Lead Java developer

Role: Lead Java developer
Minneapolis - MN
Onsite - Hybrid(3 days a week)
Rate:$65/hr
Client:USbank
**NO Subcontracting permitted for this End Client!!! All resources must be your W2- per Cognizant Procurement. **


Job Description/ Responsibilities
We're seeking an experienced Lead API developer with a strong foundation in backend development, expertise in AWS, and experience in process automation. Banking domain experience is a plus. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in developing scalable, efficient, and user-friendly interfaces.


Key Responsibilities:
• Building reusable components and class libraries for future use.
• Architect solutions with high quality code •
• Optimizing components for maximum performance across a vast array of clients •
• Developing applications using Java,spring boot, GraphQL and AWS
• Developing rest end points for different formats such as XML and Json formats.
• Mentor and guide off-shore team members.
• Well versed with cross team co-ordination
• Ideal candidate will have extensive experience in
Spring boot, Java,AWS and its core principles
• Strong AWS, Spring Boot, and Java skills •
• Experience with popular state management techniques and messaging systems (such as Kapka) • Familiarity with RESTful APIs and integration
• Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON,Web Tokens
• Understanding of front-end build tools and pipelines • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• - Expertise in AWS services (S3, CloudFront, Lambda, API Gateway)
• - Experience with process automation tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD)
• - Strong understanding of software development life cycles and Agile methodologies
• - Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail


Nice to Have:


- Banking domain experience
- Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
- Java Basic
- Certification in AWS or related technologies

What are the top skills required for this role?
• BS/BA degree or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of software development experience
• Strong AWS, Spring Boot, and Java skills
• Experienced with AWS cloud technologies (EKS, Fargate, Lambda, S3,RDS, terraform). AWS Developer or Solution Architect certification preferred.
• No-SQL database experience is good to have - DynamoDB, MongoDB, Cassandra etc.
• Basic Java understanding
• Build and deployment tools like Jules and Jenkins
• Strong communication skills and experienced in delivering projects in Scrum agile methodology.
• Strong Analytical skills and problem-solving
Being a self-starter, quick learner, detail oriented.

Preferred in-person/ video call interview and local to Minneapolis, MN area. Available immediately to join and client requires 3 days in the office (hybrid). In office, client desktop is available to connect to work. No laptop provided for any associates to work from home.