Lead Java Full Stack Engineer with React and Angular (Hybrid)
We are seeking an experienced Senior Java Full Stack Lead (12+ years) with deep expertise across backend and frontend development. The ideal candidate must be strong in Java, modern UI frameworks (React or Angular with Redux), messaging systems such as Kafka/MQ, and DevOps tools like GitHub, Nexus, or Bitbucket. This is a hands-on leadership role involving architecture decisions, team management, code quality oversight, and end-to-end solution delivery.
Important Disclaimers:
**Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.**
**Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future (GC Holder, US citizen, H4 AED, L2, Etc.)**
In this role, you will:
- Lead and mentor a team of full-stack developers, ensuring high-quality delivery and adherence to best engineering practices.
- Architect, design, and build scalable backend services using Java, microservices, and REST APIs.
- Develop high-performance, responsive UI components using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and React or Angular with Redux. Integrate front-end applications with REST APIs and ensure seamless data flow.
- Implement and support asynchronous messaging solutions using Kafka or MQ.
- Define technical standards, review code, and guide the team in solving complex technical challenges.
- Collaborate with architects, product managers, and cross-functional stakeholders to shape technical solutions.
- Oversee integration pipelines and code repositories using GitHub / Bitbucket, dependency management via Nexus, and modern CI/CD practices.
- Drive Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, estimations, and technical planning sessions.
- Troubleshoot production issues and ensure application reliability, security, and scalability.
- Contribute to architectural improvements, performance tuning, and optimization efforts.
Work model: Hybrid
Location: Mount Laurel - NJ
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client office in Mount Laurel - NJ. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
What you need to have to be considered:
- 12+ years of experience in software development with strong backend + frontend exposure.
- Expert-level proficiency in Java, object-oriented design, multithreading, collections, Spring / Spring Boot (if applicable).
- Deep experience with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript ES6+.
- Hands-on experience with React or Angular, including Redux or similar state management libraries.
- Strong knowledge of event-driven architectures using Kafka or enterprise MQ systems.
- Experience with GitHub, Bitbucket, and artifact repositories like Nexus.
- Strong understanding of microservices, REST APIs, integration patterns, and distributed systems.
- Proven leadership experience managing technical teams and delivering complex projects.
- Excellent communication, architectural reasoning, and stakeholder management skills.
-- We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until 4/15/2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $68K – $140K 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.
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000+ associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:
Compensation 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.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.