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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, Software Systems, Web Services, 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:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=457ac0fdcd42c098 ## About the Role 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 ## 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 ## Related Videos - [Boost your coding productivity with Github Copilot Agent](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1542-boost-your-coding-productivity-with-github-copilot-agent) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [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) - [ChatGPT and Java: A Match Made in Heaven or Hell?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/536-chatgpt-and-java-a-match-made-in-heaven-or-hell) - [Bringing AI Model Testing and Prompt Management to Your Codebase with GitHub Models](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1536-bringing-ai-model-testing-and-prompt-management-to-your-codebase-with-github-models) - [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 - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Top 10 Java Libraries](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/364-top-10-java-libraries) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)