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Sr. Software Engineer-Java, Spring Boot (Onsite)

Cognizant · Dearborn, MI · 6 days ago
On-siteEngineering$92k–$116k/yrFull-time

Overview

We are looking for a skilled Java Engineer to design and deliver scalable, cloud-native microservices within our Connected Services platform. You will own the full software lifecycle — from architecture through deployment — building robust APIs and event-driven systems that power real-time device and data integrations.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop RESTful and event-driven microservices using Java 17+ and Spring Boot 3
  • Build and maintain integrations with IoT devices, third-party APIs, and connected platforms
  • Implement messaging pipelines with Kafka or RabbitMQ for real-time data streaming
  • Write clean, sable code with JUnit, Mockito, and integration suites
  • Collaborate with product and DevOps on CI/CD pipelines (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm)
  • Participate in architecture reviews and define best practices for the team

Required Skills

  • Experience with Java (Java 17+ preferred) and Spring Boot ecosystem
  • Strong knowledge of Spring Cloud, Spring Security, and Spring Data JPA
  • Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar messaging technologies
  • Familiarity with OAuth 2.0, JWT, and API security patterns
  • Proficient with SQL/NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis)
  • Hands-on with Docker and Kubernetes in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure)

Nice to Have

  • Experience with MQTT, AMQP, or CoAP for IoT device communication
  • Knowledge of OpenAPI / Swagger specification and contract-first design
  • Exposure to service mesh (Istio, Linkerd) and observability tooling

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, is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

About Cognizant’s IoT Practice

Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes.

Additional Information

⚠️ Visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future. Candidates requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

Benefits

  • Cognitive Health and Wellness Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Care
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • 401(k) plan and contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Contact

Applications will be accepted until July 31st, 2026.

LI# - Compensation & Benefits: $92,000 – $116,000 per year

Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

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