Senior Java Developer

As a Senior Java Developer , you will make an impact by designing, developing, and modernizing enterprise applications using Java technologies, microservices architecture, and OpenText Exstream solutions. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with business analysts, architects, product owners, offshore teams, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-quality technology solutions.

Lead and mentor a team of Java developers across application development, enhancements, testing, production support, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Design, develop, and enhance enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring Boot, Spring Batch, REST APIs, and microservices architecture.

Build and maintain batch processing solutions, data transformation services, XML-to-JSON conversion capabilities, and integration components.

Develop and support OpenText Exstream solutions for document composition, customer communication management, print workflows, and archival integrations.

Drive CI/CD implementation, release management, cloud migration, deployment automation, version upgrades, and platform modernization initiatives while promoting engineering best practices.

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Calgary, Alberta . 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.

8+ years of experience in software development with strong expertise in Java, J2EE, Spring Boot, Spring Batch, REST APIs, and microservices.

Hands-on experience developing and supporting enterprise applications, including production deployments, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and issue resolution.

Strong experience with OpenText Exstream or HP Exstream customer communication management platforms.

Proficiency in Oracle, PL/SQL, Unix Shell scripting, and relational database technologies including SQL Server and MongoDB.

Experience with CI/CD and DevOps tools including Git, GitLab, Bitbucket, Jenkins, TeamCity, Maven, Gradle, OpenShift, AWS, and Ansible.

Experience leading development activities, coordinating cross-functional teams, supporting release management, and collaborating with business and vendor stakeholders.

Working knowledge of AI-assisted development tools and prompting techniques, including Microsoft Copilot and Claude, as part of the software development lifecycle.

Experience working within trading or capital markets environments.

Experience leading Java modernization, cloud migration, and enterprise transformation initiatives.

Strong background in API development, batch processing, and enterprise integration solutions.

Experience supporting large-scale customer communication management platforms and document processing systems.

Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and iterative software delivery practices.

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.

About Cognizant: Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

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.

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Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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