Technical Lead Java Full Stack Engineer
Company: Cognizant Technology Solutions
Location: Plano
Posted on: March 31, 2026
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Job Description:
We are seeking a Technical Lead Java Full Stack Developer to
architect, build, and scale API-first platforms and integrations.
This role requires deep expertise in Java and Spring Boot, combined
with front-end proficiency in React/TypeScript, to deliver
end-to-end solutions. You will lead the design and delivery of
high-volume APIs, cloud-native microservices on AWS, and guide
teams on best practices for reliability, security, and
observability. Work model This is a hybrid role based on business
requirements in Columbus, OH & Plano, Texas . Regardless of work
arrangement, we support a healthy work–life balance through our
wellbeing programs. Working arrangements may change based on
project or client needs. 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 Key
Responsibilities Architecture & API Design Own end-to-end API
architecture (REST/GraphQL), including resource modeling, error
schemas, versioning, and contract testing. Design domain-driven
microservices, event-driven patterns (Kafka/SNS/SQS), and
distributed workflows. Define integration patterns (webhooks, event
streaming, async queues, CDC) and Backend-for-Frontend (BFF)
layers. Delivery & Engineering Build Java 17 / Spring Boot services
with JPA/Hibernate, Spring Security, WebFlux, and Resilience4j.
Establish and enforce API standards (OpenAPI/Swagger), SDK
generation, and automated testing. Cloud & DevOps (AWS) Architect
and operate workloads using ECS, EKS, Lambda, API Gateway, Route
53, RDS/Aurora, DynamoDB, and Redis. Implement secure CI/CD
pipelines (GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps/Jenkins) and IaC
(Terraform/CloudFormation). Drive observability with distributed
tracing, structured logging, metrics, and SLOs. Leadership &
Collaboration Mentor engineers, lead design/code reviews, and
foster engineering excellence. Collaborate with Product,
Architecture, and Security teams on roadmaps and prioritization.
Champion documentation: API specs, runbooks, postmortems, and
playbooks. Required Qualifications 8 years of professional software
engineering experience; 3 years architecting cloud-native services
on AWS. Expertise in Java 11/17, Spring Boot, REST, JSON, OpenAPI,
and asynchronous messaging (SNS/SQS/Kafka). Strong knowledge of
integration patterns, API versioning, schema evolution, and
contract testing. Proficiency in SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL/Aurora),
NoSQL (DynamoDB/DocumentDB), and caching (Redis). Skilled in CI/CD,
IaC, Docker, and container orchestration (ECS/EKS). Solid
observability and performance tuning experience. Security-first
mindset with IAM, KMS, WAF, and input validation. Front-end
capability with React TypeScript (or Angular). Excellent
communication and mentoring skills. Preferred Qualifications
Experience with event-driven architectures (EventBridge/Kinesis,
CDC, saga patterns). GraphQL (Apollo/Federation), API monetization,
and developer portal experience. Multi-account AWS strategy,
service mesh (App Mesh/Istio), and Kubernetes (EKS/Helm). Knowledge
of regulated environments (PCI, SOC 2, HIPAA) and data privacy
(GDPR, PII). Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for
this position is between $95,000 – $140,000 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 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 worlds 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 2025) is consistently
listed among the most admired companies in the world. 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.
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