Entry-level Full Stack Engineer; FIS Technical Training Program

Position Overview

Build a comprehensive enterprise banking platform that demonstrates modern software engineering practices with dual-stack capabilities (Java and .NET), enterprise database integration (Oracle SQL and DB2), and both REST and SOAP API development. You will get trained to become a junior software engineer expectations for enterprise banking environments and showcases proficiency in legacy and modern integration patterns.

You will serve on a team as a trusted advisor during FIS IBS implementations, guiding clients through requirements definition, data transformation, testing, and go-live readiness. You will be a valued member of Cognizant’s Banking & Financial Services team and collaborate closely with clients, delivery teams, and technical partners.

Kick-start your software engineering career in our new hire training program to learn the latest technical skills!

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, majoring in Computer Science and/or Software Engineering
• Candidate should possess strong Java application development skills (e.g., Core Java technologies, React JavaScript, & Spring framework)
• Demonstrated development experiences in C#, .NET, VB/ASP development and database experience
• Demonstrated experiences in cloud computing such as Azure Open Shift and AWS, etc.
• Understanding of software development methodologies
• Self-motivated individuals with strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the passion and appetite to learn newer technologies
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills; actively participates in team meetings discussions and be a specialist in Object Oriented analysis and design using common design patterns
• Ability to work collaboratively with global project teams

• Implement secure financial transaction systems using Java or .NET
• Maintain systems by monitoring, identifying, and correcting software defects
• Java/Java EE/Spring microservice API development while providing expertise in the full software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing
• Master Oracle SQL and DB2 database operations and optimization
• Create role-based authentication and authorization
• Deploy enterprise-grade applications with proper error handling and logging
• Develop both REST and SOAP web services for enterprise integration; as well as integrate with legacy systems using SOAP while supporting modern REST APIs
• Practice Agile development methodologies
• Implement transaction management across distributed systems
• Ensure designs are compliant with specifications
• Interaction and coordination with offshore team members for various client specific tasks and enhancements
• Support continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies and communicating these for architectural review

New hires will be deployed to specific client sites in Jacksonville, FL;
St. Petersburg, FL;
Atlanta, GA;
Brown Deer, WI, and those locations will be discussed through the application process. While Cognizant will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your location preference, please note that final assignments will be based on business needs and regional relocation may be required.

New hires will start in March 2026. While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment. Exact start dates will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively.

Cognizant delivers solutions that draw upon the full power and scale of our associates. You will be supported by high-caliber experts and employ some of the most advanced and patented capabilities. Our associate’s diverse backgrounds offer varied perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients.

The annual salary for this position is $65,000.00 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.

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