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About the role As a Technical Lead Architect, you will make an impact by leading the design, modernization, and delivery of enterprise-scale platforms while driving technical excellence across cloud-native and distributed systems. You will be a valued member of the engineering leadership team and work collaboratively with client stakeholders, product owners, architects, developers, DevOps teams, and delivery leaders to deliver scalable, high-performing solutions that support critical business outcomes. Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring Visa transfer or sponsorship now or at any time in the future. In this role, you will: Lead the end-to-end architecture, design, and modernization of enterprise applications, ensuring scalability, security, and operational excellence. Drive technical execution of large-scale transition and transformation initiatives, ensuring successful knowledge transfer, solution readiness, and delivery milestones. Design and evolve cloud-native solutions on AWS, leveraging microservices, event-driven architectures, and modern integration patterns. Establish engineering best practices through architecture governance, code reviews, automated testing, and quality standards. Partner with client engineering leaders, product owners, and cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business objectives. Mentor senior engineers and technical leads, providing architectural guidance, technical direction, and delivery oversight. Optimize application performance, reliability, and cloud infrastructure utilization to support business growth and operational efficiency. 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 architecting and delivering enterprise applications using Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Microservices. Proven experience designing and implementing AWS-based distributed systems, including services such as ECS/EKS, Lambda, API Gateway, and IAM. Strong expertise in Apache Kafka and event-driven architecture patterns for real-time processing and system integration. Experience designing and optimizing solutions using MongoDB or other NoSQL database technologies. Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, system integration, and enterprise application modernization. Experience leading large-scale technical programs, including architectural governance, solution delivery, and stakeholder management. Hands-on experience with CI/CD practices, automated testing frameworks, and engineering quality processes. These will help you stand out Experience developing solutions using Python for data processing, automation, AI/ML integrations, or microservices. Knowledge of cloud cost optimization, observability, and site reliability engineering practices. Experience leading cloud migration and application modernization initiatives. Familiarity with highly regulated industries and mission-critical enterprise platforms. Strong mentoring, coaching, and technical leadership capabilities across distributed teams. 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 28th, 2026 Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position is between $102,600 to $162,500 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. About Cognizant: Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant. Additional employment information Compensation 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. Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India.

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Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring Visa transfer or sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
Lead the end-to-end architecture, design, and modernization of enterprise applications, ensuring scalability, security, and operational excellence.
Drive technical execution of large-scale transition and transformation initiatives, ensuring successful knowledge transfer, solution readiness, and delivery milestones.
Design and evolve cloud-native solutions on AWS, leveraging microservices, event-driven architectures, and modern integration patterns.
Establish engineering best practices through architecture governance, code reviews, automated testing, and quality standards.
Partner with client engineering leaders, product owners, and cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business objectives.
Mentor senior engineers and technical leads, providing architectural guidance, technical direction, and delivery oversight.
Optimize application performance, reliability, and cloud infrastructure utilization to support business growth and operational efficiency.
What you need to have to be considered
Extensive experience architecting and delivering enterprise applications using Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
Proven experience designing and implementing AWS-based distributed systems, including services such as ECS/EKS, Lambda, API Gateway, and IAM.
Strong expertise in Apache Kafka and event-driven architecture patterns for real-time processing and system integration.
Experience designing and optimizing solutions using MongoDB or other NoSQL database technologies.
Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, system integration, and enterprise application modernization.
Experience leading large-scale technical programs, including architectural governance, solution delivery, and stakeholder management.
Hands-on experience with CI/CD practices, automated testing frameworks, and engineering quality processes.
These will help you stand out
Experience developing solutions using Python for data processing, automation, AI/ML integrations, or microservices.
Knowledge of cloud cost optimization, observability, and site reliability engineering practices.
Experience leading cloud migration and application modernization initiatives.
Familiarity with highly regulated industries and mission-critical enterprise platforms.
Strong mentoring, coaching, and technical leadership capabilities across distributed teams.
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.

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