Senior Java Full Stack Developer

@ Cognizant

About the Role

As a Senior Java Full Stack Developer, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud-native applications that power critical business functions. You will collaborate with architects, DevOps engineers, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver secure and efficient solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop full-stack applications using Java, Python, and AWS cloud technologies.
• Provision and manage cloud infrastructure with Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for smooth deployments.
• Integrate secure authentication protocols such as SAML and JWT.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure business and technical alignment.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role requiring 5 days a week in either a client or Cognizant office in Wilmington, DE or New York, NY. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience focused on cloud-native applications.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services and infrastructure provisioning.
• Proficiency in Java and Python for backend development.
• Experience with Git, unit testing, and CI/CD tools.
• Familiarity with SAML, JWT, and secure authentication practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration on AWS.
• Understanding of cloud-based databases (Amazon RDS, DynamoDB).
• Strong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.
• Experience working in Agile or DevOps environments.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary ranges from $68,442 to $114,000. In addition, the position is eligible for discretionary annual incentive programs and stock awards. Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Paid Holidays and Time Off, 401(k), Disability, Paid Parental Leave, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Key Skills/Competency

• Java
• Python
• AWS
• Cloud-native
• Terraform
• CI/CD
• SAML
• JWT
• DevOps
• Agile