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Senior Java Application Support Engineer - Hybrid Important Disclaimers: **Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.** **Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future** In this role, you will: • Work actively with team members to analyse and resolve application issues • Identify defects, discrepancies, and trends by ways of code debugging or log analysis • Manage incidents and effectively communicate with users, application owners and senior stakeholders across all areas • Improve application stability and performance by observing patterns, recurring failures and/or issues, and advise application owners on permanent fixes accordingly Location : New York, USA Work model : Hybrid We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in New York, NY Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. What you need to have to be considered: • 6+ years of experience in application support, with demonstrable experience in ITSM process. • Proficiency in programming language - Java • Experience with Unix/Linux operating systems. Should be proficient in unix commands and shell scripting • Strong Experience in SQL, should be proficient in writing complex queries, PL/SQL. • Strong ability to understand, debug, and optimize code. • Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences. • Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to detect root causes and implement effective solutions. Salary and Other Compensation: Applications will be accepted until 10/24/2026. The annual salary for this position is between $46K – 93K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate . This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. 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. Additional employment information Compensation 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. Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants for US based positions must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The company is unable to provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for US based positions. If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India. About Cognizant: Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

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Senior Java Application Support Engineer - Hybrid
Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.**
Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future**
Work actively with team members to analyse and resolve application issues
Identify defects, discrepancies, and trends by ways of code debugging or log analysis
Manage incidents and effectively communicate with users, application owners and senior stakeholders across all areas
Improve application stability and performance by observing patterns, recurring failures and/or issues, and advise application owners on permanent fixes accordingly
Location : New York, USA
Work model : Hybrid
What you need to have to be considered:
6+ years of experience in application support, with demonstrable experience in ITSM process.
Proficiency in programming language - Java
Experience with Unix/Linux operating systems. Should be proficient in unix commands and shell scripting
Strong Experience in SQL, should be proficient in writing complex queries, PL/SQL.
Strong ability to understand, debug, and optimize code.
Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to detect root causes and implement effective solutions.
Applications will be accepted until 10/24/2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $46K – 93K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate .
Benefits : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Long-term/Short-term Disability
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.
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