 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.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. 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 protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
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While our system allows application in all languages, job required language(s) and proficiency level(s) vary. However, basic English proficiency is required for Company-wide communications purposes.
About us
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.