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# Java Lead w (GCP) / Senior Java Dev w (GCP) (Onsite)

- **Company:** Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
- **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $81,337 - $141,500
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Applications Architecture, Application Performance Management, JIRA, Cloud Computing, Code Review, DevOps, Interoperability, Java Development Tools, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Microsoft Copilot, Software Construction, Data Streaming, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Delivery Pipeline, Spring-boot, Deployment Automation, Claude, Google Gemini, Microservices
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.atlantacareerpath.com/job.asp?id=3472156029&tx=KK303PFK&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Strong experience developing enterprise applications using Java and Spring Boot .
 * 8+ years of experience
 * Proven expertise in designing and implementing microservices architectures in large-scale environments.
 * Experience working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and cloud-native development practices.
 * Demonstrated success leading development teams, mentoring engineers, and driving technical delivery.
 * Experience working within Agile Scrum delivery environments.
 * Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, including code reviews, performance optimization, security, and application resiliency.
 * Experience using Jira for agile planning, tracking, and delivery management.

These will help you stand out

 * Experience supporting merchandising, retail, or other customer-facing business domains.
 * Exposure to AI-assisted development tools such as Gemini Code Assist , Microsoft Copilot , or Claude .
 * Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automated deployment frameworks.
 * Experience defining application architecture and driving technology modernization initiatives.
 * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across business and technical teams.

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 Java Lead or Senior Developer (GCP) , you will make an impact by designing, developing, and implementing scalable microservices solutions that support complex business and merchandising requirements. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and will work collaboratively with product owners, business stakeholders, architects, quality engineering teams, and operations teams to deliver high-performing and reliable enterprise applications., * Lead the design and implementation of scalable microservices-based solutions using Java and Spring Boot while ensuring high performance, reliability, and maintainability.

 * Collaborate with business stakeholders and product owners to translate business requirements into technical solutions and architecture decisions.
 * Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and code review guidance to development teams, promoting engineering best practices and delivery excellence.
 * Drive integration efforts across applications, platforms, and enterprise systems to ensure seamless interoperability and consistent data flows.
 * Optimize application performance, troubleshoot complex technical challenges, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
 * Ensure solution quality, security, compliance, monitoring, and resiliency standards are consistently applied across all services.
 * Partner with cross-functional teams to support end-to-end solution delivery, deployment readiness, and successful production releases.
 * Evaluate emerging technologies, frameworks, and AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering productivity and solution effectiveness.

Work model

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Atlanta, GA.

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.