About the Company: Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

About the Role: Join our dynamic team as a Senior Engineer - Full Stack where you will leverage your extensive experience in Kafka Rest API Spring Boot and Java 11 to drive innovative solutions in the Cards and Payments domain. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects contributing to the companys mission of enhancing financial services. With a focus on day shifts and no travel requirements this position is ideal for those seeking a balanced work-life environment.

Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain high-quality software solutions using Java 11 Spring Boot and Rest API to meet business requirements.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable and reliable systems.Utilize Kafka for building real-time data processing applications and ensure seamless data flow.Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues to maintain system stability and performance.Participate in the entire software development lifecycle from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.Implement security best practices to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards.Optimize application performance and scalability through effective use of resources and technologies.Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on technical challenges and career development.Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve skills and knowledge.Contribute to the improvement of development processes and methodologies for increased efficiency.Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.Ensure that all deliverables meet quality standards and are delivered on time.