Sr. Java Full Stack Engineer

Cognizant Digital Practice helps clients reinvent products, experiences, and business models to create new value, differentiation, and drive revenue in the digital economy. We take an Experience centered approach which uses human insights to take ideas from vision to outcome and building end to end experience leading solutions that enable brands to transform their customer and employee experiences using design, marketing, and commerce capabilities.

Job Location: Warrensville - OH

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 3 to 4 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Warrensville, Ohio. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though.

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable software applications using Java and Spring Boot to meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement solutions that enhance user experience.
• Utilize AWS services to deploy and manage applications in a cloud environment ensuring high availability and performance.
• Write efficient SQL queries to interact with databases and optimize data retrieval processes.
• Implement front-end components using Angular JS and JavaScript to create responsive and dynamic user interfaces.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects ensuring timely delivery of solutions to maintain system stability.
• Participate in agile development processes contributing to sprint planning stand-ups and retrospectives.
• Ensure software security and compliance with industry standards by implementing necessary measures.
• Document technical specifications and system designs to facilitate knowledge sharing and future maintenance.
• Mentor junior developers providing guidance and support to foster their professional growth.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve software development practices.
• Contribute to the company's mission by delivering innovative solutions that enhance customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Possess strong experience in AWS enabling efficient cloud-based application deployment.
• Demonstrate proficiency in SQL for effective database management and data manipulation.
• Exhibit expertise in Spring Boot and Java for developing robust backend systems.
• Have solid skills in Angular JS and JavaScript for creating interactive front-end applications.
• Show familiarity with mySQL for managing relational databases effectively.
• Display a collaborative mindset working well in a hybrid work model to achieve team goals.
• Bring 8 to 12 years of relevant software engineering experience to the role.

Certifications Required

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Oracle Certified Professional Java SE Programmer

Other Compensation

Applications will be accepted until August 10, 2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $84,000 to $114,000 depending 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.

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

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.

What We Offer

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

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While our system allows applications in all languages, job required language(s) and proficiency level(s) vary. However, basic English proficiency is required for Company-wide communications purposes. Further, for roles located in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required to communicate with our global clients.