Lead Java Developer
Conduent Open · verified Oct 24, 2026 At a glance
Senior Backend Engineering role at Conduent. Atlanta · $96,250–$125,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build, test, document and troubleshoot software, handling both new systems and existing applications
- Shape technical requirements through user discussions, design sessions and prototypes that you refine and test
- Turn business needs into technical specifications and guide development projects as the technical lead
- Track project plans, estimates, budgets, risks and client updates while keeping work on course
- Review code to diagnose defects, revise programs and provide input on teammates’ performance
What you bring
- At least ten years working as a Java developer, including two years in a Java lead role
- A computer science degree or an equivalent qualification
- Experience with user interface design and performance testing tools such as Mocha or Jest
- Background on Medicaid or healthcare projects, plus strong coding and troubleshooting ability
Who this fits
This senior role suits an experienced Java developer ready to lead project work and advise on technical decisions. The position is hybrid in Atlanta.
From the employer
Job Title- Lead Java Developer
Responsibilities:
Designs, develop documents, tests and debugs new and existing software systems and/or applications.
Participates in full development life cycle including requirements analysis and design.
Participates in software design meetings and analyzes user needs to determine technical requirements.
Consults with end user to prototype, refine, test and debug programs to meet needs.
Creates technical specifications based on conceptual design and stated business requirements.
Serves as technical expert on development projects.
Identifies and evaluates new technologies for implementation.
Creates/maintains documentation for software functionality; project planning; evaluations; budgeting, feedback and improvements.
Provides estimates, budgets, project flow, client updates and meeting expectations along with keeping up to team aspirations.
Minimizes risk, prepares for risk mitigation, keeps project on track.
Manages user requirements; provides timely project updates.
Analyzes codes to find causes of errors and revise programs as needed.
Provides feedback for performance appraisals of team members.
Skills Required:
10+ years of working experience as a Java developer
2 years of working experience as a Java Lead
Experience with user interface design.
Knowledge of performance testing frameworks including Mocha and Jest.
Excellent programing & troubleshooting skills.
Prior experience working with Medicaid / Healthcare projects
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent
Pay Transparency Laws in some locations require disclosure of compensation and/or benefits-related information. For this position, actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. In addition to base pay, this position, based on business need, may be eligible for a bonus or incentive. In addition, Conduent provides a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage, voluntary dental and vision programs, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) or vacation and/or sick time. The estimated salary range for this role is $96,250 - $125,000.
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