Jobs · Engineering · North Carolina

Java Technical Lead (Java + React)

Cognizant · Charlotte, NC · 1 wk ago
HybridEngineeringFull-time

About The Role

As a Senior Java Full Stack Engineer, you will make an impact by designing and delivering scalable, enterprise-grade digital solutions across backend and frontend platforms. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with architects, platform engineers, and cross-functional stakeholders to enable modern application development and platform innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Provide hands-on technical leadership across Java (backend) and React (frontend) development
  • Design and deliver scalable microservices, APIs, and micro-frontend architectures
  • Drive platform engineering initiatives, including internal developer platforms (IDP) to enable reusable services and developer self-service
  • Implement enterprise integrations using API-led and event-driven architecture patterns
  • Develop resilient distributed systems aligned with enterprise standards, security, and governance requirements
  • Integrate GenAI capabilities, including AI-assisted development tools and agent-based frameworks, ensuring proper governance and guardrails

Requirements

  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering with a strong full stack background
  • Strong proficiency in Java 17 and Spring Boot-based microservices development
  • Proven experience building distributed systems, APIs, and microservices architectures
  • Hands-on experience with React and modern frontend development practices
  • Experience with enterprise integrations using API and event-driven patterns
  • Exposure to or hands-on experience with GenAI technologies, including MCP or similar frameworks
  • Strong understanding of SDLC governance, security standards, and regulatory compliance requirements

Qualifications

  • Experience building and scaling internal developer platforms (IDP) or platform engineering initiatives
  • Familiarity with micro-frontend architecture patterns
  • Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools and automation frameworks
  • Strong collaboration skills working across architecture, DevOps, and platform teams
  • Ability to influence technical direction and drive engineering best practices

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