Senior Full Stack Developer - Java & Spring Boot and Angular Location: New York, NY (Hybrid) *You must be legally authorized to work in the USA without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future* Responsibilities: • Design and develop robust, scalable, and high-performance backend applications using Java 17+ and modern frameworks. • Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Spring Boot 3.3.x, ensuring reliability, security, and performance. • Implement data persistence and complex queries using JPA with relational or NoSQL databases. • Utilize Docker to containerize backend services for consistent deployment in cloud-native environments. • Collaborate with front-end teams to support seamless API integration and ensure end-to-end functionality. • Exposure to Angular 17+ for understanding front-end integration requirements and supporting full-stack collaboration. • Defining the overall structure of Java-based systems, choosing appropriate technologies, and ensuring alignment with business goals and user needs. • Design, develop, and maintain REST API services using Spring Boot. • UI development using Angular • Write clean, efficient, and scalable code in Java 17. • Collaborate with front-end teams and contribute to API integration. • Use Git for version control and participate in CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment. Qualifications: Required Skills: • Design and develop robust, scalable, and high-performance backend applications using Java 17+ and modern frameworks. • Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Spring Boot 3.3.x, ensuring reliability, security, and performance. • Implement data persistence and complex queries using JPA with relational or NoSQL databases. • Utilize Docker to containerize backend services for consistent deployment in cloud-native environments. • Collaborate with front-end teams to support seamless API integration and ensure end-to-end functionality. • Angular 19+ latest Typescript version. • Implement event-driven architectures and work with Kafka and MQ for real-time messaging and event management. • Hands-on experience to Angular 17+ for understanding front-end integration requirements and supporting full-stack collaboration. Key Responsibilities: • 7 years of experience Deep Java Expertise: Strong proficiency in Java programming language, including its core concepts, frameworks, and libraries • Software Architecture Principles: Solid understanding of architectural patterns, design principles, and best practices. • Hands-on Development Experience: Proven experience in developing and implementing Java-based applications. • Working experience of workflow tools like CAMUNDA • Strong hands-on experience with Java 17, Spring Boot, and JPA • Experience with Angular 17+ and front-end integration • Experience with Docker, Git, and CI/CD tools • Good communication and teamwork skills • Ability to design and develop robust, scalable backend applications Working knowledge of at least one database (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Oracle). • Experience with Git and CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub Actions). • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset. • Database Knowledge: Experience with relational databases and ORM frameworks like Hibernate or JPA. • API Development: Experience with building and consuming APIs (REST, SOAP). • Testing and Debugging: Proficiency in unit testing, integration testing, and debugging Java code. • Cloud Technologies: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud is often required. • Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with stakeholders. • Problem-solving and Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex technical problems and propose effective solutions. • Project Management Skills: Ability to manage technical projects, timelines, and resources. • Continuous Learning: Keen interest in learning new technologies and keeping up-to-date with the latest trends. Salary and Other Compensation: Applications will be accepted until July 15th, 2026. The annual salary for this position is between $ 68,422 $ to 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