About the role
As a Sr. iOS Developer, you will make an impact by designing and delivering secure, scalable, and high-performance mobile applications that support critical business functionality. You will be a valued member of the mobile engineering team and work collaboratively with architects, backend engineers, and cross-functional stakeholders to build and enhance enterprise-grade iOS applications.
**Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future**
In this role, you will:
- Design and develop high-performance, secure, and scalable iOS applications using Swift and SwiftUI
- Translate business and functional requirements into technical designs and implementation strategies
- Collaborate with architects and technical teams to provide guidance and conduct code reviews
- Integrate mobile applications with backend services, APIs, and databases
- Develop and execute unit tests and support application deployment, release processes, and post-production maintenance
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 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Plano, TX. 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.
What you need to have to be considered
- 9+ years of experience in iOS/mobile application development
- Strong experience in designing and developing applications using Swift / SwiftUI (experience with Xamarin acceptable)
- Deep understanding of mobile architecture patterns including MVC, MVVM, MVP and memory management
- Experience handling data management, including offline storage (SQLite, Couchbase Lite)
- Proficiency with Xcode, Git, and integration with RESTful APIs
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, build and release processes, and Agile development methodologies
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical leadership
- Working knowledge of AI tools for coding, analysis, or development
These will help you stand out
- Experience with React Native or cross-platform mobile frameworks
- Exposure to DevOps practices and automated deployment pipelines
- Strong problem-solving skills with focus on performance and scalability
- Experience in enterprise-scale application development
- Ability to mentor junior developers and contribute to technical strategy
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position depends on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, 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.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge 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, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
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, provincial or local laws.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
