Lead Java Developer (Onsite)
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
About Cognizant’s Digital Engineering Practice:
At Cognizant Digital Engineering, a small multi-functional team comprised of a Product Manager, an Architect, Full-Stack Developers, UI/UX designers and Big Data analysts builds higher quality software faster siloed individuals working independently. Small, forward-thinking engineering teams generate collective empathy and comradery, thus increasing their ability to anticipate unforeseen development scope changes and maintain high quality work you're doing. Across our US Studio system or within client development sites, our Digital Engineering teams ideate and develop innovative cloud-based solutions following a Lean-Agile process with DevOps culture. Working in Cognizant Digital Engineering provides DevOps engineers consistent opportunities to push digital boundaries while growing their exposure to transformational technologies.
The Role:
Cognizant is looking for an experienced and innovative Lead Java Developer to serve our diverse base of global clients. As a member of our team, you will build innovative, cloud-based software that powers modern business. An ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working in a diverse, collaborative, geographically distributed team. Similarly, the ideal candidate is an expert engineer who values the “team”, drives continuous improvement and is unafraid to challenge the legacy status quo with creative cloud-based solutions.
Location: San Leandro, CA.
Work Authorization
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (H-1B, L-1B, L-1A, etc.)*
Roles & responsabilities
- 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 Karate.
- 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 solving 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.
Required qualifications
- Proven 10+ experience as a Lead Software Engineer or similar role.
- Strong proficiency in Java, Microservices, Mongo DB, Kafka, Spring stack(Spring Boot, Spring frameworks , Spring Data JPA).
- Extensive experience with JUnit and achieving 100% code coverage (line and branch).
- Proficiency in automation testing using BDD frameworks like Karate.
- Strong experience with Mongo databases.
- Development experience with Apache Flink.
- 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.
Applications will be accepted until: April 13, 2025.
The annual salary for this position is between $81,337– $141,500 depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
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
Why Choose Cognizant?
It takes a lot to succeed in today’s fast-paced market, and Cognizant Technology Solutions has become a leader in the industry. We love big ideas and even bigger dreams! We stand out because we put human experiences at the core. Our associates enjoy robust benefits and training opportunities from our industry-recognized, award-winning Academy team. You will have access to hundreds of technical training to keep your skills fresh and have opportunities to acquire certifications on the newest technologies.
Everything we do at Cognizant we do with passion—for our clients (fortune 100 companies), our communities, and our organization. It’s the defining attribute that we look for in our people.
If you love ambiguity, are excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you!
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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 is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. 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 protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
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.