Java Full Stack Engineer

Position: Java Full Stack Engineer Client: Cognizant Employment Type: W2 Contract Location: Bridgewater, NJ / Irving, TX / Miami, FL Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week

Job Overview

Workiy Inc. is seeking an experienced Java Full Stack Engineer for a contract opportunity with Cognizant, supporting one of its end clients.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience developing enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and modern frontend technologies such as React or Angular.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable Java-based enterprise applications.

• Develop backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.

• Build responsive frontend applications using React or Angular.

• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and third-party services.

• Work with relational databases and optimize application performance.

• Collaborate with cross-functional development, testing, and DevOps teams.

• Participate in code reviews, debugging, troubleshooting, and production support.

• Support cloud-based application development and deployment.

• Follow Agile development practices and contribute to delivering high-quality software solutions.

Requirements

• Technical Skills and Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Java (Java 8/11/17 or later).

• Proficiency in Spring Boot and Spring Framework.

• Experience designing and developing microservices.

• Strong understanding of REST APIs and enterprise integrations.

• Experience with React.js or Angular.

• Knowledge of JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.

• Experience with SQL and relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle.

• Familiarity with cloud technologies such as AWS or Azure.

• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and modern development practices.

• Understanding of Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized applications is an advantage.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

• Additional Requirements

• Must be comfortable with a W2 contract arrangement.

• Must be available to work onsite 3 days per week in Bridgewater, NJ, Irving, TX, or Miami, FL.

• Relevant enterprise Java full-stack development experience.

• Candidates actively seeking new opportunities are preferred.