Senior Java Full Stack Developer
We are seeking a Senior Java Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance web applications. In this role, you will work across both front-end and back-end technologies, leveraging Java, Spring Boot, Angular, and AWS to build robust, efficient solutions. You will play a key role in the software development life cycle, contributing to architectural decisions, optimizing application performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative products. If you have a passion for coding, problem-solving, and working with modern web technologies, we’d love to have you on board.
Location: McLean - VA (Onsite)
You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Onsite position
Responsibilities
• Able to deliver end to end project.
• Experience with java development and aware of java patterns.
• Experience in Spring Boot and Microservices uses for development.
• Experience of development project and developed functionalities using java, j2ee.
• Agile/scrum development experience.
• Good collaboration and communication skills.
• Ready to learn new technologies and perform POC on it.
• Ability to diagnose prod issues and defects.
Qualifications
· 8+ years of Core Java development experience, familiar with Java 7 or higher.
· Experience with java development and aware of java patterns.
· Well versed in Java/Spring/Spring boot stack.
· Experience and expertise in AWS and cloud technologies – ECS, Docker, Lambda, SNS/SQS, Kinesis, Dynamo DB
· Knowledgeable in System Design – Performance Engineering, Vertical/Horizontal Scaling, Application Security, and other Non-Functional aspects
· Experience in relational database with schema design and queries.
· Experience in NodeJS, Angular, HTML, CSS to design/develop rich and responsive user interfaces.
· AWS services (S3, SQS, SNS, ECS, Lambda, AWS Cloud watch etc.)
· Experience on AWS deployed application.
· Must have AWS experience.
· Must have Angular experience.
Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until July 24th, 2025.
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.
Why Choose Cognizant?
Our associates enjoy robust benefits and training opportunities from our industry recognized, award winning Academy team. You will have access to hundreds of technical courses to keep your abilities fresh and have opportunities to acquire certifications on the newest technologies.
If you became comfortable with ambiguity, delight by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you!
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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.
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.
Other employment-related information
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While our system allows applications in all languages, job required language(s) and proficiency level(s) vary. However, basic English proficiency is required for Company-wide communications purposes. Further, for roles located in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required to communicate with our global clients.