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Software Engineer

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Job Summary

Principal Software Engineer role in a global organization focused on designing resilient enterprise solutions using Core Java and SQL WAS/TOMEE/Linux/DB2 for complex business platforms in a hybrid work environment within day shifts. The role requires 13 to 14 years of experience building scalable applications that enhance customer value and operational efficiency while ensuring high quality engineering practices.


Responsibilities

Domain Experience-Travel

  • Design and implement robust Core Java applications that handle complex business workflows and large data volumes while maintaining high reliability and performance standards
  • Develop efficient SQL queries and database schemas that ensure optimized data retrieval and storage for critical transactional and analytical systems
  • Architect modular and reusable software components that support long term maintainability and simplify future enhancements across multiple enterprise applications
  • Collaborate with cross functional engineering and product teams to translate business needs into detailed technical designs that deliver clear and measurable outcomes
  • Review and refine code contributions from other engineers to uphold secure coding practices consistency and adherence to internal engineering guidelines
  • Optimize existing services and data access layers by identifying performance bottlenecks and applying tuning techniques that improve response times and resource usage
  • Create detailed technical documentation that describes system design decisions data models integration patterns and operational procedures for ongoing support
  • Guide peers in adopting modern Core Java patterns libraries and testing practices that improve code quality reliability and ease of maintenance across services
  • Coordinate with quality engineering partners to define comprehensive test strategies that include unit integration and regression coverage for critical functionalities
  • Support production environments by analyzing incidents identifying root causes and implementing durable fixes that prevent recurrence and enhance system stability
  • Collaborate with cloud and infrastructure teams to align application deployment configurations with organizational standards for security scalability and observability
  • Drive continuous improvement by introducing tools and processes that enhance developer productivity code review efficiency and overall delivery cycle time
  • Ensure compliance with data governance and security controls by applying appropriate validation access control and logging practices in Core Java and SQL implementations


Qualifications

  • Demonstrate extensive hands on experience of more than a decade working with Core Java to build enterprise grade services frameworks and backend components
  • Exhibit strong proficiency in writing complex SQL queries designing normalized schemas and tuning databases to support high volume transactional systems
  • Apply deep understanding of object oriented design design patterns and clean code principles to create maintainable solutions that reduce technical debt
  • Use experience with frameworks in the Java ecosystem such as dependency injection and persistence libraries to streamline development and integration work
  • Bring practical exposure to automated testing using unit and integration testing tools that help maintain reliability through frequent releases
  • Show familiarity with version control practices code branching strategies and code review workflows that support collaborative development in distributed teams
  • Demonstrate experience working in hybrid work environments using collaboration tools to coordinate effectively with stakeholders and engineering partners
  • Prefer exposure to performance tuning of Java applications and SQL databases to ensure stable response times for critical business operations
  • Prefer familiarity with continuous integration and continuous delivery practices that support safe and predictable deployments within enterprise environments

About Cognizant: 
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap 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, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai 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.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] for roles based in the Americas or [email protected] for roles based in India.

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