About the Role
As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing and developing scalable, high-performance backend solutions that support critical business applications. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with architects, product owners, developers, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver innovative cloud-native solutions.
In This Role, You Will:
- Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using Java and modern microservices architectures.
- Build scalable REST APIs and event-driven services for enterprise applications.
- Develop cloud-native solutions leveraging reactive programming frameworks and distributed systems.
- Collaborate with Agile teams to drive technical design, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure application reliability, security, performance, and scalability.
- Participate in code reviews, testing activities, and engineering best practices.
- Leverage Generative AI tools to enhance productivity and software development processes.
Work Model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance at a Cognizant or client office based on project and business needs. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured, we will always be clear about role expectations.
What You Need to Have to Be Considered
- 7+ years of experience developing enterprise backend applications using Java/J2EE.
- Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and reactive programming frameworks.
- Experience designing and developing REST APIs and microservices-based applications.
- Experience with messaging technologies, distributed systems, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Knowledge of MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or other NoSQL/document databases.
- Familiarity with security principles and modern authentication and authorization protocols.
- Experience with software development tools such as Git, Jenkins, Jira, and Confluence.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
These Will Help You Stand Out
- Experience using Generative AI tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Codex, or similar AI-assisted development platforms.
- Experience developing applications using Kotlin.
- Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and automated testing frameworks.
- Passion for learning and adopting emerging technologies and industry best practices.
- High-energy, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality software.
- Passion for delivering quality software in a fast-paced Agile environment.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position depends 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.
Sobre a Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) é uma construtora de IA e fornecedora de serviços de tecnologia, criando a ponte entre o investimento em IA e o valor para as empresas por meio do desenvolvimento de soluções de IA completas para nossos clientes. Nossa profunda experiência em setores, processos e engenharia nos permite incorporar o contexto único de cada organização em sistemas tecnológicos que potencializam a capacidade humana, geram resultados tangíveis e mantêm empresas globais à frente em um mundo em rápida transformação. Saiba mais em cognizant.ai ou @cognizant.
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A Cognizant é uma empregadora que investe em equidade. Sua candidatura não será pautada em raça, cor, gênero, sexualidade, credo, origem, deficiência, gravidez ou qualquer outra característica protegida pelas leis brasileiras.
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