Senior Software Engineer – Java Full Stack

Senior Software Engineer – Java Full Stack at Cognizant in Douglas, Juneau, US. Lead the modernization of claims applications by designing scalable, secure Java‑based solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java Full Stack applications using Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices.
• Modernize legacy claims systems and migrate functionality to cloud‑native platforms (AWS/Azure).
• Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and performance monitoring to ensure high availability.
• Collaborate with product owners, UX designers, and QA teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Mentor junior engineers and champion best‑practice coding standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of professional Java development experience, with strong expertise in Spring Boot and microservice architectures.
• Proficiency in front‑end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript frameworks (Angular/React).
• Hands‑on experience with RESTful API design, OAuth2, and secure coding practices.
• Experience deploying applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and using containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL options.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of DevOps tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Terraform).
• Familiarity with event‑driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Agile/Scrum experience.

Compensation

Salary range: $144,259.33 per year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What technologies will I use in this role?

You will work primarily with Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices, front‑end frameworks (Angular/React), and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.

Is remote work possible for this position?

Cognizant offers flexible work arrangements, but the role is based in Douglas, Juneau, US, and may require onsite collaboration.

What level of experience is required?

The position requires at least 5 years of professional Java Full Stack development experience and a strong background in cloud‑native solutions.