Java AWS Architect

About the Role

As a Java AWS Architect , you will make an impact by designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise applications using Java and AWS technologies. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with Product, UX, Design, Dev Ops, and development teams to build enterprise authentication solutions and modern cloud-native applications from the ground up.

• Architect, design, and develop enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Security.

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and cloud-native solutions on AWS.

• Lead technical design discussions and guide engineering teams on architecture and development best practices.

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs, including API documentation using Swagger/OpenAPI.

• Partner with Product, UX, and Design teams to build enterprise authentication and authorization applications from scratch.

• Develop high-quality, testable code with strong unit testing practices to support CI/CD and Dev Ops initiatives.

• Build and maintain Git Lab CI/CD pipelines leveraging tools such as Sonar Qube and Veracode.

• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and promote Git Flow development processes.

• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability.

• Mentor developers and provide technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle.

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Atlanta, Georgia or Raleigh, North Carolina .

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

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

• 12+ years of experience designing and developing enterprise applications.

• Strong hands‑on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Security.

• Extensive experience architecting and implementing cloud-based solutions on AWS.

• Proven ability to make architecture decisions and provide technical leadership across teams.

• Strong SQL and database design expertise.

• Deep experience designing, developing, and integrating RESTful APIs.

• Experience implementing and managing Swagger/OpenAPI documentation.

• Hands‑on experience with Git Lab CI/CD pipelines.

• Experience using Sonar Qube, Veracode, and related code quality and security tools.

• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, code reviews, testing, and Dev Ops methodologies.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• Experience building enterprise authentication, identity, and access management solutions.

• AWS certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Developer.

• Experience with microservices and distributed system architectures.

• Experience mentoring engineers and leading technical teams.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

The annual salary for this position depends 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 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 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.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.