Java Lead Developer

Java Lead Developer (Onsite)

We are seeking a Java Lead Developer to design, develop, and maintain robust, high-performance software solutions. The ideal candidate will leverage their deep expertise in Java, Microservices architecture, Kafka, and Spring frameworks to build scalable and secure systems.

You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Location: NC, Charlotte Onsite position, 5 days a week at the office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers.
• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions using Java, Microservices, and the Spring stack.
• Ensure 100% code coverage for line and branch using JUnit.
• Implement automation testing using BDD frameworks like Cucumber or Karate.
• Should have managed distributed teams and worked on onsite-offshore model
• Collaborate with other technology teams and architects to define and develop scalable design solutions.
• Implement resilient and secure code solutions to enhance customer journey experiences and digital capabilities to automate.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Leverage advanced troubleshooting skills to efficiently identify and resolve bottlenecks and bugs.
• Help maintain code quality with out sonar issues / vulnerabilities
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Qualifications

• Proven 10+ experience as a Lead Software Engineer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Java, Microservices, Oracle, Spring stack(Spring Boot, Spring frameworks , Spring Data JPA).
• Extensive experience with JUnit and achieving 100% code coverage (line and branch).
• Strong experience with Oracle databases.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum).
• Strong collaboration skills to work with other technology teams and architects.
• Good to have Proficiency in automation testing using BDD frameworks like Cucumber or Karate.

Applications will be accepted until October 10th, 2025.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $81,3372K – $141,500K 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.