Jobs · Engineering · Virginia

Senior Software Engineer – Java/Python & AWS (Hybrid)

Cognizant · Norfolk, VA · 1 wk ago
HybridEngineering$81k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop scalable, secure, and high-performance applications using Java, Python, Spring Boot, and AWS
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements aligned with the Payer domain
  • Develop and maintain APIs and integrations to enable seamless system communication
  • Implement best practices for security, reliability, and performance optimization
  • Conduct testing, debugging, and code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members
  • Maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and domain standards
  • Stay current with evolving technologies and leverage them to enhance development practices
  • Work closely with stakeholders to deliver solutions that improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction

Qualifications

  • Requires 8+ years of total experience
  • Strong hands-on experience in Java (Java 8 & Java 11) and Python for enterprise backend development
  • Expertise in building microservices using Spring Boot
  • Strong experience with AWS services including EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, and cloud native application development
  • Experience working with Aurora PostgreSQL / PostgreSQL databases
  • Strong experience developing and maintaining RESTful APIs and system integrations
  • Proficiency in secure coding standards, performance tuning, and debugging
  • Strong domain experience in Healthcare – Payer
  • Good understanding of Payer workflows, data flows, compliance, and regulatory requirements
  • Ability to align technical solutions with healthcare business needs
  • Strong understanding of backend system design, scalability, high availability, and microservices architecture
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

Preferred (Nice To Have)

  • Exposure to JavaScript for frontend or service side integrations
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
  • Familiarity with industry compliance standards within the Payer domain
  • Cloud certifications or prior experience in regulated healthcare environments

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