Cognizant

Lead Full Stack Developer

Cognizant$81K — $141K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in front-end and back-end development
  • Strong expertise in JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, and modern frameworks
  • Experience with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and cloud solutions using AWS
  • Proficient in Java, Spring Framework, EJB, and J2EE enterprise apps
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and lead distributed teams
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Familiarity with digital applications and customer experience optimization

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop enterprise web applications using Java and AEM
  • Integrate React-based components to enhance user experiences
  • Develop cloud-native solutions utilizing AWS services
  • Modernize digital applications and implement maintainability best practices
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members
  • Collaborate with various teams to troubleshoot and deliver high-quality solutions

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays and Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) plan and company contributions
  • Long-term and Short-term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Full Job Description
About the role
As a Lead Full Stack Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and enhancing enterprise-scale digital applications that deliver exceptional customer experiences. You will be a valued member of the Digital Engineering team and work collaboratively with architects, product owners, business stakeholders, and global delivery teams to build scalable, cloud-native solutions that support critical customer-facing platforms.

In this role, you will:
Design, develop, and support enterprise web applications using Java, Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Spring, J2EE, and modern JavaScript frameworks.
Build and integrate React-based components and interactive user experiences while enhancing platform performance, personalization, and scalability.
Develop and maintain cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, CloudFront, and S3.
Modernize and optimize digital applications through AEM migrations, component enhancements, and implementation of best practices for maintainability and performance.
Provide technical leadership, mentor onshore and offshore team members, and collaborate across teams to troubleshoot complex issues and deliver high-quality solutions.

Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. 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

What you need to have to be considered
Extensive experience with JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, and modern front-end application development.
Strong experience supporting Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) development and support.
Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Framework, EJB, and J2EE enterprise application development.
Experience building and supporting cloud solutions using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, CloudFront, and Amazon S3.
Experience developing React.js-based web components and integrating them with enterprise content management platforms.
Knowledge of Sling Models, OSGi Services, Coral UI, and AEM component architecture.
Proven ability to troubleshoot production issues and lead technical initiatives across distributed teams.

These will help you stand out
Experience with AngularJS and enterprise portal applications.
Knowledge of AEM personalization and customer experience optimization.
Experience with Python, LangChain, Agentic AI, and Large Language Model (LLM) technologies.
Experience building AI-powered solutions for customer analytics, data summarization, and business insights.
Familiarity with telecommunications, customer support, or digital self-service platforms.

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

Note: Certain roles may require candidates to attend in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project requirements.

Applications will be accepted till September 22nd, 2026

Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $81,337 to $141,500 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.

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.

Note: Certain roles may require candidates to attend in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project requirements.

Applications will be accepted till September 22nd, 2026

Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $81,337 to $141,500 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.

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

About Cognizant

TriZetto is Powering Integrated Healthcare Management. With technology solutions touching more than half the U.S. population today, TriZetto is uniquely positioned to drive the convergence of core benefit administration, care management and constituent engagement. TriZetto provides premier information technology solutions that enable payers and other constituents in the healthcare supply chain to improve the coordination of benefits and care for healthcare consumers.

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Learn more about Cognizant
Size
340,400 employees
Market Cap
$28.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$16.6 billion
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