Job Summary
API Developer - Sr Software Engineer B3 role involves designing and delivering scalable microservices based applications using Python Core Java JavaScript Spring Boot SQL and GCP. The role focuses on building resilient cloud native solutions improving system performance and ensuring high quality code that supports business growth and creates reliable digital experiences for customers.
Responsibilities
Design and implement robust microservices based applications that support complex business processes and deliver reliable functionality across distributed systems while maintaining high performance and scalabilityDevelop clean and efficient backend services using Core Java and Spring Boot to handle data intensive workloads and ensure seamless integration with frontend interfaces and external systemsBuild and optimize Python components for data processing and automation tasks to streamline workflows and enhance the efficiency and responsiveness of enterprise applicationsCreate and maintain JavaScript based user interface components that provide intuitive and accessible experiences while ensuring compatibility with the underlying microservices architectureArchitect and refine SQL database schemas and queries to guarantee data integrity optimize query performance and support analytics and reporting needs across multiple environmentsUtilize GCP services to design deploy and monitor cloud native solutions that provide secure scalable and cost effective platforms for critical business applicationsApply best practices in code review unit testing integration testing and refactoring to improve code quality reduce defects and support long term maintainability of complex systemsCollaborate closely with cross functional teams in a hybrid work model to translate business requirements into technical solutions that align with organizational goals and customer expectationsTroubleshoot and resolve production issues by analyzing logs metrics and error patterns to restore service quickly and prevent recurrence through targeted improvements and documentationEnhance application performance and reliability by identifying bottlenecks implementing caching and tuning resource utilization to provide stable experiences under varying workloadsDocument technical designs service contracts and deployment procedures in a clear and comprehensive manner to support knowledge sharing onboarding and operational continuityContribute to continuous improvement initiatives by proposing tooling process enhancements and coding standards that increase development velocity and overall product qualityEnsure compliance with security and data protection standards by implementing appropriate controls validations and monitoring within microservices and cloud based components
Qualifications
Demonstrate extensive experience in designing and implementing microservices based architectures with a strong focus on scalability resilience and modularity for large scale enterprise systemsPossess advanced proficiency in Core Java and Spring Boot including experience with building RESTful services handling concurrency and optimizing application performanceShow strong hands on expertise with Python for scripting automation and backend service development while maintaining readability and reliability in complex codebasesBring solid working knowledge of SQL including schema design complex joins indexing and performance tuning to support transactional and analytical workloadsApply practical experience with GCP services such as compute storage and managed databases to deploy secure and scalable cloud solutions for production environmentsExhibit capability in JavaScript development for building and maintaining responsive user interfaces that interact efficiently with backend APIs and microservicesOffer experience working in hybrid teams using collaboration and version control tools to manage code reviews continuous integration pipelines and shared technical assets
Certifications Required
Preferred certifications include GCP Professional Cloud Developer or GCP Professional Cloud Architect and Java or Spring framework related certifications
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
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