Senior Java Lead — Hybrid Backend, Scalable Systems

Cognizant; Arkansas; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Lead Developer with extensive Java experience to drive advanced Java delivery. You will design scalable, secure enterprise systems in a hybrid environment, mentor teams, and ensure high-quality performance for global customers.

The role emphasizes strong design skills, microservice architecture, and collaboration with product owners and operations to deliver reliable software and impactful digital services.

Qualifications

• Eight to twelve years of progressive software development experience focused on advanced Java enterprise solutions.
• Strong proficiency in core Java, OO design, multithreading, collections, and exception handling.
• Deep experience with Spring and modular microservice architectures.
• Relational databases and data access logic knowledge.
• Experience with build tools, version control, and CI/CD in hybrid environments.
• Familiarity with secure coding, authentication patterns, and data protection concepts.
• Clear communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design robust advanced Java applications addressing complex business requirements in a hybrid setting.
• Develop high-performance backend services using Java frameworks for global users.
• Guide solution design discussions translating business problems into technical approaches.
• Implement modular code structures to ease future enhancements and maintenance.
• Coordinate with product owners, architects, and testers to align features with roadmaps.
• Review code for standards, tests, and secure coding guidelines.
• Optimize performance by profiling services and tuning resources.
• Document designs, data flows, and integration points for maintainability.
• Collaborate with operations for deployments, readiness, and monitoring.
• Resolve production issues with structured debugging to minimize disruption.
• Mentor junior developers and promote disciplined engineering practices.
• Plan tasks and dependencies with hybrid team members for predictable releases.
• Align Java solutions with company goals to deliver secure, efficient digital experiences.

Skills

Advanced Java

Spring framework

Multithreading

Design patterns

Microservices

Performance optimization

Code review

Mentoring

Tools

Build tools

Version control

CI/CD

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a Lead Developer with extensive Java experience to drive advanced Java delivery. You will design scalable, secure enterprise systems in a hybrid environment, mentor teams, and ensure high-quality performance for global customers.

The role emphasizes strong design skills, microservice architecture, and collaboration with product owners and operations to deliver reliable software and impactful digital services.