Cognizant's Digital Engineering practice is seeking a highly qualified Senior Java Backend Developer with 5+ years experience developing and building high-performing, scalable, enterprise applications. You will be part of a digital software team that works on high-demand applications. Our engineers have a passion for high-quality, reliable and maintainable code. You will work side by side with product managers, designers, and clients, making decisions together to quickly deliver valuable working software to clients and their users. Our engineers are agile and retrospective, and not afraid to identify what we're doing wrong, so we can fix it, and what we're doing right, so we can improve on it. Above all, we judge success by the success of our team and the happiness of our customers. Cognizant Digital Engineering If you're like us, you've got big ideas. At Cognizant, we're exploring new ideas every day. We help industry leading companies reinvent their business models and innovate products that create new value-by connecting people with things, insights and experiences. Cognizant digital engineering designs, engineers and delivers digital products and experiences that drive digital-first business models. We offer the most comprehensive digital engineering expertise and client-centric methodology for sustainable innovation. **Location: Saint Louis, MO (Remote)** **You must be legally authorized to work in the USA without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future** **Roles/Responsibilities:** · Participate in designing and enhancing application architecture using **Java 11, Spring MVC, and Microservices** . · Handle the complete software development lifecycle including requirements gathering, development, testing, and deployment. · Offer expertise and troubleshooting support for **SQL Server, Kafka, and ETL processes** . · Build and maintain **RESTful APIs** and use **Python** for scripting and automation tasks. · Monitor system health, resolve issues, and ensure performance, scalability, and adherence to quality standards. **Required Qualifications:** · Proficiency in **Java 11, Spring MVC, and Microservices architecture** · Hands-on experience with **SQL Server, Kafka, and ETL processes** . · Experience in developing and managing **RESTful web services and system integrations** . · Working knowledge of **Python** for automation and scripting. · Experience in **Asset & Wealth Management domain** with strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. **Salary and Other Compensation:** **Applications will be accepted until June 27, 2026.** **The annual salary for this position is between $ 64,000- $ 94,500 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** + **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** **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.** Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.