Java AWS Architect

Cognizant; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Java AWS Architect to design and deliver scalable, secure enterprise applications built with Java, Spring Boot, and AWS. You will lead architecture discussions, mentor engineers, and collaborate with Product/UX/DevOps to build cloud-native authentication solutions and RESTful APIs.

The role emphasizes high-quality, testable code and robust CI/CD pipelines. The ideal candidate has 12+ years of experience, deep AWS expertise, and a proven track record in enterprise software

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience designing and developing enterprise applications.
• Strong hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Security.
• Extensive experience architecting and implementing cloud-based solutions on AWS.
• Proven ability to make architecture decisions and provide technical leadership across teams.
• Strong SQL and database design expertise.
• Deep experience designing, developing, and integrating RESTful APIs.
• Experience implementing and managing Swagger/OpenAPI documentation.
• Hands-on experience with GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience using SonarQube, Veracode, and related code quality and security tools.
• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, code reviews, testing, and DevOps methodologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Security.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and cloud-native solutions on AWS.
• Lead technical design discussions and guide engineering teams on architecture and development best practices.
• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs, including API documentation using Swagger/OpenAPI.
• Partner with Product, UX, and Design teams to build enterprise authentication and authorization applications from scratch.
• Develop high-quality, testable code with strong unit testing practices to support CI/CD and DevOps initiatives.
• Build and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipelines leveraging tools such as SonarQube and Veracode.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and promote GitFlow development processes.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Spring Security

AWS

RESTful APIs

Database design

Architecture decisions

Unit testing

CI/CD

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Swagger/OpenAPI

GitLab CI/CD

SonarQube

Veracode

SQL tooling

Job description

About the Role

As a Java AWS Architect , you will make an impact by designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise applications using Java and AWS technologies. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with Product, UX, Design, DevOps, and development teams to build enterprise authentication solutions and modern cloud-native applications from the ground up.

In This Role, You Will:

• Architect, design, and develop enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Security.

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and cloud-native solutions on AWS.

• Lead technical design discussions and guide engineering teams on architecture and development best practices.

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs, including API documentation using Swagger/OpenAPI.

• Partner with Product, UX, and Design teams to build enterprise authentication and authorization applications from scratch.

• Develop high-quality, testable code with strong unit testing practices to support CI/CD and DevOps initiatives.

• Build and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipelines leveraging tools such as SonarQube and Veracode.

• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and promote GitFlow development processes.

• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability.

• Mentor developers and provide technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle.

Work Model

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 Atlanta, Georgia or Raleigh, North Carolina .

Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What You Need to Have to Be Considered

• 12+ years of experience designing and developing enterprise applications.

• Strong hands‑on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Security.

• Extensive experience architecting and implementing cloud-based solutions on AWS.

• Proven ability to make architecture decisions and provide technical leadership across teams.

• Strong SQL and database design expertise.

• Deep experience designing, developing, and integrating RESTful APIs.

• Experience implementing and managing Swagger/OpenAPI documentation.

• Hands‑on experience with GitLab CI/CD pipelines.

• Experience using SonarQube, Veracode, and related code quality and security tools.

• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, code reviews, testing, and DevOps methodologies.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

These Will Help You Stand Out

• Experience building enterprise authentication, identity, and access management solutions.

• AWS certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Developer.

• Experience with microservices and distributed system architectures.

• Experience mentoring engineers and leading technical teams.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position depends 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.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.