Location: Cracow
Work Model: Hybrid (3 days/week in the office)
At Cognizant, we help global companies transform their digital capabilities. For this role, you will work directly from our client’s office in Kraków, joining a team responsible for business‑critical internal applications. This position is ideal for a strong Senior Engineer who wants to grow into a Team Lead and take on more ownership, mentoring, and decision‑making responsibilities.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly capable Sr. Software Engineer/Developer to mentor a team of software support engineers, frontend and backend developers. This role is responsible for ensuring stability, performance, and continuous improvement of business-critical internal applications. This role requires hands-on technical expertise combined with a customer-focused mindset, and strong mentoring abilities. The ideal candidate will bring a mix of software development knowledge, cross-functional collaboration skills, client management.
Key Responsibilities
Expert level technical proficiency in backend development in Python
Intermediate-Advanced level technical proficiency in frontend development in Angular applications.
Intermediate-Advanced level technical proficiency in Linux and Bash scripting
Experience in troubleshooting and debugging support and guidance, supporting server infrastructure and operations on Linux/Unix systems. Client and Stakeholder Management
Work closely with client and internal stakeholders to gather, document, and prioritize business and technical requirements, support product roadmap creation and backlog management and prioritization
Engage in product knowledge development, owning a deep understanding of internal applications, their business impact, operational workflows, and interdependencies.
Team Mentorship and Guidance:
Mentor team members on coding standards, code reviews, technical troubleshooting, and product knowledge.
Requirements
BSc/Bachelors in Engineering in Computer Science, IT, or a related field or equivalent professional experience
5+ years of experience in software development and/or support operations or related functions.
Strong understanding and skills in (Must have):
Linux/Unix administration, Bash scripting
Back End development: Python
Front End development: Angular applications
Cloud infrastructure (Google Cloud Platform) and serverless architectures (working knowledge at least)
Networking fundamentals and troubleshooting
Ability to partner with the client at a high level to comprehend technical nuances of the software end and deliver execution accordingly.
Experience conducting code reviews, setting coding standards, and troubleshooting complex technical issues, conduct root cause analysis.
Strong problem solving skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven experience in mentoring and coaching technical teams
What We Offer
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and cafeteria benefits
- Training programs and certifications
- Inclusive culture and volunteering opportunities
- Employee referral program
- Collaborative, innovative environment
Due to Client security requirements in the project, it is a condition of your employment in the offered position to present a valid NFC-enabled ID card (i.e. an e-chip-enabled ID/Passport) and undergo the Client mandated ID check as a part of the Client onboarding to the project. If the above requirement is not fulfilled Cognizant will be entitled to cancel this offer and not enter into employment agreement with you or, in case the employment agreement is signed with you prior to completion of the abovementioned verification, to terminate your employment. The Client being the data controller responsible for this specific verification process will contact you separately to provide you with more detailed information in this regard.
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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.
