Technical Lead - Java Microservices & AI-Assisted Development

About the Role

As a Technical Lead - Java Microservices & AI-Assisted Development, you will make an impact by leading the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-scale applications leveraging modern Java technologies, microservices architecture, and AI-powered software engineering tools. You will work closely with architects, product owners, business stakeholders, and engineering teams to build secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions that support critical business objectives.

In this Role, You Will

• Lead the end-to-end design and implementation of enterprise-grade applications using Core Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.
• Drive the effective adoption of AI-assisted development tools including Claude Code and Microsoft GitHub Copilot to improve engineering productivity, code quality, and development efficiency.
• Define microservices architecture standards, integration patterns, service boundaries, and best practices to support scalable and maintainable systems.
• Provide technical leadership for PL/SQL development, database design, performance tuning, and data optimization.
• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to translate functional and non-functional requirements into technical solutions.
• Champion engineering excellence through architecture governance, code reviews, security best practices, and technical mentoring.
• Ensure system reliability, performance, scalability, and resilience through proactive optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support CI/CD and DevOps practices through automated testing, deployment pipelines, quality gates, and GitHub-based workflows.
• Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and production support activities for critical enterprise applications.
• Mentor and guide development teams while promoting modern software engineering and AI-enabled development practices.

Required Qualifications

• 10-14 years of experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise software applications.
• Strong expertise in Core Java and object-oriented design principles.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Spring Boot Microservices, REST APIs, and distributed systems architecture.
• Advanced PL/SQL development experience, including database design, query optimization, stored procedures, and performance tuning.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code, Microsoft GitHub Copilot, or similar technologies.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, API integrations, messaging patterns, and enterprise application development.
• Experience with secure coding, application resiliency, and software development best practices.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, source control management, and GitHub-based development workflows.
• Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and technical leadership capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the Life & Annuities Insurance domain.
• Knowledge of policy administration, premium processing, policy servicing, and claims-related business processes.
• Experience modernizing legacy applications into microservices-based architectures.
• Exposure to AI-driven software engineering initiatives and developer productivity platforms.
• Experience working within highly regulated enterprise environments.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer-sponsored visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Work Model

This is a hybrid position requiring associates to work onsite three (3) days per week and remotely two (2) days per week in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The work arrangement may be adjusted based on business, project, and client requirements.

Salary and Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $64,000 and $94,500, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Benefits

Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health and well-being of our associates and their families, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Well-being and Wellness Programs
• Education Assistance and Professional Development Opportunities

Benefit offerings are subject to eligibility requirements and may change based on business needs.