Lead Java Engineer

4 weeks ago


Hartford, United States Cognizant Technology Solutions Full time

About Cognizant’s Digital Engineering Practice:

At Cognizant Digital Engineering, a small cross functional team comprised of a Product Manager, an Architect, Full-Stack Developers, UI/UX designers and Big Data analysts builds higher quality software faster siloed individuals working independently. Small, nimble engineering teams generate collective empathy and comradery, thus increasing their ability to anticipate unforeseen development scope changes and maintain high quality deliverables.  Across our US Studio system or within client development sites, our Digital Engineering teams ideate and develop innovative cloud-based solutions following a Lean-Agile process with DevOps culture. Working in Cognizant Digital Engineering provides DevOps engineers consistent opportunities to push digital boundaries while growing their exposure to transformational technologies.  

The Role:

Cognizant is looking for an experienced and innovative Lead Java Engineer with 15-19 years of experience to serve our diverse base of global clients.  As a member of our team, you will build cutting edge, cloud-based software that powers modern business.  An ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working in a diverse, collaborative, geographically distributed team.  Similarly, the ideal candidate is an expert engineer who values the “team”, drives continuous improvement and is unafraid to challenge the legacy status quo with creative cloud-based solutions.

Location: Hartford, Connecticut

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design and implementation of complex software applications using Java
  • ensuring they meet the dynamic needs of the Life and Annuities Insurance sector
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features that enhance user experience and business value
  • Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications by conducting thorough code reviews and optimizing software processes
  • Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance and support to foster a culture of technical excellence and innovation
  • Stay abreast of the latest technology trends and best practices in software development, particularly in Java and insurance domain-specific technologies
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the development team, encouraging experimentation and the adoption of agile methodologies
  • Analyze and integrate third-party products and APIs to enhance application capabilities and performance
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements specific to the insurance sector
  • Participate in strategic planning sessions with senior management to align technology solutions with business goals
  • Facilitate effective communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of project objectives and progress
  • Manage project timelines and deliverables, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines and budget constraints

Required Skills:

  • 15 – 19 yrs of relevant experience
  • Proven expertise in Java development, with a strong portfolio of successful projects
  • In-depth knowledge of the Life and Annuities Insurance domain, with a clear understanding of industry challenges and opportunities
  • Experience with agile development methodologies and tools
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a track record of leading

Benefits: 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

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.

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