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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Java FSE (Remote allowed in US) - **Company:** Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation - **Location:** Honolulu, HI, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $70,000.0 - $140,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Server Applications, HTML5, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Bootstrap (Software), Unix, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Engineering, Profiling, Software Quality, Software Debugging, Enterprise JavaBeans, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Github, Gradle, Design of User Interfaces, Java Servlet, Spring Framework, Apache Struts, Apache JMeter, Javaserver Pages, Junit, Apache Maven, MongoDB, Cisco Nexus Switches, NoSQL, E2e Testing, Angular 2+, Responsive Web Design, Shell Script, SQL Databases, TypeScript, Xml Technologies, Multithreading, Angular Material, Spring-boot, Backend, Data Layers, Build Management, Syntactically Awesome Style Sheets (SASS), Webpack, AngularJS, Git Flow, Material UI, Apache Kafka, Build Tools, Front End Software Development, React Redux, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Jasmine, Microservices - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gdbjc9 ## About the Role * Core & Enterprise Java: 8 to 10+ years of deep hands-on experience in Core Java (Java 8+), Multithreading, and extensive J2EE enterprise knowledge (EJBs, Servlets, JSP, Struts, Application Servers, and XML technologies). * Frontend Mastery: 4+ years of hands-on experience with Angular (Angular 2+), TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3/SASS, and state management libraries (e.g., NgRx). * Framework Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and automated testing via JUnit and frontend testing tools. * Domain Expertise: Mandatory experience working within the Retail Domain, focusing specifically on Order Management systems. * Distributed Ecosystems: Strong background in asynchronous processing and data layers using Apache Kafka, SQL, and Unix-based system operations (including Shell Scripting). * Build & Version Control: Extensive experience with modern software build tools like Maven, Nexus, and Gradle, alongside web build tools (npm/Webpack) and structured source control using GitHub. _*Please note, this role cannot offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*_ These will help you stand out: * NoSQL Databases: Hands-on experience with MongoDB or similar NoSQL document stores. * Cloud Architecture: Working knowledge or experience deploying full-stack web applications within the AWS ecosystem. * Performance Profiling: Familiarity with application profiling tools such as jMeter, YourKit, or jProbe to identify code and memory bottlenecks (frontend or backend). * UI/UX Component Libraries: Experience with Angular Material, Bootstrap, or PrimeNG. * Excellent Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate seamlessly across cross-functional distributed teams. * Problem-Solving: An analytical mindset capable of debugging complex, high-concurrency issues in a production environment as well as solving tricky frontend state management bugs. We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role. ## Description As a Lead Java FS Engineer, you will oversee the design, develop, and maintain secure, mission-critical distributed components within our high-scale Retail Order Management ecosystem. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in modern Java architectures, a deep understanding of server application behavior in Unix environments, and expert-level proficiency in front-end development using Angular. You will be responsible for delivering resilient end-to-end solutions (both frontend and backend) in an Agile framework. 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