Sr. Associate - Java

Description
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineer's modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant .
Cognizant is looking for a " Sr. Associate Java" for developing customized product for our clients. The role is expected to drive technology discussions and analyze the current landscape for gaps in addressing business needs. Cognizant needs a motivated individual to challenge the status quo and provide thought leadership/best practices to enhance our current services and technologies.
Work Authorization : Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States.
Education Details: BS or Equivalent
Must Have Skills: SQL Server, Spring Boot, Microservices, Spring Batch, Spring MVC, Spring Core, REST Web Services, GIT, Core Java, SOAP, Maven, MySQL, PL/SQL, Struts
Good To Have Skills: WebSphere application server, Mockito, Spring Logging, Postgre, Groovy, Spring Security, Java Persistence API, Web Logic Application Server, Hibernate, Java Message Service, Oracle, Linux, Tomcat, JBoss, EJB
Job Location : Brea, CA, USA (Remote)
Roles & Responsibilities:
• 8+ years of Strong Dev Java Exp - Need technically strong Java profile who needs to work independently and take delivery responsibility for the assigned project activity.
• Good Hands-On project experience is expected Java/J2EE, Strong SQL skills, Spring MVC, Spring boot, Spring Injection concepts, Git, CICD Jenkins, JUNIT
• Need strong SQL / Microsoft SQL server knowledge. The resource should have strong SQL skills to analyze and tune queries for performance. skill level as close to possible to a DBA. (but an actual DBA is not needed)
• Need strong Java knowledge. Current application runs on open JDK 17.
• Need someone who can analyze the existing system's code base, understand it, and rewrite it to make it more efficient.
• Need a senior resource who can work with no hand-holding and can work independently. (This implies good communication skills as well.)
• Insurance Domain knowledge is preferable.
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

Disclaimer : 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.
Qualifications
Technical Skills
SNo
Primary Skill
Proficiency Level *
Rqrd./Dsrd.
1
Websphere application server
PL2
Desired
2
SQL Server
PL3
Required
3
Mockito
PL4
Desired
4
Spring Logging
PL4
Desired
5
Postgre
PL2
Desired
6
Spring Boot
PL4
Required
7
Microservices
PL1
Required
8
Groovy
PL2
Desired
9
Spring Security
PL3
Desired
10
Spring Batch
PL2
Required
11
Java Persistence API
PL2
Desired
12
Spring MVC
PL4
Required
13
Spring Core
PL4
Required
14
REST Web Services
PL4
Required
15
GIT
PL1
Required
16
Core Java
PL4
Required
17
Web Logic Application Server
PL3
Desired
18
Hibernate
PL3
Desired
19
SOAP
PL3
Required
20
Java Message Service
PL2
Desired
21
Maven
PL2
Required
22
MySQL
PL2
Required
23
Oracle
PL1
Desired
24
PL/SQL
PL1
Required
25
Linux
PL2
Desired
26
Tomcat
PL3
Desired
27
JBoss
PL3
Desired
28
Struts
PL2
Required
29
EJB
PL3
Desired
* Proficiency Legends
Proficiency Level
Generic Reference
PL1
The associate has basic awareness and comprehension of the skill and is in the process of acquiring this skill through various channels.
PL2
The associate possesses working knowledge of the skill, and can actively and independently apply this skill in engagements and projects.
PL3
The associate has comprehensive, in-depth and specialized knowledge of the skill. She / he has extensively demonstrated successful application of the skill in engagements or projects.
PL4
The associate can function as a subject matter expert for this skill. The associate is capable of analyzing, evaluating and synthesizing solutions using the skill.