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Java Lead Developer

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Cognizant Technology Solutions is seeking for “Java Lead Developer “Who could join in our team of IT professionals in a permanent role. If you meet our background requirements and skills and looking for an opportunity to be rewarded for your skills and expertise, here is the ideal opportunity for you!

Job title: Java Lead Developer (Hybrid)

Job Location: New York

Duration: Fulltime with Cognizant

Job Responsibilities:

10+ years Java development experience
Hands-on experience in Java, Spring Boot, and AWS
Effectively manage client engagement from Onshore.
Good working knowledge on SAML2.0, OAuth and API protection.
Knowledge on Authentication and Authentication Integration experience.
Should have a come across handling Performance tuning/Load testing findings.
Ability to work on Vulnerability/Penetration testing fixes.
Hands-on experience on end-to-end migration activities over Legacy apps.
More exposure on Logical and analytical knowledge on applications.
Process oriented knowledge on NFR’s and Feature based work.
Should have a real passion for learning and understanding the application and share knowledge with team.
Strong technical skills in Java 8 development(Spring, Spring Boot).
Proactive in looking into the tasks and ask questions to learn more and build individual ownership and responsibility on tasks.
Expert in debugging issues by looking at Monitoring tool and application logs to come up with defined RCA.
Jenkins CI/CD nice to have.
Good communication and presentation skills

Skillset : Java, Spring Boot, AWS, RESTful API, Jenkins, JIRA, Maven, Tomcat, RDBMS Database, Agile, Web server, log4J, Unix/Linux, JSON, GIT, and Microservice

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until April 25th, 2025

The annual salary for this position is between $82,000 – $93,500 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.

**Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States**

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.

About Cognizant

Headquartered in the U.S, Cognizant is a member of the S&P-500, Nasdaq-100, Fortune 200, and was recently ranked as the #1 Fastest Growing “All Star” by Fortune Magazine. Cognizant leverages a highly flexible business model, a seamless global delivery network, and deep domain expertise to deliver to a long list of world-class companies that are leaders in their own space.

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What You Should Know About Java Lead Developer, Cognizant

Cognizant Technology Solutions is on the lookout for an enthusiastic and experienced Java Lead Developer to join our dynamic team of IT professionals in New York! If you have a passion for coding and a strong background in Java, Spring Boot, and AWS, this could be your next great career move. In this hybrid role, you’ll leverage your 10+ years of Java development experience to manage client engagements effectively while diving into the nitty-gritty of performance tuning and load testing. You’ll also get your hands dirty with end-to-end migration activities, helping to transition legacy applications to modern solutions. We’re seeking someone who is proactive, enjoys learning, and is eager to share knowledge with the team. Working knowledge of SAML2.0, OAuth, and API protection will definitely make you stand out. Plus, familiarity with tools like Jenkins and JIRA can only add to your toolkit! We're committed to rewarding your contributions, with a competitive salary range between $82,000 and $93,500, along with a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and employee stock purchase options. We welcome candidates who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. to apply and become a part of something special at Cognizant!

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Java Lead Developer at Cognizant Technology Solutions?

As a Java Lead Developer at Cognizant Technology Solutions, you'll be responsible for overseeing client engagements, managing Java, Spring Boot, and AWS projects, and spearheading end-to-end migration efforts of legacy applications. You will also dive into performance tuning, load testing, and collaborate with the team to ensure a robust understanding and sharing of best practices.