Cognizant · 3 days ago
Fullstack Java Lead with React
Mountain View, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$114K/yr - $142K/yrCognizant is a leader in digital engineering, helping industry-leading companies innovate and create new value through technology. The Full Stack Java Lead with React will be responsible for leading the design and development of scalable applications, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
ConsultingIndustrial AutomationInformation TechnologySoftwareSoftware Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of robust, scalable, and high-performance applications using Java and React
Define and implement technical architecture, ensuring the use of optimal design patterns and best practices
Drive technical roadmaps for projects and provide architectural guidance to the development team
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, incorporating them into solutions to improve development efficiency and application quality
Develop and maintain both front-end (React.js, HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and back-end (Java, Spring Boot/MVC, Microservices) components
Design and implement RESTful APIs and ensure seamless integration between front-end and back-end services
Manage and interact with databases (SQL/NoSQL like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB), ensuring data integrity and performance optimization
Implement and improve DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Lead, mentor, and guide junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of learning and growth
Conduct regular code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, quality, security, and best practices
Manage project timelines, estimate work, and ensure deliverables meet business and technical specifications
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and QA, to define requirements and deliver solutions
Act as the primary technical point of contact for stakeholders, effectively communicating project progress, challenges, and solutions
Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across the full stack and various environments
Qualification
Required
Expertise in Java and related frameworks (Spring Boot)
React.js/Redux
JavaScript/TypeScript
HTML/CSS
Database technologies
Proven experience in a technical leadership or team lead role
Strong team management and project management skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve complex technical issues and performance bottlenecks
Strong understanding of the full software development life cycle (SDLC)
Agile/Scrum methodologies
Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Benefits
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
Company
Cognizant
Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.
Founded in 1994
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$0.24MKey Investors
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
2025-03-08Post Ipo Equity
2016-11-18Post Ipo Equity· $0.24M
1998-06-19IPO
Leadership Team
Ravi Kumar S
Chief Executive Officer
Anil Cheriyan
CTO / EVP Strategy & Technology
Recent News
2026-01-08
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