Lead Full Stack Developer

Cognizant; Irving (TX); Remote; USD 81,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) plan and contributions

Paid holidays and PTO

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Lead Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and enhance enterprise-scale digital applications for customer experiences. You will collaborate with architects, product owners, business stakeholders, and global delivery teams to build scalable, cloud-native solutions that support critical customer-facing platforms.

We require strong Java, AEM, Spring, J2EE, and modern JavaScript skills, plus experience building React components and AWS-based solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, and modern front-end development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support enterprise web applications using Java, AEM, Spring, J2EE, and modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Build and integrate React-based components and interactive user experiences while enhancing platform performance and scalability.
• Develop cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, CloudFront, and S3.
• Modernize and optimize digital applications through AEM migrations and component enhancements.

Skills

JavaScript

jQuery

AJAX

AEM development

Java

Spring Framework

EJB

J2EE

AWS

React.js

Sling Models

OSGi

Coral UI

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Tools

Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)

React.js

AWS

Job description

About the role

As a Lead Full Stack Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and enhancing enterprise-scale digital applications that deliver exceptional customer experiences. You will be a valued member of the Digital Engineering team and work collaboratively with architects, product owners, business stakeholders, and global delivery teams to build scalable, cloud-native solutions that support critical customer-facing platforms.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring Visa transfer or sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, and support enterprise web applications using Java, Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Spring, J2EE, and modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Build and integrate React-based components and interactive user experiences while enhancing platform performance, personalization, and scalability.
• Develop and maintain cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, CloudFront, and S3.
• Modernize and optimize digital applications through AEM migrations, component enhancements, and implementation of best practices for maintainability and performance.
• Provide technical leadership, mentor onshore and offshore team members, and collaborate across teams to troubleshoot complex issues and deliver high-quality solutions.

Work model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. 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

• Extensive experience with JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, and modern front-end application development.
• Strong experience supporting Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) development and support.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Framework, EJB, and J2EE enterprise application development.
• Experience building and supporting cloud solutions using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, CloudFront, and Amazon S3.
• Experience developing React.js-based web components and integrating them with enterprise content management platforms.
• Knowledge of Sling Models, OSGi Services, Coral UI, and AEM component architecture.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot production issues and lead technical initiatives across distributed teams.

These will help you stand out

• Experience with AngularJS and enterprise portal applications.
• Knowledge of AEM personalization and customer experience optimization.
• Experience with Python, LangChain, Agentic AI, and Large Language Model (LLM) technologies.
• Experience building AI-powered solutions for customer analytics, data summarization, and business insights.
• Familiarity with telecommunications, customer support, or digital self-service platforms.

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

Note: Certain roles may require candidates to attend in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project requirements.

Applications will be accepted till September 22nd, 2026

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $81,337 to $141,500 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.

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.