Principal Architect

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Principal Architect in Hyderabad to design and implement robust software solutions using Java, Kotlin, and Spring Boot. You will guide cross-functional teams, ensure scalable architectures, and drive best practices across the development lifecycle.

You will mentor engineers, oversee integration of components, and continuously improve build and testing processes using Maven, Gradle, and JUnit5 in a Linux environment.

Qualifications

• 14–16 years of experience in Java/Kotlin/Spring-based architectures.
• Proficiency with Lombok, SLF4J, Gradle, Maven, and JUnit5.
• Experience with Linux, XML, JDBC, JSON, and design patterns.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex software solutions using Java, Kotlin and Spring Boot to meet business requirements.
• Oversee the integration of various components using SLF4J, Lombok and Gradle to ensure seamless functionality.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement design patterns that enhance system scalability and maintainability.
• Develop and maintain efficient build processes using Maven and Gradle to streamline project delivery.
• Ensure code quality and reliability through rigorous testing using JUnit5 and other testing frameworks.
• Implement and manage version control systems using GIT to maintain code integrity and facilitate collaboration.
• Utilize YAML and JSON for configuration management and data interchange between systems.
• Apply expertise in JDBC and XML to facilitate data access and manipulation across various platforms.
• Optimize application performance and security by leveraging the Spring Framework and Linux environment.
• Drive innovation by staying updated with the latest industry trends and incorporating them into project strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Ensure all solutions adhere to best practices and industry standards to deliver high-quality software products.

Skills

Java

Kotlin

Spring Boot

Lombok

SLF4J

Gradle

JDBC

Maven

JUnit5

Design Patterns

JSON

XML

GIT

Linux

Spring Framework

Education

Java/Spring Certification

Tools

Maven

JUnit5

GIT

Spring Framework

Spring Boot

Gradle

Job description

Job Title

Principal Architect

Job Summary

As a Principal Architect you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust software solutions using cutting-edge technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality applications. Your expertise in various programming languages and frameworks will drive innovation and efficiency in our projects ultimately contributing to the companys growth and success.

Experience

14 - 16 years

Required Skills

Technical Skills: Lombok Kotlin SLF4J Gradle Java JDBC Maven JUnit5 Design Patterns YAML Spring Boot JSON GIT XML Spring Framework Linux Domain Skills:

Technology

Application Architecture

Shift

Day

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex software solutions using Java Kotlin and Spring Boot to meet business requirements.
• Oversee the integration of various components using SLF4J Lombok and Gradle to ensure seamless functionality.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement design patterns that enhance system scalability and maintainability.
• Develop and maintain efficient build processes using Maven and Gradle to streamline project delivery.
• Ensure code quality and reliability through rigorous testing using JUnit5 and other testing frameworks.
• Implement and manage version control systems using GIT to maintain code integrity and facilitate collaboration.
• Utilize YAML and JSON for configuration management and data interchange between systems.
• Apply expertise in JDBC and XML to facilitate data access and manipulation across various platforms.
• Optimize application performance and security by leveraging the Spring Framework and Linux environment.
• Drive innovation by staying updated with the latest industry trends and incorporating them into project strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Ensure all solutions adhere to best practices and industry standards to deliver high-quality software products.

Qualifications

• Possess extensive experience in Java Kotlin and Spring Boot for developing scalable applications.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using Lombok SLF4J and Gradle for efficient software development.
• Have a strong understanding of design patterns and their application in software architecture.
• Exhibit expertise in using Maven and JUnit5 for build and testing processes.
• Show proficiency in version control with GIT and configuration management using YAML and JSON.
• Have a solid understanding of JDBC XML and Linux for data management and application deployment.

Job Location

Primary Location :INTSHYDA15(ITIND GAR - Tower - 5 HYD - GAR STD) Alternate Location :NA NA Alternate Location 1 :NA NA

Job Type

Principal Architect [40EN48]

Demand Requires Travel?

No

Certifications Required

Certified Java Developer Spring Professional Certification