About the role
As a Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting enterprise-grade applications that are critical to business operations. You will be a valued member of the Application Development and Support team and will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including architects, support teams, and business stakeholders, to deliver stable, scalable, and high-performing solutions.
In this role, you will:
Design, develop, enhance, and support Java/J2EE applications across the full SDLC, including production support (L2+/L3).
Build and maintain RESTful services and integrations using Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Cloud, and related frameworks.
Perform end-to-end production support activities including incident, problem, and change management within defined SLAs.
Work across multi-tier environments and application servers such as Tomcat, JBoss, WebSphere, and WebLogic.
Collaborate with DevOps, database, and operations teams to deploy, monitor, and stabilize applications using CI/CD pipelines and scheduling tools.
What you need to have to be considered
4+ years of hands-on Java/J2EE development experience with strong exposure to L2+/L3 support models.
Advanced experience with Java, Spring Framework (Spring Core, MVC, Boot, Integration, Cloud), REST APIs, Hibernate, JSP, Servlets, JDBC, and JavaScript/HTML.
Strong experience working in multi-tier and multi-server environments including Tomcat, JBoss, WebSphere, and WebLogic.
Advanced hands-on experience with relational databases such as Oracle, DB2, and Sybase, including PL/SQL.
Proficiency with Unix/Linux environments and scripting (Shell/Perl), including batch job and scheduler monitoring using tools like Autosys, Procmon, and Crontab.
These will help you stand out
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Git, Jenkins, and related deployment automation frameworks.
Hands-on experience using IDEs such as Eclipse and NetBeans for enterprise application development.
Exposure to production monitoring, ticketing, and workflow tools such as Jira and ServiceNow.
Strong understanding of SDLC, change management, and release processes in regulated or enterprise environments.
Ability to independently manage production fixes and execute end-to-end deployments with minimal supervision.
Work model: Onsite
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Dallas, TX or New York, NY.
Additional Information
We’re excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don’t hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that set you apart.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.*
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $83,250 – $112,500 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
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Paid Holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term and Short-term Disability
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.
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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.