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Java Spring Boot & Microservices Developer (Junior)

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Job Description

This is a remote position.

Junior Java Spring Boot & Microservices Developer

Client: Cognizant
Experience: 1–3 Years
Role Level: Junior / Software Engineer

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated Java Developer with 1–3 years of hands-on experience developing backend applications using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and Microservices. The ideal candidate should have strong programming fundamentals, good problem-solving skills, and experience working in an Agile development environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.

  • Develop, integrate, and maintain RESTful APIs and Microservices.

  • Write clean, reusable, maintainable, and well-tested code.

  • Work with relational databases and write efficient SQL queries.

  • Participate in requirement analysis, design discussions, development, testing, and deployment activities.

  • Troubleshoot application issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement fixes.

  • Develop unit tests using JUnit and Mockito.

  • Use Git for version control and participate in code reviews.

  • Collaborate with developers, QA engineers, business analysts, and cross-functional teams.

  • Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and follow established coding and security standards.



Requirements

Required Technical Skills

  • 1–3 years of relevant software development experience.

  • Strong knowledge of Core Java, including OOP concepts, Collections, Exception Handling, and Java 8+ features.

  • Hands-on experience with Spring Boot and Spring Framework.

  • Understanding of Microservices architecture and distributed applications.

  • Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs.

  • Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle.

  • Experience with JUnit and Mockito for unit testing.

  • Familiarity with Git, Maven, or Gradle.

  • Basic understanding of CI/CD concepts and application deployment.

  • Knowledge of JSON, HTTP/HTTPS, and API integration.

  • Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Docker and Kubernetes.

  • Cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.

  • Apache Kafka or other messaging technologies.

  • Spring Security, OAuth 2.0, and JWT.

  • Jenkins, GitHub Actions, SonarQube, Swagger/OpenAPI, or Postman.

  • Application logging and monitoring tools.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.

  • Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.

  • Ability to work effectively in an Agile development environment.



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