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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Java Software Engineer - **Company:** Cogent Inc - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $120,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Online Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Code Coverage, Continuous Integration, Github, Monitoring of Systems, Hibernate (Java), Spring Framework, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Octopus Deploy, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Redis, Release Management, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Zenoss, Data Logging, Enterprise Software Applications, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Apache Camel, GitHub Copilot, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Backend, Build Management, Containerization, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Build Tools, Bitbucket, Api Design, Cloudwatch, Restful APIs, Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS), Splunk, Appdynamics, Software Version Control, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/software-engineer-java-509976349 ## About the Role We are looking for experienced Java professionals with strong backend, API, microservices, and cloud-native development experience. This role is ideal for engineers who can design complex solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, support production environments, and contribute to scalable enterprise applications. Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States that permits full-time employment for the duration of the position without requiring current or future employer sponsorship. Primary Skills: Java, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, RESTful API Development, Microservices Architecture, Aurora PostgreSQL, Redis, Hibernate, Microsoft Graph API, AWS, Docker, EKS, SNS/SQS, SDK, GitHub, Bitbucket Secondary Skills: CI/CD, Secure Programming Practices, Cloud Security, GitHub Copilot, Claude, AppDynamics, ArgoCD, CloudWatch, Splunk, Zenoss, Test Driven Development, API Architecture, Python, ReactJS, Apache Camel, Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field 3+ years of professional software development experience Strong experience with Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and API development Experience with service-oriented and cloud-native software architecture Hands-on experience with modern API and microservices development Experience with build tools, testing, and CI/CD practices Knowledge of secure programming practices, software delivery, and cloud security principles Experience with AWS, Docker, EKS, SNS/SQS, and related cloud technologies Experience with source control and development workflows using GitHub or Bitbucket Experience with logging and monitoring tools such as AppDynamics, ArgoCD, CloudWatch, Splunk, or Zenoss Familiarity with Test Driven Development and maintaining high code coverage Strong analytical, problem-solving, collaboration, and presentation skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing Agile environment Proven ability to develop and support large-scale, business-critical systems Preferred Skills & Certifications Experience with AI-assisted product development using GitHub Copilot or Claude Experience with Python, ReactJS, or Apache Camel Experience with cloud-native application deployment and monitoring Strong understanding of API architecture and microservices strategy Cloud, Java, or secure software development certifications are a plus ## Description Develop complex software solutions in an Agile environment as part of a global team of engineers, designers, and product experts Design and build API and microservices-based applications Lead and participate in technical design discussions across multiple technology disciplines Collaborate with engineering teams, product teams, testing partners, and business stakeholders Support onshore and offshore teams with technical expertise and complex system issues Mentor and guide new or less experienced team members Provide production support for delivered products and applications Coordinate non-production deployments with software engineering and testing teams Partner with release management teams for production deployments Work with cloud-native technologies and deployment tools Analyze application logs using tools such as Splunk, CloudWatch, ArgoCD, and AppDynamics Create and maintain monitoring, alerts, and deployment cadence Assist with technical aspects of the SDLC governance process ## Related Videos - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Reducing LLM Calls with Vector Search Patterns - Raphael De Lio (Redis)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1714-reducing-llm-calls-with-vector-search-patterns-raphael-de-lio-redis) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) - [Accelerating Authentication Architecture: Taking Passwordless to the Next Level](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/733-accelerating-authentication-architecture-taking-passwordless-to-the-next-level) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)