Aashish Gavit

Full Stack Java Developer

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PuneMember since 20 April 2026

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Working as a Java Backend Developer with 2+ years of total experience at Cognizant, contributing to backend systems, microservices, REST APIs, and scalable enterprise applications. Working as a Java Backend Developer with hands-on experience in developing REST APIs, microservices, and backend modules using Java, Spring Boot, and modern development tools. Strong understanding of System design, backend architecture, database integration.

Skilled in Java (8/11/17), Spring Boot, Spring Data JPA, Microservices, REST API development, React.js, HTML5, CSS3, and Cloud & DevOps fundamentals.

Experience in working with Apache Tomcat.

Experience working with MySQL, MongoDB, messaging systems, API Gateway, Git, Maven, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines. Demonstrated collaboration with cross-functional teams, improving productivity, code quality, and delivery speed.

Experience

Software Developer / Junior Java Developer at Cognizant (2024-01 – Present)

Working as a Java Backend Developer contributing to backend systems, microservices, REST APIs, and scalable enterprise applications.

Worked on development of high-performance software solutions using Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, Java8, REST Services ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical specifications.
Attend Agile Sprints, collaborating with cross functional teams to deliver projects within stringent timelines while maintaining exceptional quality standard.
Developed and enhanced REST Services related to Account Summary, Available Balance and Transaction History using Spring Boot and Java8/11.
Design and implement RESTful APIs for retrieving cardholder account information, recent transaction and real-time balance update.
Used Swagger/Open API documentation and collaborated with front-end teams for contract first development.
Assisted in the development of RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot, supporting account and transaction features in the application.
Worked on improving security by addressing vulnerability issues using Sys dig, ensuring the platform meets security and compliance standards.
Participated in daily Agile stand-ups, sprint planning and task estimation to ensure on-time delivery.
Collaborated with senior developers to troubleshoot issues and apply bug fixes across various modules.