Solution Architecture -Java

About the role

As a Solution Architecture & Design, you will make an impact by owning and creating the architecture and design of all applications within the domain. You will ensure alignment with the overall business strategy and establish transition architecture towards target systems. You will translate business and operational requirements into scalable, reusable, and process-aligned technical architectures. You will be an active member of the architecture team and work closely with the IT Lead, Domain Architects, and Enterprise Architects.

In this role, you will:

· Lead feature development and own delivery of scalable solutions using Java and Spring frameworks.

· Design and implement batch processing and event-driven architectures using Kafka.

· Ensure code quality through reviews, documentation, and adherence to coding standards.

· Optimize SQL queries and manage relational database interactions.

· Contribute to observability and CI/CD pipeline integration for cloud-native applications.

Work model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2–3 days a week in our Amsterdam office. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through various wellbeing programs.

What you need to have to be considered:

· Strong professional experience in Java development.

· Deep expertise in Spring Batch, Spring Boot, Spring Kafka, and Spring Data JPA/JDBC.

· Solid understanding of batch processing patterns, event-driven architectures, and enterprise integration patterns.

· Proficiency in PostgreSQL, Oracle, or similar relational databases.

· Experience with object-oriented design, design patterns, and building extensible frameworks.

· Familiarity with observability tools (SLF4J, Micrometer, OpenTelemetry), infrastructure-as-code (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm), and CI/CD pipelines.

· Knowledge of data governance, cloud-native batch processing, and data quality frameworks.

These will help you stand out:

· Own and create the architecture and design of all applications within the domain

· Ensure alignment with overall business strategy

· Establish transition architecture towards target systems

· Translate business and operational requirements into scalable, reusable, and process-aligned technical architectures

· You are an active member of the architecture team and work closely with the IT Lead, Domain Architects, Enterprise Architects.

Benefits (Netherlands)

· Access to Udemy and Cognizant Academy for continuous learning.

· NS business card for travel.

· 25 paid holidays.

· Laptop and smartphone.

· Pension scheme.

· Technology-driven organization with an open team spirit.

· International work environment.

Contact the Recruiter

For more information or to apply, please reach out to:

Megha Nagpal

Email: Megha.Nagpal3@cognizant.com

Phone: +31 6 2715 5643

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

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.

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Disclaimer:
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.

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