Senior Java Full Stack Developer (Angular/Kafka)(Hybrid)

Cognizant; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

Paid Parental Leave

Disability Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Contributions

Paid Holidays and PTO

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

EAP and Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and deliver scalable, cloud-ready enterprise apps. You will collaborate with architects, product owners, and stakeholders to drive modernization while ensuring high performance.

The role emphasizes Java 17+ with Spring Boot, Angular 17+/19+, Kafka, Docker, and CI/CD practices. Hybrid work options include Pittsburgh, PA; Lake Mary, FL; or Westborough, MA, with a focus on work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience building enterprise apps with Java 17+
• Strong Spring Boot, Microservices, REST API, JPA/Hibernate
• Front-end development with Angular 17+/19+ and TypeScript
• Solid software architecture, design patterns, scalable design
• Experience with Oracle/SQL Server/PostgreSQL/MySQL databases
• Kafka, MQ, event-driven architecture experience
• Docker, Git, GitHub Actions, and CI/CD pipelines
• Camunda workflow orchestration experience
• Experience with REST and SOAP APIs
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend apps using Java 17+ and Spring Boot
• Build secure, reliable RESTful APIs and microservices
• Develop front-ends with Angular and TypeScript
• Design data persistence with relational/NoSQL databases
• Implement event-driven architectures using Kafka
• Containerize apps with Docker and support CI/CD workflows
• Collaborate across teams for seamless front-end/back-end integration
• Contribute to solution architecture and AI-enabled initiatives

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Tools

Java 17+

Spring Boot

Microservices

REST API development

JPA/Hibernate

Angular 17+/19+

TypeScript

Kafka

Docker

Git

GitHub Actions

CI/CD pipelines

Camunda

Job description

About the Role

As a Senior Full Stack Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and delivering scalable, high-performance enterprise applications that support critical business operations. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with architects, product owners, developers, and business stakeholders to build innovative, cloud-ready solutions while driving technical excellence and modernization initiatives.

In This Role, You Will

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java 17+, Spring Boot, and modern software engineering practices.
• Build and support secure, reliable, and high-performing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Develop and enhance user interfaces using Angular 17+/19+ and modern TypeScript frameworks.
• Design and implement data persistence solutions using JPA/Hibernate with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Implement event-driven architectures and messaging solutions using Kafka and enterprise messaging technologies.
• Containerize applications with Docker and support CI/CD-driven deployment processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless front-end and back-end integration.
• Contribute to solution architecture, technical design decisions, AI-enabled development initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

Work Model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring associates to work from a Cognizant or client office in Pittsburgh, PA; Lake Mary, FL; or Westborough, MA. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured, we will always be clear about role expectations.

*Please note that this position is not eligible for visa transfer or sponsorship now or at any time in the future*

What You Need to Have to Be Considered

• 6+ years of experience developing enterprise applications using Java 17+.
• Strong hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Microservices, REST API development, JPA, and Hibernate.
• Experience developing modern front-end applications using Angular 17+/19+ and TypeScript.
• Deep understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and scalable application design.
• Strong database experience including Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, database design, query optimization, performance tuning, stored procedures, and indexing strategies.
• Experience with Kafka, MQ, and event-driven architectures.
• Experience with Docker, Git, GitHub Actions, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Hands-on experience with workflow orchestration platforms such as Camunda.
• Experience building and consuming REST and SOAP APIs.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

These Will Help You Stand Out

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Exposure to AI-driven application development and intelligent automation solutions.
• Experience with NoSQL databases and cloud-native architectures.
• Strong knowledge of automated testing, integration testing, and debugging methodologies.
• Experience leading technical initiatives, mentoring developers, and driving best practices.
• Experience working in Agile delivery environments.
• Knowledge of DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways.

Applications will be accepted until September 30, 2026

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is $68,422 - $114,000, depending on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

In addition to salary, this role is eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, subject to individual and company performance.

Benefits

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to eligibility requirements:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Company Contributions
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (where applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing and Mental Health Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Learning Resources
• Career Development and Certification Opportunities