Senior Software Engineer – Java Full Stack

Job Summary

Senior Software Engineer – Java Full Stack at Cognizant in Trenton, Mercer County, US. Develop and modernize claims applications with Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices and cloud technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java full‑stack solutions for claims processing.
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs and microservices using Spring Boot.
• Modernize legacy systems and migrate functionality to cloud‑native platforms.
• Collaborate with product owners, QA, DevOps and other engineers to deliver high‑quality releases.
• Implement security best practices, performance tuning, and automated testing.
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning and technical architecture discussions.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of professional Java development experience.
• Strong expertise in Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA, and REST API design.
• Hands‑on experience with front‑end frameworks (e.g., Angular, React) and modern JavaScript tooling.
• Proven experience building microservices and deploying to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and automated testing frameworks.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork abilities.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Oracle Java, AWS, Spring) are a plus.

Compensation

Annual salary: $131,489.48

Location

Trenton, Mercer County, United States (Hybrid or onsite as required).

Frequently Asked Questions

What technologies will I use in this role?

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

Is remote work possible?

The position is based in Trenton, Mercer County, and may require onsite or hybrid attendance depending on project needs.

What is the salary for this position?

The annual salary is $131,489.48.