Salesforce Developer, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

About the role

As a Salesforce Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, customizing, and integrating Salesforce CRM applications. You will collaborate with architects, business teams, and onsite and offshore developers to deliver secure, high-quality solutions using Salesforce Financial Services Cloud.

In this role, you will:

Design and develop scalable Salesforce applications using Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flows, and integrations.
Apply Salesforce Financial Services Cloud knowledge to support solutions for the financial services domain.
Guide developers on coding standards, Salesforce security best practices, and performance optimization.
Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to Salesforce development best practices within an Agile way of working.
Collaborate with architects and business teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality Salesforce solutions.

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 to 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Washington, DC. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though 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

5+ years of Salesforce development experience.
Experience implementing Salesforce Financial Services Cloud solutions.
Proficiency in Apex, Lightning Web Components, Visualforce, Flows, and SOQL/SOSL.
Experience developing integrations using REST APIs, SOAP APIs, and middleware.
Knowledge of Salesforce security, sharing models, and data architecture.
Experience leading onsite and offshore teams.

These will help you stand out

Proficiency in analyzing business requirements and translating them into technical requirements and architecture.
Salesforce Platform Developer Certification.
Financial services domain experience.
Strong organizational and flexibility skills.
Ability to work independently in an agile, team-oriented environment.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

Applications will be accepted till Nov 20, 2026

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $60,000pa - $95,000pa 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.

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, provincial or local laws.