Description - External
Cognizant’s Digital Engineering practice is seeking a highly qualified Senior Java Developer (Hybrid) with 8+ year of experience developing and building high-performing, scalable, enterprise applications. You will be part of a digital software team that works on high-demand applications. Our engineers have a passion for high-quality, reliable and maintainable code. You will work side by side with product managers, designers, and clients, making decisions together to quickly deliver valuable working software to clients and their users. Our engineers are agile and retrospective, and not afraid to identify what we’re doing wrong, so we can fix it, and what we’re doing right, so we can improve on it. Above all, we judge success by the success of our team and the happiness of our customers.
Cognizant Digital Engineering If you’re like us, you’ve got big ideas. At Cognizant, we’re exploring new ideas every day. We help industry leading companies reinvent their business models and innovate products that create new value—by connecting people with things, insights and experiences. Cognizant digital engineering designs, engineers and delivers digital products and experiences that drive digital-first business models. We offer the most comprehensive digital engineering expertise and client-centric methodology for sustainable innovation.
Location: Mount Laurel - NJ (Hybrid)
*You must be legally authorized to work in the USA without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future*
Responsibilities
· Develop and maintain high-quality, scalable software solutions using Java, Spring Boot Microservices and Spring Framework to meet business requirements.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to design, implement, and deliver efficient and scalable architecture solutions.
· Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring high performance, reliability, and minimal impact on delivery timelines.
· Conduct code reviews, perform testing, and enforce best practices to maintain high standards of code quality and security compliance.
· Drive continuous improvement by adopting modern development practices, Agile methodologies, and innovative solutions, while contributing effectively in a hybrid work environment.
Qualifications:
· 8+ years of experience with strong expertise in Spring Boot Microservices and Spring Framework, building robust and scalable applications.
· Proven ability to design and implement scalable architectures, with strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
· Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), CI/CD pipelines, and modern development practices.
· Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working effectively in cross-functional teams and hybrid environments.
· Knowledge of Cards and Payments domain, along with experience in building resilient systems and exposure to analytics tools (e.g., Adobe Analytics), is a plus.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until June 15th, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $ 81,337 $ 163,000 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
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
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.
Additional employment information
Compensation 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.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
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, state or local laws.
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