• Lead Java Full Stack Engineer

    Cognizant (Plano, TX)


    Cognizant’s Engineering practice is seeking a highly qualified Lead Java Full Stack Engineer with experience developing and building high-performing, scalable, enterprise applications. You will be part of a digital software team that works on high-demand applications. Our engineers have a passion for high-quality, reliable, and maintainable code.

    Work model:

    At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a Hybrid position requiring 2 to 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office- **Plano Texas**

     

    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.

     

    Please note: _A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs_

     

    _Cognizant will not sponsor H-1B or other U.S. work authorization for this role._

     

    _In this role, you will:_

     

    Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure applications using Java J2EE, Spring Boot, Microservices and one of the frontend end technologies – React or Vue JS

     

    Build and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices to support front-end applications and third-party integrations.

     

    Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other developers, to deliver high-quality software solutions.

     

    Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards.

     

    Perform unit testing, integration testing, and debugging to ensure application reliability and performance.

     

    Monitor and improve application performance, scalability, and security.

     

    Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and team meetings to share knowledge and improve processes.

    What you need to have to be considered:

    Full Stack developer with expertise in Java technologies and one frontend – Angular or React or Vue Js

     

    Proficiency in Java J2EE with a strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles.

     

    Working experience in one of the front-end technologies like Angular or React, or Vue.js.

     

    Scripting – Python is an added advantage

     

    Exposure in connectivity to Test Data Management Tools (ex. Genrocket) and provide self service capabilities for synthetic data generation

     

    Hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and related Spring modules (e.g., Spring Security, Spring Data).

     

    Knowledge of building and consuming RESTful APIs and working with JSON/XML.

     

    Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and ORM frameworks like Hibernate.

     

    Experience with microservices architecture and containerization tools like Docker.

     

    Proficiency in version control systems like Git.

     

    Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

     

    Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

     

    Preferred Skills

     

    Experience with AWS cloud platform

     

    Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI.

     

    Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

    Salary and Other Compensation:

    The annual salary for this position is between $81,000- $140,000 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.

     

    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.