Full-Stack Engineer
Java · Microservices · Cloud-Native
Day-to-day responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain scalable microservices using Java SpringBoot and Python, ensuring high availability and performance across distributed systems.
- Develop and optimize MongoDB schemas and queries to support fast, reliable data access at scale.
- Build and maintain responsive front-end features using React and Node.js, collaborating closely with product and design teams.
- Manage and improve CI/CD pipelines via Jenkins and GitLab to enable fast, reliable software delivery.
- Containerize and orchestrate services using Docker and Kubernetes, supporting seamless deployments in cloud or hybrid environments.
- Participate in architecture discussions, contributing to microservice design decisions, API standards, and system integrations.
- Investigate, diagnose, and resolve production incidents and performance bottlenecks across the full stack.
- Mentor junior engineers through code reviews, documentation, and engineering best practices.
What we're looking for
- 4+ years of hands-on software engineering experience with Java SpringBoot and/or Python in production environments.
- Strong command of microservice architecture patterns — API design, service decomposition, event-driven communication.
- Solid experience with MongoDB including schema design, indexing strategies, and query optimization.
- Working knowledge of React and Node.js for front-end and API layer development.
- Proficiency with CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitLab CI) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Comfort working in Unix/Linux environments with shell scripting and command-line tooling.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a structured approach to root-cause analysis.
- 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.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
- Applications will be accepted until May 2nd , 2026
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Annual base salary
$74,000 – $95,000
Commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, subject to performance and the terms of applicable plans.
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage
Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) retirement plan with company contributions
Short-term and Long-term Disability coverage
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
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.
