Lead Full-Stack Java Engineer — Hybrid (3 on-site/2 remote)

Cognizant; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Wellbeing Programs

Job summary

Cognizant is hiring a Lead Full Stack Java Engineer in Jersey City. You will design, develop, and deliver scalable enterprise applications, collaborating with architects, product owners, and stakeholders.

The role focuses on Java-based backend with Spring Boot, SQL, and modern front-end tech including React. The position emphasizes secure production code, architecture artifacts, and SDLC practices, with hybrid work: 3 days onsite in Jersey City and 2 days remote.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of overall software engineering experience with a strong focus on Java-based enterprise application development.
• Strong experience developing enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, and SQL.
• Hands-on experience building modern web applications with React and related front-end technologies.
• Proven experience with system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Experience developing, debugging, and maintaining applications in large-scale enterprise environments.
• Knowledge of cloud-based application development and modern software architectures.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, application resiliency, and secure software development practices.
• Experience using AI-assisted software development tools and validating AI-generated outputs for quality, performance, and security.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, SQL, and modern front-end technologies.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code and maintain software solutions that support business-critical applications.
• Produce architecture and design artifacts for complex applications and ensure development aligns with established engineering standards.
• Mentor engineering teams and promote innovation through emerging technologies and engineering excellence.
• Independently lead modules and provide technical direction to development teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

SQL

React

CI/CD

Agile methodologies

Leadership

AI-assisted development tools

Tools

AI-assisted development tools

Job description

Cognizant is hiring a Lead Full Stack Java Engineer in Jersey City. You will design, develop, and deliver scalable enterprise applications, collaborating with architects, product owners, and stakeholders.

The role focuses on Java-based backend with Spring Boot, SQL, and modern front-end tech including React. The position emphasizes secure production code, architecture artifacts, and SDLC practices, with hybrid work: 3 days onsite in Jersey City and 2 days remote.