cognizant
Java Developer(AWS)
Cognizant is hiring a Java Developer(AWS) for its Technology & Engineering team in Chennai. The role focuses on developing secure and scalable cloud-native backend applications using Java, Python, Spring Boot, microservices, and AWS technologies. The position involves backend development, automation, production support, security vulnerability management, performance optimization, and collaboration with engineering teams. Knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, big data, distributed systems, and CI/CD can be beneficial.
Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Experience
2–5 Years
Salary
₹6–12 LPA
Job Type
Full-time
Work Mode
Hybrid
Posted
8 Oct 2026
Responsibilities
- • Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Python
- • Design scalable, reliable, and secure backend architectures
- • Create automation scripts and internal engineering tools
- • Handle production support and other technical engineering activities
- • Identify, track, and help resolve security vulnerabilities
- • Work with cross-functional teams to deliver maintainable solutions
- • Improve system performance through monitoring and optimization
- • Contribute to continuous improvement of backend systems
Requirements
- • Strong programming skills in Java and Python
- • Practical AWS and cloud-native development experience
- • Understanding of secure and scalable backend architectures
- • Ability to handle technical and operational tasks
- • Knowledge of scripting and troubleshooting
- • Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD practices is an advantage
- • Self-driven approach with good communication and collaboration skills
- • Ability to manage multiple tasks with limited supervision
Skills
JavaPythonSpring BootMicroservicesAWSKubernetesDockerCloud-Native DevelopmentBackend DevelopmentCI/CDVulnerability ManagementScriptingDatabase/Performance OptimizationBig DataDistributed Systems
Eligibility
- • Relevant experience in Java and Python development
- • Hands-on experience with AWS services and cloud-native development
- • Understanding of scalable backend systems, performance, reliability, and security
- • Knowledge of vulnerability management and secure development practices
- • Strong scripting and problem-solving skills
- • Knowledge of big data and distributed systems is an advantage
- • AWS Certified Developer – Associate certification is preferred
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