Lead Java Developer w/AWS (Hybrid)

Cognizant North America; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant North America is seeking a Lead Java Developer with expertise in AWS to design and implement enterprise solutions. This hybrid role involves managing a team and developing scalable applications. The company offers competitive benefits and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

401(k) plan with company contributions

Disability benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Mandatory knowledge of AWS.
• Experience in Java, JEE, and Spring Boot.
• Ability to manage a team of 6-10 members.

Responsibilities

• Design enterprise solutions using Java and related technologies.
• Develop scalable enterprise web applications and RESTful APIs.
• Maintain effective communication with clients.

Skills

Java

AWS

Spring Boot

MicroServices

JSON

Web Services

XML

XSLT

PL/SQL

Job description

Lead Java Developer w/AWS (Hybrid)

About Cognizant's Digital Engineering Practice:

At Cognizant Digital Engineering, our small, cross-functional teams—including a Product Manager, Architect, Full-Stack Developers, UI/UX designers, and Big Data analysts—collaborate to build high-quality software efficiently. These teams foster collective insight and camaraderie, enabling them to adapt to unforeseen development scope changes while maintaining high standards. Our teams ideate and develop innovative cloud-based solutions following Lean-Agile and DevOps practices across our US Studio system and client sites. Working in Cognizant Digital Engineering offers DevOps engineers opportunities to push digital boundaries and grow their expertise in transformational technologies.

Location: Richmond, VA or McLean, VA.

Note: Cognizant considers only applicants legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Roles, Responsibilities, and Required Qualifications:

• Design enterprise solutions using Java, JEE, Spring Boot, and related Java technologies.
• Implement solutions with Java Spring Boot.
• Mandatory knowledge of AWS.
• Apply design patterns effectively.
• Manage a team of 6-10 members.
• Develop scalable enterprise web applications and RESTful APIs using MicroServices architecture.
• Demonstrate strong skills in JSON, Web Services, XML, XSLT, and PL/SQL.
• Implement industry-standard API security protocols, including OAuth.
• Maintain effective communication with clients.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid holidays and PTO
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Disability benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Applications are accepted until June 22, 2025.

Salary and Compensation:

The annual salary ranges from $81,337 to $141,500, depending on experience and qualifications. The position is eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance.

Why Choose Cognizant?

Our associates benefit from comprehensive training and certifications via our award-winning Academy. We value passion for our clients, communities, and organization, fostering an environment where autonomy and adaptability thrive.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, considering all applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

About Cognizant:

Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant leverages a flexible business model, global delivery network, and domain expertise to serve leading companies worldwide. Visit us at www.cognizant.com.