About the Position

Senior Java Developer

About the Role

As a Senior Java Developer, you will join an international team building a Content Management System that powers content and metadata for leading video streaming platforms. You'll develop scalable Java applications, APIs, and data services while helping shape the team's technical direction and ensuring high engineering standards.

Beyond feature development, you'll support and improve the reliability, performance, and scalability of core services, solving complex technical challenges and driving continuous improvements. You'll also mentor junior developers, share technical expertise, and foster a collaborative culture focused on learning, innovation, and quality.

Responsibilities

Development of the CMS application components using Java and Spring with focus on both new features and fixes or improvements of existing functionality
Strive for continuous improvement – be able to improve existing practices and techniques from within the team with enthusiasm
Write well-tested code for robustness including edge cases, usability, and general reliability. Focus on non-functional testing as well.
Lead in setting up the CI and CD, monitoring and alerting, and in general improving reliability and robustness of the system
Identify and resolve issues in the codebase. Use debugging tools and techniques to diagnose problems.
Mentor less experienced members of the team
Lead in the maintenance and support of the AWS infrastructure, Kubernetes deployment, PostgreSQL Database, or Kafka
Review code written by peers to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
Work closely with other developers, architects, and to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
Participate in daily standup meetings as well as other team ceremonies to discuss progress, blockers, and plans.

Requirements

Strong Java and Spring knowledge and experience with technologies such as AWS, PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka, Prometheus, Grafana, Kibana, Jenkins
Good overview of other relevant technologies and experience with designing software solutions
Ability to work well not only in your team but also in a cross-team environment.
Hands-on experience in designing, developing, and successful deployment of web applications, RESTful APIs, or event-driven systems and asynchronous messaging using Kafka
Experience with automated test frameworks including considerations for non-functional requirements
Knowledge of Unix/Linux and scripting languages (Bash, etc.)
Being self-driven and eager to learn and stay updated with the latest technologies, frameworks, and best practices.
Creative thinking skills and analytical skills, with attention to detail.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must currently reside in the United Kingdom.
Candidates must be available to start within 3 weeks of receiving an offer.
Ability to work onsite in London, UK, three days per week.

About Cognizant

Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) est un AI Builder et une entreprise de services numériques (ESN) élaborant des solutions complètes d’IA maximisant les investissements pour des résultats concrets. Sa profonde expertise des métiers, des processus et des technologies lui permet d’intégrer dans les systèmes technologiques le contexte unique de chaque organisation de l’ingénierie à la production à l’échelle. Son objectif: améliorer l’efficacité des équipes, créer de la valeur et permettre aux grandes entreprises de rester performantes dans un monde qui évolue rapidement. Pour en savoir plus: cognizant.ai ou @cognizant.

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Senior Java Developer

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