Senior Java Full Stack Developer

About the Position

As a Senior Java Full Stack Developer, you will make an impact by designing and developing secure, scalable, and high-performance applications using Java and Spring Boot. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and collaborate with product, QA, DevOps, and UX teams to deliver reliable, end-to-end solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead, design, and develop scalable applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and maintain microservices-based systems that emphasize reliability, resilience, and observability.
• Design and optimize Oracle database schemas, SQL queries, stored procedures, and performance.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and event-driven solutions using Kafka.
• Collaborate with product, QA, DevOps, and UX teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior developers, and promote engineering best practices.
• Troubleshoot production issues and improve application performance, stability, and maintainability.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automation initiatives to streamline delivery and deployment.

Requirements

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in backend or full-stack Java development.
• Expert-level proficiency in Java, with strong experience using Spring Boot and the broader Spring ecosystem.
• Deep understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, Kafka, and distributed systems.
• Strong experience with Oracle databases, including SQL, PL/SQL, schema design, and performance tuning.
• Solid understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and application-development best practices.
• Experience using Git and CI/CD tools to support software development and deployment.
• Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud-based application development and containerized environments.
• Familiarity with application monitoring, logging, tracing, and observability tools.
• Experience with automated testing and deployment practices.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor developers and contribute to technical design decisions.
• Experience developing highly available enterprise applications.

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 three days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Plano, Texas, and two days remotely.

Compensation

The annual salary for this position is $61,000 to $112,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in a hybrid model
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, financial, and wellness benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Inclusive and equitable work environment

About the Company

Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is an AI builder and technology services provider, creating the bridge between AI investment and business value by developing end-to-end AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process, and engineering expertise allows us to embed the unique context of each organization into technology systems that enhance human capability, drive tangible results, and keep global businesses ahead in a rapidly transforming world. Learn more at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application will not be influenced by race, color, gender, sexuality, creed, origin, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by Brazilian laws.

Additional Employment Information

Candidates may be required to attend in-person or video interviews. Additionally, candidates may be required to present their current state or government-issued identification during each interview.

Although our system allows application in all languages, the language(s) and proficiency level(s) required for the job vary. However, a basic level of English is necessary for communication across the company.

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