Lead Java Developer (AWS)

Entri Jobs; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Lead Developer to design and deliver resilient cloud-native applications in a hybrid work environment. You will work with Java Spring Boot microservices, Python, containers, and CI/CD pipelines on AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker to build secure and scalable solutions.

You will lead backend services development, design scalable architectures, develop automation tools, and contribute to vulnerability management and secure development practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience.
• Strong Python/Java, cloud-native development on AWS.
• Experience with microservices architecture and CI/CD.
• Knowledge of security best practices and vulnerability management.
• AWS Certified Developer Associate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build, enhance, and maintain backend services using Python and Java.
• Design and implement scalable, reliable, and secure backend architectures.
• Develop automation scripts and internal tools to improve operational efficiency.
• Perform vulnerability management activities, including identifying, triaging, tracking, and supporting the remediation of security issues.

Skills

AWS

CI/CD

Docker

Java

Kubernetes

Microservices

Python

Spring Boot

Vulnerability Management

System Performance Tuning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a skilled Lead Developer to design and deliver resilient cloud-native applications in a hybrid work environment. You will work on Java Springboot microservices, Python, containers, and continuous integration pipelines, leveraging AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker to build secure and scalable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Build, enhance, and maintain backend services using Python and Java.
• Design and implement scalable, reliable, and secure backend architectures.
• Develop automation scripts and internal tools to improve operational efficiency.
• Perform vulnerability management activities, including identifying, triaging, tracking, and supporting the remediation of security issues.

Qualifications

• Strong programming experience in Python and Java.
• Hands‑on experience with AWS services and cloud‑native development.
• Deep understanding of backend scalable systems, including performance, reliability, and security best practices.
• Knowledge of vulnerability management and secure development practices.
• Preferred: AWS Certified Developer Associate certification.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Skills

AWS, CI/CD, Docker, Java, Kubernetes, Microservices, Python, Spring Boot, Vulnerability Management, System Performance Tuning

Experience

5+ years