What are the responsibilities and job description for the Java Full Stack Engineer – React & AWS position at Cognizant?
About The Role
As a Java Full Stack Engineer – React & AWS, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable full-stack applications that enable complex business workflows and deliver reliable user experiences. You will be a valued member of the Digital Engineering team and work collaboratively with product managers, analysts, domain experts, and engineering teams.
Requirements
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
The annual salary for this position is between $68K – $114K 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:
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.
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.
Application Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until 10/15/2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as the posting may close sooner if a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is identified.
As a Java Full Stack Engineer – React & AWS, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable full-stack applications that enable complex business workflows and deliver reliable user experiences. You will be a valued member of the Digital Engineering team and work collaboratively with product managers, analysts, domain experts, and engineering teams.
Requirements
- Candidate must have 5-8 years of experience developing enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, React, and AWS.
- Experience with JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, AJAX, JSON, responsive web design, and mobile user interface development.
- Proficiency with SQL, PL/SQL, or MySQL and relational data modeling.
- Experience with Git, Jira, Jenkins, DevOps practices, and continuous integration and delivery pipelines.
- Experience debugging, monitoring, and optimizing applications using tools such as Splunk, Kibana, SonarQube, or Fiddler.
- Experience with React Native, Node.js, Angular, jQuery, Backbone.js, or Underscore.js.
- Familiarity with content management platforms such as Liferay, WordPress, Drupal, or Joomla.
- Experience with user interface and user experience design tools, including Adobe Photoshop or Dreamweaver.
- Experience supporting energy trading, forecasting, risk visibility, or utility-sector applications.
- Knowledge of secure application design, performance optimization, automated testing, and production support.
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
The annual salary for this position is between $68K – $114K 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
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.
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.
Application Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until 10/15/2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as the posting may close sooner if a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is identified.
Salary : $68,000 - $114,000