Senior Software Engineer – Java Full Stack

Senior Software Engineer – Java Full Stack at Cognizant in Bismarck, Burleigh County, US. Lead the modernization of claims applications with Java, Spring Boot, micro‑services and cloud technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java full‑stack solutions for claims processing.
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs and micro‑service architectures using Spring Boot.
• Modernize legacy systems while integrating cloud‑native components (AWS/Azure).
• Collaborate with product owners, QA, and DevOps to ensure secure, high‑performance releases.
• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior developers, and enforce best‑practice standards.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement performance optimizations.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional Java development experience.
• Strong proficiency with Spring Boot, Hibernate, and REST API design.
• Hands‑on experience building micro‑services and deploying to cloud platforms.
• Solid front‑end skills (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript frameworks such as Angular or React).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and version control (Git).
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with claims or insurance domain applications.
• Knowledge of security standards (OAuth2, JWT) and performance testing tools.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Compensation

Annual salary: $120,067.16

Frequently Asked Questions

What technologies will I use in this role?

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

Is experience with legacy systems required?

Yes, you will modernize existing claims applications while integrating new cloud‑native components.

What is the salary for this position?

The role offers a fixed annual salary of $120,067.16.