Java Software Engineer

Cogent Inc
New York, NY, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$80,000.0 - $120,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

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
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Job description

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.

Java Software Engineer

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

What You’ll Do

· 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

Requirements

Do you have experience in Web services design?, · 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

About the company

Join a long-established organization in the insurance and financial services space, known for supporting individuals, families, employers, and businesses through trusted digital products and customer-focused solutions. As a Java Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and supporting high-performance, cloud-native applications that strengthen critical enterprise platforms and improve user experiences at scale.

From API development and microservices to cloud deployment, monitoring, and secure engineering practices, this role offers the opportunity to work on modern systems supporting large-scale business operations, including group benefits, disability, and absence management capabilities. Whether you are a builder, problem-solver, or technical leader, this team values engineers who bring ownership, collaboration, technical curiosity, and a passion for building reliable, scalable solutions.

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