Java Technical Analyst

Cognizant’s Engineering practice is seeking a highly Java Technical Analyst to bridge the gap between complex business requirements and technical execution. In this role, you will analyze, design, and oversee the implementation of scalable Java-based Microservices and API-driven solutions. You will be responsible for ensuring that our technical architecture is robust, efficient, and aligned with modern software development standards.

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 2 to 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office
- Charlotte NC

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.

A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs

Cognizant will not sponsor H-1B or other U.S. work authorization for this role.

• System Analysis & Design: Translate high-level business requirements into detailed technical specifications, focusing on microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Technical Leadership: Act as a subject matter expert for the development team, providing guidance on Java best practices, design patterns, and performance optimization.
• API Management: Define and document API contracts, ensuring seamless integration between internal services and third‑party systems.
• Impact Analysis: Perform deep-dive analysis on existing systems to determine the impact of new features or architectural changes, particularly within distributed environments.
• Java Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Java (8/11/17+) and the Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Security).
• Microservices Architecture: Proven experience designing and deploying distributed systems, including knowledge of service discovery, circuit breakers, and load balancing.
• API Development: Strong expertise in building and consuming RESTful APIs and GraphQL
  . Familiarity with API Gateway tools (e.g., Apigee, Kong, or AWS API Gateway).

10+ years of experience with Java and Spring Framework.

Strong understanding of microservices, distributed systems, and cloud-native patterns.

Hands‑on experience with REST APIs, Graph

QL, and API management tools.

Knowledge of service discovery, circuit breakers, load balancing, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

The annual salary for this position is between $87,000- $141,000 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.

• 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.