Cognizant

Senior Java Developer (Open for remote)

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15 hours ago
Halifax, CanadaSenior

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain enterprise applications using Java 8/11/17+ and Spring Boot.
  • Build and support scalable microservices architectures and distributed systems.
  • Develop and integrate RESTful APIs across multiple applications and services.
  • Create automation tools, scripts, and supporting services using Python.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performing solutions.
  • Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and architectural discussions.
  • Ensure applications meet security, scalability, maintainability, and reliability standards.

Requirements

  • At least 6 years of experience developing enterprise applications using Java.
  • Strong proficiency with Spring Boot and the Spring ecosystem, including Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA, Spring Security, and Spring Cloud.
  • Hands-on experience designing and building microservices architectures and distributed systems.
  • Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
  • Proficiency in Python for scripting, automation, or service development.
  • Strong understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and object-oriented programming.
  • Experience with Git and modern version control practices.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Strong troubleshooting, debugging, problem-solving, communication, and independent-working skills.
  • Preferred experience with AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Kafka, RabbitMQ, cloud-native architectures, container orchestration, and large-scale enterprise applications.
  • Preferred experience working in Agile and Scrum development environments.

Benefits

  • Remote position open to qualified applicants in Canada.
  • Wellbeing programs supporting work-life balance and physical, mental, and financial well-being.
  • Eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual performance-based bonus.
  • Base salary ranges from CAD $60,000 to CAD $95,000 per year.
  • Applications are accepted until September 30, 2026.
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About Cognizant

10,000+ employees

Cognizant is a public IT services and consulting firm that designs, builds, and runs enterprise technology, including digital engineering, cloud modernization, data/AI, and managed services. It sells consulting, systems integration, and outsourcing on multi-year engagements to large enterprises in healthcare, banking, retail, communications, and manufacturing. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, Cognizant is NASDAQ-listed (CTSH) and a Fortune 500 company.

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