Java Full Stack Engineer

As a Software Engineer - Java Full Stack Developer , you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable cloud-native applications that power critical business operations. You will be a valued member of an Agile engineering team, collaborating with architects, developers, product owners, and support teams to deliver high-quality solutions with a strong emphasis on performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and maintain enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, React.js, and cloud-native technologies.
• Design, build, and integrate RESTful APIs and event-driven solutions using Kafka, SNS/SQS, and modern integration patterns.
• Deploy and support applications on AWS while ensuring scalability, resilience, and operational excellence.
• Own production support activities, including incident resolution, root cause analysis, defect remediation, and system stability improvements.
• Collaborate within Agile Scrum teams to deliver high-quality solutions through CI/CD practices, code reviews, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Work model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Plano, TX. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. These may change based on the project you are engaged in, as well as evolving business and client requirements. We will always be transparent about role expectations.

• 8 to 12 years of experience in software development using Java/J2EE technologies.
• Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST API development, and system integrations.
• Experience with event-driven architectures using Kafka and AWS messaging services such as SNS and SQS.
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and cloud-native application development.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and relational databases, along with experience working with cloud database technologies such as AWS RDS Oracle, RDS PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and processes, including Jenkins, Bamboo, GitHub Actions, and source control management.
• Production support experience, including troubleshooting, monitoring, incident management, and root cause analysis.
• Experience using monitoring and observability tools such as Datadog, Splunk, and AWS CloudWatch.
• Experience working within Agile Scrum environments and participating in sprint planning, standups, and delivery ceremonies.
• Strong communication skills and ability to support global teams during EST business hours.

This will help you stand out

• Experience with React.js, JavaScript, and full-stack application development.
• Knowledge of Azure and Google Cloud Platform services and data technologies.
• Experience implementing API-led integrations and enterprise messaging solutions.
• Understanding of data quality, validation, error handling, and data migration processes.
• Experience with Guidewire integrations and Guidewire API implementations.
• Exposure to large-scale insurance or financial services technology environments.
• Proven ability to optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability in production environments.

The annual salary for this position is between $64,025 to $94,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans., Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan