Full-Stack Software Engineer: Java, React & Microservices

Cognizant; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Software Developer to build scalable, reactive web applications using Java, Spring Reactive and React JS. You will join a collaborative team, mentored by experienced engineers and contribute to real-world deliverables while learning continuously.

The role covers full-stack development, RESTful APIs, testing, DevOps with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and Docker familiarity. Opportunities to work with Azure, AWS, and OpenShift in a modern cloud environment are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a related field
• Candidate should possess strong Java application development skills (e.g., Core Java technologies, React JavaScript, & Spring framework)
• Demonstrated experiences in cloud computing such as Azure OpenShift and AWS, etc.
• Understanding of software development methodologies
• Self-motivated individuals with strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the passion and appetite to learn newer technologies
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills; actively participates in team meetings discussions and be a specialist in Object Oriented analysis and design using common design patterns
• Ability to work collaboratively with global project teams

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain full-stack web applications using Java, Spring Reactive, and React JS
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and reactive microservices
• Build responsive, dynamic, and accessible user interfaces using React JS
• Write clean, modular, and well-documented code.
• Create and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end tests
• Participate in peer code reviews
• Debug and resolve issues across the stack.
• Use Git for version control and collaborate via GitHub or GitLab
• Work with CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with Docker is a plus
• Explore and utilize AI-powered tools like GitHub Copilot or Cursor
• Stay updated with emerging technologies
• Participate in tech talks, workshops, and hackathons
• Work in Agile teams and participate in ceremonies
• Collaborate with designers, QA engineers, and backend developers
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders
• Maintain technical documentation
• Provide regular updates on progress

Skills

Core Java

OOP & design patterns

React JS

Spring Reactive

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS or related field

Tools

Git

GitHub/GitLab

CI/CD tools

Docker

Azure

AWS

OpenShift

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a Software Developer to build scalable, reactive web applications using Java, Spring Reactive and React JS. You will join a collaborative team, mentored by experienced engineers and contribute to real-world deliverables while learning continuously.

The role covers full-stack development, RESTful APIs, testing, DevOps with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and Docker familiarity. Opportunities to work with Azure, AWS, and OpenShift in a modern cloud environment are available.