Java Technical Lead- Hybrid

at  Cognizant

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ROLE OVERVIEW

We are seeking a very hardworking Java Technical Lead to join our team. As the Java Technical Lead, you will be responsible for supervising the development and implementation of Java applications, as well as providing technical guidance and support to the development team in Java, Spring Boot, Micro services, and JUnit. You will collaborate with multi-functional teams to define technical requirements and ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

In this role, you will:

• Lead the development and implementation of Java applications, ensuring consistency to coding standards and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the development team, assisting with troubleshooting and complex technical issues.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams, including product managers and business analysts, to define technical requirements and project timelines.
• Conduct regular code reviews to ensure the quality and efficiency of Java code produced by the development team.
• Identify and resolve performance issues and bottlenecks, implementing optimizations to enhance application speed and performance.
• Mentor and train junior developers, providing guidance on Java programming concepts, design patterns, and development methodologies.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Java technologies and trends, evaluating their potential impact on our software development processes.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

To excel in this role, you should bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10+ year of experience in Java development, including proficiency in Java 8+, Spring Boot, Micro service, JUnit, Angular.
• Minimum 3+ year of experience as a technical lead or team lead, coordinating the development of Java applications.
• Minimum 8+ year of experience with Spring Framework and related technologies (Spring Boot, Spring MVC).
• Knowledge of SQL and relational databases (e.g., MySQL, Oracle).
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
• Banking or Financial Institution experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with agile software development methodologies and tools, such as Scrum and Jira.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.