Enterprise-scale Technical Lead

About the role

As a Technical Lead, you will make an impact by leading enterprise-scale EDI, modern data integration, and analytics solutions that power billing, invoicing, and financial operations. You will be a valued member of the Technology & Engineering team and work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders, including data engineering, finance, and platform teams across onshore and offshore delivery.

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.

• Lead the design and implementation of EDI architecture and high-volume secure data transfers (MFT/SFTP) across end-to-end billing and invoicing workflows
• Build applications in Java, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, SQL Server/Oracle, and AWS CI/CD (Jenkins, Git Lab)
• Develop and scale Looker dashboards, LookML models, and embedded analytics to drive actionable business insights
• Drive P2P and financial integrations (SAP Ariba, Coupa, cXML) supporting enterprise invoice and payment processing
• Own end‑to‑end SDLC delivery, including HLDs, estimation, secure development practices, and CI/CD implementation on AWS
• Modernize legacy systems into Java/Spring Boot microservices architectures to improve scalability, performance, and resilience

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work‑life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Alpharetta, GA.

Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work‑life balance through our wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project or client requirements.

• 15+ years of IT experience with deep expertise in EDI standards and secure data transfer protocols (MFT/SFTP)
• Strong hands‑on experience with Looker (LookML, dashboards, embedded analytics)
• Proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and database technologies (SQL Server and/or Oracle)
• Experience with AWS and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Git Lab or similar tools)
• Proven track record in architecting and delivering billing, invoicing, or telecom data platforms at enterprise scale
• Experience leading distributed teams (onshore/offshore) and managing end‑to‑end delivery
• Strong understanding of secure SDLC practices and system integration patterns

• Experience with SAP Ariba, Coupa, and cXML integrations
• Prior experience working with telecom clients or large‑scale billing ecosystems
• Previous experience supporting Telecommunication or similar enterprise accounts
• Active U.S. Federal Security Clearance (preferred)

Please note:

This role will require an in‑person meet and greet at our Cognizant offices or client location.

Applications will be accepted until June 2nd, 2026.

The annual salary for this position is between $89,100 to $140,500 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.

• 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.