TL;DR
Senior Java Developer (AI, Kafka): Designing and building scalable Java applications with an accent on event-driven architectures, data access layers, and GenAI-powered development tools. Focus on optimizing persistence technologies, integrating distributed messaging systems, and enhancing code quality with AI tools.
Location: Hybrid (Lisbon, Portugal)
Company
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.
What you will do
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java applications using Spring and/or Quarkus frameworks.
- Integrate distributed messaging systems, primarily Apache Kafka, to support resilient, event-driven architectures.
- Build and optimize data access layers across various persistence technologies including NoSQL and managed services.
- Actively contribute to Agile ceremonies and principles.
- Use and promote GenAI-powered development tools to enhance code quality and productivity.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams and mentor junior developers.
Requirements
- Proven Senior level experience in Java, with strong expertise in Spring and/or Quarkus.
- Solid hands-on knowledge of Apache Kafka and event-driven architecture design.
- Strong understanding of persistence technologies such as Cassandra, MongoDB, Redis, and DynamoDB.
- Practical experience working in Agile teams.
- Experience with, or strong interest in, GenAI-based development tools.
- Strong communication skills in English.
Culture & Benefits
- High-caliber team that appreciates and supports one another in an energetic, collaborative, and inclusive workplace.
- Part of a global community with more than 300,000 associates.
- Committed to doing what’s right for people, clients, company, communities, and climate.
- Fosters an innovative environment to build your career path.