Java Backend Developer

Cognizant

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Salary: $110,000–$130,000 / yr
Posted: 14 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

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This role $120k

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This role pays less than 83% of similar roles. Most pay $133,668–$203,361 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $120k versus about $169k for comparable roles.

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About Cognizant

Cognizant is a multinational IT services and consulting company offering digital transformation, technology, and business process services. It serves clients across financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and other industries worldwide.

Cognizant currently has 330 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $100,000–$135,000 across 211 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Java Backend Developer

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As a Java Backend Developer, you will serve as the primary point of contact for all Java domain-related queries while working collaboratively with management, team members, and clients. Your core responsibilities include designing and developing robust software applications using Spring boot Microservices to meet specific business requirements. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of software components, provide technical mentorship to junior developers, and oversee code reviews to maintain coding standards. You must troubleshoot complex technical issues, optimize application performance, and participate in architectural discussions. The role requires proficiency in Java, Spring boot Microservices, and Commerce Full Stack Engineering. You will translate stakeholder requirements into technical specifications while ensuring all software solutions align with business goals within a commerce-focused technical environment.

Skills

Java Spring Boot Microservices Full Stack Engineering Code Review Technical Specifications

What you'll do

Design and develop robust software applications using Spring Boot Microservices.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues to maintain system reliability.
Optimize application performance by identifying bottlenecks and implementing solutions.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.
Oversee code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and guidelines.
Translate stakeholder requirements into detailed technical specifications.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all software applications.
Participate in architectural discussions to drive innovation in software design.

What we're looking for

Possess strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot Microservices for full stack development.
Demonstrate expertise in Commerce Full Stack Engineering with a focus on Java technologies.
Have a minimum of 6 years of experience in software development.
Have a maximum of 10 years of experience in software development.
Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
Display strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Show capability to work effectively in a hybrid work model and day shift environment.
Maintain a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.