Senior Software Engineer – Java Full Stack

Job Summary

Senior Software Engineer – Java Full Stack at Cognizant in Jackson, Hinds County, US. Lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure claims applications using Java, Spring Boot, micro‑services and cloud technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain full‑stack Java applications, focusing on claims processing systems.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs and micro‑services architecture with Spring Boot.
• Modernize legacy codebases while integrating cloud‑native solutions (AWS/Azure).
• Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and performance monitoring.
• Collaborate with product owners, QA, UX designers and DevOps to ensure high‑quality releases.
• Mentor junior engineers and enforce best coding practices.
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning and agile ceremonies.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional Java development experience.
• Strong expertise in Spring Boot, Hibernate, and REST API design.
• Hands‑on experience with front‑end frameworks (Angular, React or Vue) and modern JavaScript.
• Proficiency in containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms.
• Solid understanding of micro‑services, security, and performance optimization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Skills

• Experience with claims or insurance domain applications.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Compensation

Salary: $114,321.67 per year (fixed). Competitive benefits package.

Frequently Asked Questions

What technologies will I use in this role?

You will work with Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, micro‑services, Docker/Kubernetes, and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, plus a modern front‑end framework.

Is remote work available?

The position is based in Jackson, Hinds County, US. Hybrid or remote arrangements may be discussed during the interview process.

What level of experience is required?

Cognizant seeks candidates with at least 5 years of professional Java full‑stack development experience and a strong background in modern cloud‑native architectures.