Java Backend Engineer (Spring Boot Microservices) - Hybrid

Cognizant; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Holidays

401(k) Plan

Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Java Backend Developer to design and develop robust applications with Spring Boot and microservices. The role spans collaboration across teams, mentoring juniors, code reviews, and architectural input to improve performance and scalability.

The position offers hybrid work with 3 days in Cognizant offices in Sunnyvale, CA. Candidates should have 6–10 years of software development experience and strong Java technical skills, with a market salary range and

Qualifications

• Possess a strong proficiency in Spring boot Microservices and Java 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 with a maximum of 10 years.
• Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Show capability to work effectively in a hybrid work model and day shift environment.
• Display strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop robust software applications using Spring boot Microservices to meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of software components.
• Implement best practices in software development to enhance performance and scalability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers to foster skill development.
• Oversee code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and guidelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues to maintain system reliability.
• Optimize application performance by identifying bottlenecks and implementing solutions.
• Participate in architectural discussions to drive innovation and efficiency in software design.
• Ensure software solutions are aligned with business goals and objectives.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for software applications.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Contribute to the improvement of development processes and methodologies.

Job description

Cognizant in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Java Backend Developer to design and develop robust applications with Spring Boot and microservices. The role spans collaboration across teams, mentoring juniors, code reviews, and architectural input to improve performance and scalability.

The position offers hybrid work with 3 days in Cognizant offices in Sunnyvale, CA. Candidates should have 6–10 years of software development experience and strong Java technical skills, with a market salary range and