About the role
As a Java Lead, you will make an impact by leading the design, development, support, and continuous improvement of scalable enterprise applications built with Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Angular, AWS,AMS Support Lead experience and Oracle database technologies. You will be a valued member of the Technology & Engineering team and work collaboratively with engineering teams, business stakeholders, and cross-functional partners to deliver reliable, maintainable solutions that support critical business operations.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
In this role, you will:
Lead end-to-end application design, development, and support for complex enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Angular, AWS, and Oracle technologies.
Improve application performance and reliability by analyzing bottlenecks, optimizing database interactions, strengthening monitoring and alerting practices, and supporting effective incident response.
Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions that align with existing systems, integration needs, and business goals.
Promote high-quality delivery through code reviews, automated testing practices, standardized release processes, documentation, and structured management of technical debt.
Work model
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 3-4 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Atlanta, GA. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
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.
What you need to have to be considered
AMS Support Lead experience
Experience in Application Maintenance and Support initiatives for enterprise applications.
Strong hands-on experience with Java, J2EE, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
Experience with Angular for front-end or full-stack application development.
Experience working with AWS cloud services in enterprise application environments.
Experience with Oracle databases, including integration, performance tuning, or database interaction optimization.
These will help you stand out
Knowledge of containerization, version control workflows, configuration management, and modern release practices.
Experience with automated testing, code quality practices, monitoring, alerting, and incident response.
Exposure to transportation and logistics domain
Strong working knowledge of Python.
Note: Certain roles may require candidates to attend in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project requirements.
Applications will be accepted until July 29th, 2026.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $65,447 to $117,000 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.
Acerca de Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) es un creador de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que conecta la inversión en IA con el valor empresarial mediante el desarrollo de soluciones de IA full‑stack para sus clientes. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, junto con su experiencia en procesos e ingeniería, permite incorporar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan resultados tangibles y mantienen a las empresas a la vanguardia en un entorno en constante cambio. Más información en cognizant.ai o @cognizant.
Información adicional sobre el empleo
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