Sr Associate Projects (Remote)

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers’ modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we’re improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com

The role is encouraged to drive technology discussions and analyze the current landscape for gaps in addressing business needs. Cognizant needs a motivated individual to challenge the status quo and provide thought leadership/standard methodologies to improve our current services and technologies.

Role: Java Developer

Location: Morris Plains, NJ

Roles/Responsibilities:

• Design and Develop (Full Stack Java Developer) high quality deliverables adhering to defined standards and design principles

• Create unit tests and ensure code coverage is met as per the agreed standards

• Assumes responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the team’s deliverables

• Provide Java and database solutions by studying existing technology architecture; analyzing browser compatibility techniques; evaluating solution alternatives; developing prototypes; and writing detailed technical requirements

• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement in all areas of technology and instills the principles of this culture in a team.

• Ensures that teams have appropriate product and technical specifications, direction, and resources to deliver products effectively by establishing realistic estimates for timelines while ensuring that projects remain on target to meet deadlines

• Provides detailed and timely status updates to management

• Helps establish and enhance development policies, procedures, and standards and enforces their implementation upon their team of developers

• Maintains technical knowledge and understanding of the latest development methodologies and best practices by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations

• Ensures quality and consistency throughout the architecture and implementation of the code base

• Acts as a highly competent advisor to their manager, leads and team

Required Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge in Java 8

• Strong knowledge in spring boot

• Strong knowledge in Javascript, Angular

• Expertise in API & Log integrations & customization

• Knowledge in Git and Jenkins

• Knowledge in AWS/OpenShift

Good to Have:

• Knowledge in Spark

• Knowledge in React JS

Applications are accepted till Oct 11.

Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position will range between $82,000 to $92,500 and will depend 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.