Cognizant

Senior Java Developer

Cognizant
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21 days ago

Base Salary

$60k - $94k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, Spring Web, and Spring Batch.
  • Develop and enhance microservices-based applications and distributed systems.
  • Design and implement integrations using Kafka and other messaging technologies.
  • Collaborate with architects and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing software.
  • Participate in code reviews and improve application quality, performance, and engineering practices.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues across development, testing, and production environments.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation for applications, integrations, and development processes.
  • Use approved AI-assisted development tools for development, testing, debugging, documentation, and productivity improvements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • At least 8 years of experience developing enterprise applications using Java technologies.
  • Strong experience with Java, Spring Boot, Spring Web, and Spring Batch.
  • Hands-on experience developing and supporting RESTful APIs and microservices-based applications.
  • Experience with Kafka or comparable messaging and event-streaming platforms.
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, data structures, and software design patterns.
  • Experience using Git and modern software development lifecycle practices.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Preferred experience with Docker, Kubernetes, containerized deployments, AWS or other cloud platforms, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, automated testing frameworks, and Agile/Scrum environments.
  • Preferred experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar coding assistants.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement in New York City with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote per week, subject to business, project, and client requirements.
  • Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits.
  • Applications are accepted until September 18, 2026.

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About Cognizant

10,000+ employees

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value. We build full-stack AI solutions powered by deep industry, process and engineering expertise — embedding an organization's unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential and drive tangible outcomes. From strategy to deployment, we help global enterprises move from AI ambition to AI impact and stay ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai | Follow us @cognizant

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