Senior Java Full Stack Developer (Java / Spring Boot / Angular) (Hybrid)

Cognizant; Florida; Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant Corporation in the United States (Florida) is seeking a Senior Java Full Stack Developer to design, build, and optimize scalable enterprise applications. You will work with Java 17+, Spring Boot, Angular, Kafka, and modern architectures, delivering robust services and UIs across cloud-native environments.

You will contribute to architecture decisions, code reviews, and CI/CD efforts while collaborating with product owners and QA teams in a hybrid work setting with office presence in

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience developing enterprise applications with Java technologies.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java 17+ and Spring Boot.
• Experience building and consuming REST APIs and microservices.
• Hands-on Angular 17+/19+ and TypeScript with front-end integration.
• Experience with Kafka or other messaging platforms.
• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with Docker, Git, and CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
• Knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, testing, debugging, and performance optimization.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using Java 17+ and Spring Boot.
• Build and support RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Develop data access layers with JPA/Hibernate.
• Create front-end UIs with Angular and TypeScript and integrate with backend.
• Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka.
• Containerize and deploy with Docker and support CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in architecture discussions.
• Contribute to technical best practices and continuous improvement.

Skills

Java 17+

Spring Boot

JPA/Hibernate

REST APIs

Microservices

Angular 17+/19+

TypeScript

Kafka

CI/CD pipelines

Git

Testing

Cloud basics

Tools

Docker

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Job description

Senior Java Full Stack Developer (Java / Spring Boot / Angular)

About the role

As a Senior Java Full Stack Developer, you will make an impact by designing and delivering scalable, high-performance enterprise applications that support critical business initiatives. You will be a valued member of the engineering team, working collaboratively with architects, product owners, developers, QA teams, and business stakeholders to build modern cloud-native solutions.

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend applications using Java 17+, Spring Boot, and modern architectural patterns.
• Build and support RESTful APIs and microservices, ensuring high availability, performance, security, and scalability.
• Develop and optimize data access layers using JPA/Hibernate and relational or NoSQL databases.
• Create and enhance user interfaces using Angular 17+/19+ and TypeScript while supporting seamless front-end and backend integration.
• Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka and messaging technologies to support real-time application workflows.
• Containerize and deploy applications using Docker and support automated delivery through CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical solutions, troubleshoot complex issues, and deliver high-quality software.
• Contribute to architecture discussions, code reviews, technical best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.

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 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Lake Mary, FL or Pittsburgh PA or Westborough MA . Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though 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.

What you need to have to be considered

• Strong hands-on experience developing enterprise applications using Java 17+, Spring Boot, and JPA/Hibernate.
• 7 years of experience
• Experience building and consuming REST APIs and developing microservices-based architectures.
• Hands-on experience with Angular 17+/19+, TypeScript, and front-end integration.
• Experience working with Kafka, MQ, or other messaging platforms in event-driven environments.
• Knowledge of relational and/or NoSQL databases such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or similar.
• Experience with Docker, Git, and CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of software architecture principles, design patterns, testing, debugging, and application performance optimization.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.

These will help you stand out

• Experience with Camunda or other workflow orchestration platforms.
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Exposure to distributed systems and cloud-native application development.
• Experience implementing automated unit, integration, and performance testing strategies.
• Ability to contribute to technical design decisions and mentor junior developers.
• Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery environments.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until November 23th, 2026.

The annual salary for this position is between $ 81,337 to $135,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

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

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law