Cognizant

Sr. FSE Engineer (Java/Python)

Cognizant$81K — $155K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of hands-on experience in Java and Python for enterprise applications and microservices.
  • Deep knowledge and proven experience with AWS services like Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, and S3.
  • Strong understanding of RESTful API design and microservices architectures.
  • Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, including data modeling and optimization techniques.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and effective communication for cross-team collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native applications utilizing Java, Python, and AWS services.
  • Build and support RESTful APIs and microservices in line with industry standards.
  • Integrate AWS native services to construct resilient, event-driven solutions.
  • Ensure applications are high-performance, scalable, secure, and maintainable.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance coverage.
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off.
  • 401(k) with company contributions.
  • Long-term and Short-term Disability benefits.
  • Paid Parental Leave for new parents.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan options.
Full Job Description
Sr. FSE Engineer (Java/Python)

About the role

As a Senior Full Stack Engineer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and deploying scalable, cloud-native enterprise applications that leverage AWS services and automation to deliver reliable and secure solutions. You will be a valued member of the Cognizant Digital Engineering team and work collaboratively with DevOps, QA, and Architecture teams.

In this role, you will
  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud-native applications using Java, Python, and AWS services.
  • Build and support RESTful APIs and microservices following industry best practices.
  • Integrate AWS native services to build resilient and event-driven solutions.
  • Ensure application performance, scalability, security, and maintainability.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation and design artefacts while contributing to knowledge sharing and technical mentoring within the team.

Work model

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States, preferably NJ or TX based. 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.

What you need to have to be considered
  • Strong hands-on experience in Java and Python development for building enterprise-grade applications and microservices.
  • Proven experience with AWS Cloud Services, including Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, RDS, ECS/EKS, CloudWatch, IAM, and Secrets Manager.
  • Solid understanding of RESTful API design, microservices architecture, and cloud-native application development.
  • Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases, including performance optimisation and data modelling.
  • Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across development, QA, DevOps, and business teams.

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 September 15, 2026
  • The annual salary for this position is between $81,000 - $155,000 depending on the 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
  • 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


Additional employment information
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.

About Cognizant

TriZetto is Powering Integrated Healthcare Management. With technology solutions touching more than half the U.S. population today, TriZetto is uniquely positioned to drive the convergence of core benefit administration, care management and constituent engagement. TriZetto provides premier information technology solutions that enable payers and other constituents in the healthcare supply chain to improve the coordination of benefits and care for healthcare consumers.

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Learn more about Cognizant
Size
340,400 employees
Market Cap
$28.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$16.6 billion
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