$68K - 114K a year
Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native Java applications on AWS, build scalable backend services and APIs, manage AWS infrastructure using IaC, implement CI/CD pipelines, and integrate secure authentication protocols.
4-7 years of Java development experience with cloud-native applications, expertise in Spring Boot and Hibernate, hands-on AWS experience, knowledge of cloud databases, CI/CD and DevOps tools, and familiarity with SAML and JWT authentication.
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, redefining clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our outstanding industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com. Cognizant Technology Solutions is looking for a Java Full Stack Engineer - Onsite to join the team of IT professionals in a role. If you meet our background requirements and skills and are in search of an opportunity with these skills and expertise, here is the opportunity for you! Location - Wilmington - DE Required Qualifications: • Minimum of 4-7 years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on Java-based cloud-native applications. • Solid understanding of Java frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Hibernate) and RESTful API development. • Mus have hands-on experience with AWS services (e.g., EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, DynamoDB). • Familiarity with cloud database technologies and data modeling. • Experience with Git, unit testing, CI/CD, and DevOps tools. • Knowledge of authentication protocols such as SAML and JWT. Responsibilities: • Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native applications primarily using Java on AWS. • Build scalable backend services and APIs using Java frameworks such as Spring Boot. • Write clean, efficient, and maintainable Java code, with occasional use of Python for scripting or automation tasks. • Provision and manage AWS infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation or Terraform. • Work with cloud-based databases including Amazon RDS (MySQL/PostgreSQL) and DynamoDB. • Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipeline. • Apply DevOps best practices to ensure smooth deployment and monitoring of Java applications. • Conduct unit testing using frameworks like JUnit and maintain version control with Git. • Integrate secure authentication protocols such as SAML and JWT into Java-based applications. Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for the position is between $ 68,422- $ 114,000 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. Work model: Onsite - This is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office located in Wilmington - DE. 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. 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. The Cognizant community: We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. • Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world. • We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen. • We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right. • We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you. About us: Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Disclaimer: Compensation 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. Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
This job posting was last updated on 10/10/2025