🔧 Java Microservices Tech Lead – Senior Developer | Cognizant | Hybrid | Hyderabad, India
Job Description
📝 Summary
Cognizant is hiring a Java Microservices Tech Lead / Senior Java Developer to join our growing technology team in Hyderabad, India. This full-time, hybrid role is ideal for professionals with 10 to 18 years of hands-on experience in Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices Architecture. Familiarity with SQL, MySQL, AWS, and Docker/Kubernetes is a strong advantage. If you are passionate about scalable system design and cloud-native development, this is your opportunity to lead high-impact software projects in a collaborative, agile environment.
📋 Job Details at a Glance
| Job Title | Java Microservices Tech Lead – Senior Developer |
|---|---|
| Location | Hyderabad, India |
| Work Model | Hybrid (Remote + Onsite) |
| Experience Level | 10 – 18 Years |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Primary Skills | Java, Spring Boot, Microservices |
| Nice to Have | SQL, MySQL, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform |
| Domain Experience | Devices / SPM / NPD / NPI (Preferred) |
| Shift | Standard Business Hours |
| Travel Requirement | No |
🛠 Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Java Microservices Developer / Technical Lead, you will:
- Lead end-to-end software development using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape and deliver scalable technical solutions.
- Re-architect legacy systems to support high-volume data processing in a flexible, cloud-native environment.
- Design infrastructure components using Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
- Drive adoption of best practices in Agile development, code quality, testing, and deployment.
- Work on system integrations, API development, and service orchestration.
- Provide production support and ensure high availability and performance of applications.
- Mentor junior developers and foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
- Participate in architectural decisions and contribute to system design and technology direction.
🎯 Required Skills & Qualifications
- 10–18 years of professional experience in Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices development.
- Proven experience with RESTful API design and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with SQL and MySQL databases.
- Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS (preferred).
- Background in Devices, SPM (Service Performance Management), or NPD/NPI domains is a plus.
- Strong analytical thinking, debugging, and performance tuning skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Ability to thrive in a hybrid work model and fast-paced development environments.
🌍 Why Join Cognizant?
- Be part of a global tech powerhouse with 300,000+ professionals worldwide.
- Work on cutting-edge enterprise solutions for Fortune 500 clients.
- Thrive in a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative culture.
- Access growth opportunities, mentorship, and career development programs.
- Enjoy flexibility with a hybrid work model tailored for modern professionals.
🚀 Apply Now
Take the next step in your tech leadership journey with Cognizant.