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# Entry-level Software Engineer - Spring Boot...

- **Company:** Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
- **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $65,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Information Engineering, Data Structures, Database Theory, Software Design Patterns, Github, Spring Framework, Junit, Enterprise Messaging Systems, Object-Oriented Software Development, RabbitMQ, Mockito, SQL Databases, Web Platforms, Spring-boot, Git, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Docker, Jenkins, Microservices
- **Published:** August 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000glndv4

## About the Role

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a related field

 * Strong foundation and programming skills in **Core Java** and **Object-Oriented Programming** .

 * Understanding of **data structures** , **algorithms** , and **design patterns** .

 * Basic knowledge of any of the cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

 * Good understanding of database concepts and proficiency in SQL for querying, analyzing, and managing data.

 * Familiarity with **Spring Framework** (Spring Boot preferred).

 * Basic knowledge of **RESTful services** and **HTTP fundamentals** .

 * Exposure to **Git** or any other version control tool.

 * Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

 * Hands on knowledge of cloud platforms **(AWS/Azure/GCP)** .

 * Basic knowledge of **Docker/Kubernetes** .

 * Understanding of messaging systems **(Kafka/RabbitMQ)** .

 * Familiarity with CI/CD tools like **Jenkins** or **GitHub Actions** .

## Description

In a newly defined digital marketplace, businesses must stay relevant and current. Cognizant's Enterprise Platform Services (EPS) helps companies navigate this digital shift, which often requires creating entirely new business models focused on shrinking time to market.

Our skilled resources are cross-trained in next-gen technologies, so businesses in all industries can embrace new frontiers at an accelerated pace. We enable you to accelerate your journey to cloud and digital platforms by defining roadmaps, migration paths to new environments process automation, and delivering multichannel experiences in business processes across your enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

 * Develop and maintain applications using **Java** and **Spring Boot** .

 * Assist in designing and implementing **RESTful APIs** and **microservices** .

 * Perform **unit and integration testing** using **JUnit** and **Mockito** .

 * Collaborate in **Agile teams** , participate in daily stand-ups, and contribute to sprint deliverables., New hires will be hired at the Cognizant office in **Minneapolis, MN; Charlotte/Raleigh, NC; Mesa, AZ** where you will work alongside other experienced Cognizant associates delivering technology solutions. Applicants must be willing to relocate to this major geographic area. While we attempt to honor candidate location preferences, business needs and position availability will determine final location assignment.


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