Sr Java (Angular) Developer

Cognizant; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 114,000; 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 in Boston seeks a Senior Java Developer to design, develop and maintain scalable Java applications and microservices for a financial services client. You will work with cross-functional teams, implement cloud-native solutions, and ensure performance, security and compliance.

The role emphasizes on-site/hybrid work from Boston, with a strong focus on REST APIs, Docker containers, Spring Boot and event-driven architectures using Kafka and MQ.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on Java development experience.
• Proficiency in building REST APIs and microservices with Spring Boot.
• Hands-on Docker experience in cloud-native environments.
• Strong with Kafka and MQ for messaging and event-driven systems.
• Relational and NoSQL database knowledge.
• Experience with Git and Agile methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Visa transfer or sponsorship not available now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain scalable, high-performance Java applications and microservices.
• Develop and manage microservices using Spring Boot.
• Build and deploy containerized applications using Docker in a cloud-native environment.
• Implement event-driven architectures using Kafka and MQ.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software.
• Troubleshoot, optimize and refactor code for performance, scalability and security.
• Stay up-to-date with Java frameworks and cloud technologies.
• Follow best practices including testing, code reviews and documentation.

Skills

Java development

REST APIs

Spring Boot

Docker

Kafka

MQ

Git

Agile methodologies

Problem solving

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Kubernetes

JUnit/Mockito

Angular

RxJS

Job description

About The Role

As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing and maintaining scalable, high-performance Java applications and microservices for a financial services client. You will be a valued member of the IDE team and work collaboratively with cross-functional technology teams, technical leads and client stakeholders to deliver secure, cloud-native software solutions.

In This Role, You Will

• Design, develop and maintain scalable and high-performance Java applications using advanced Java technologies and frameworks.
• Develop and manage microservices using Spring Boot.
• Build and deploy containerized applications using Docker in a cloud-native environment.
• Implement event-driven architectures using Kafka and MQ for real-time messaging and event management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design and deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Troubleshoot, optimize and refactor code to improve performance, scalability and security.
• Stay up to date with the latest Java frameworks, tools and cloud technologies.
• Follow software development best practices, including testing, code reviews and documentation.

Work model

Hybrid. At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring work from a client or Cognizant office in Boston, Massachusetts.

Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs. 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

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in Java development with a strong understanding of advanced Java concepts.
• Proficiency in building REST APIs and microservices using Spring Boot.
• Hands-on experience with Docker for containerization and working in a cloud-native environment.
• Strong expertise in Kafka and MQ for message queuing and event-driven systems.
• Solid understanding of relational and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with Git and familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Please note, this role cannot offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

These Will Help You Stand Out

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and related tools.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes and container orchestration.
• Experience with JUnit, Mockito or other testing frameworks.
• Strong UI skills with Angular (19+), RxJS or related front-end technologies.
• Experience working in financial services or enterprise-scale technology environments.

Salary And Compensation

The annual salary for this position will be between $60,000 to $114,000 per year depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Applications will be received by September 8th, 2026

Benefits

• 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.