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Stanfield Systems

Java Developer - mid

Folsom, CA · Remote

$50 - $58/hr

W2 Employee Base location- Sacramento (Remote) Compensation: DOE and compensation package of ... Java EE / Jakarta EE(with WildFly or JBoss) * Front-end development with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

Comcast

Sr. Backend Engineer - Xumo

Irvine, CA · Remote

Position is office based in Irvine, CA or Philadelphia, PA,- 4 days on-site & 1 day remote. Java Application Development for Video Streaming Backend Systems * Develop backend systems for video ...

NEOGOV

Software Architect (Java)

El Segundo, CA · On-site +1

$67 - $90.50/hr

Remote Job Type: Full-Time Remote Employment: Remote Optional Job Number: 00905.1 Department ... Java Ecosystem: Expert-level knowledge of Spring Boot 3.x and Java 17/21+, with a focus on ...

NEOGOV

Software Architect (Java)

El Segundo, CA · On-site +1

$67 - $90.50/hr

Remote Optional Job Number: 00905 Department: Development Division: HRIS Opening Date: 05/29/2026 ... Java Ecosystem: Expert-level knowledge of Spring Boot 3.x and Java 17/21+, with a focus on ...

Comcast

Sr. Backend Engineer - Xumo

Irvine, CA · Remote

$141K - $189K/yr

Position is office based in Irvine, CA or Philadelphia, PA,- 4 days on-site & 1 day remote. Java Application Development for Video Streaming Backend Systems * Develop backend systems for video ...

NEOGOV

Software Architect (Java)

El Segundo, CA · On-site +1

$67 - $90.50/hr

About This role is remote from anywhere in the US and Canada. NEOGOV is a proud AI-Enabled SaaS ... Java Ecosystem: Expert-level knowledge of Spring Boot 3.x and Java 17/21+, with a focus on ...

Ab Ovo inc.

Java developer - NoSql & Kafka

Santa Clara, CA · On-site +1

$60.25 - $78/hr

We are looking for Java developer with hands-on experience on building n-tier applications using RESTful Services, Java/J2EE, NoSql and related technologies. Qualifications Must have skills: * 5+ ...

Horizontal Talent

Java Developer

Menlo Park, CA · On-site +1

$60 - $77.75/hr

We're looking for a seasoned Java Developer to help build and modernize core backend services for a fast-paced enterprise platform. This hybrid role is based in Menlo Park, CA, and offers the ...

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Walmart

Senior, Software Engineer (Backend Java)

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site +1

$141K - $183K/yr

This is a full-time onsite role based in Sunnyvale, CA; remote and hybrid options are not available ... Strong core Java and J2EE knowledge. * In-depth understanding of Java Spring, Spring Boot ...

YO AI Labs

Senior Software Engineer - Remote

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$132K - $174K/yr

Remote Job Summary: In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI ... Proficiency in Python3, Java, Rust, or TypeScript, with additional experience in C++ or Go ...

Redolent, Inc.

MLOps Engineer (Java)

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site +1

$61.75 - $84.50/hr

Proficiency in Java and experience with high-performance serving * Strong background in monitoring and observability tools * Experience with CI/CD pipelines and GitOps workflows

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Senior Java Backend Engineer (Remote)

Cognizant Technology Solutions

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site, Remote

$60K - $117K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Cognizant rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 86 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 72 rated business consultants

Job description

Senior Java Backend Engineer (Remote)
Important Disclaimers:
Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.
Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
In this role, you will:
  • Design, develop, and maintain highly scalable, secure, and high-performance enterprise applications using Java 11/17/21, J2EE, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture, adhering to coding standards and best practices.
  • Develop and support event-driven applications using Apache Kafka, including producer/consumer implementations, message processing, error handling, monitoring, and performance tuning.
  • Design and optimize database solutions using Hibernate/JPA and Advanced SQL, including data modeling, query optimization, indexing strategies, performance tuning, and troubleshooting complex database issues.
  • Diagnose and resolve production issues through detailed root cause analysis and implement long-term, sustainable fixes.
  • Build, deploy, and manage applications on Azure, AWS, and/or GCP and Develop, deploy, and support containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes
  • Utilize Gen AI tools such as GitHub Copilot to accelerate development, improve code quality, support debugging, create unit tests, perform code reviews, and enhance overall engineering productivity.
  • Collaborate effectively with architects, product owners, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, provide technical guidance, resolve complex production issues, and ensure successful project delivery.

Location: US
Work model: Remote
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in US. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
What you need to have to be considered:
  • Strong hands-on development experience in Java 11/17/21, J2EE, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture, with proven expertise in designing and developing scalable enterprise applications.
  • Proven experience designing and developing large-scale, high performance microservices architectures.
  • Hands-on expertise in Apache Kafka for event-driven architectures, messaging, asynchronous processing, and distributed system integration.
  • Strong knowledge of Hibernate/JPA and Advanced SQL, including database design, query optimization, performance tuning, and data modeling.
  • Deep expertise advanced SQL and practical experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes, deploying and managing containerized applications in enterprise environments and Solid understanding of
  • CI/CD pipelines, with experience troubleshooting build failures, test errors, and deployment issues
  • Hands-on experience with Gen AI tools such as GitHub Copilot, leveraging AI-assisted development for coding, debugging, code reviews, testing, and productivity improvements.
  • Candidate must possess strong coding, debugging, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently on complex technical challenges
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across business and technical teams

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.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until 9/1/2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $60K - 117K 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.
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.
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. 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.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] for roles based in the Americas or [email protected] for roles based in India.

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