About the Role
As a Cloud Back-End Software Developer, you will make an impact by designing, building, and optimizing back-end applications and automations that power our client's mission-critical cloud and infrastructure services. You will be a valued member of a highly technical engineering team supporting a wide range of private and public cloud environments, including VMware-based platforms, Azure, AWS, self-service portals, provisioning/orchestration systems, and Managed OS services.
You will collaborate closely with technical specialists, process engineers, and cross-functional stakeholders while contributing to roadmap developments that drive performance, security, and scalability across the entire service landscape.
In This Role, You Will
- Design and implement back-end solutions supporting VMware-based services, including automation and orchestration components.
- Develop software and automation using PowerShell and PowerShell Universal, including API development and integration.
- Build and maintain monitoring solutions and chain/process observability tooling.
- Work independently and in Agile teams to deliver roadmap initiatives.
- Contribute to secure-by-design architectures with a strong focus on performance, resilience, and scalability.
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 regular presence in Amsterdam. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs.
1The 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
- Extensive experience developing in PowerShell (expert level).
- Experience building and maintaining back-end services and APIs.
- Knowledge of VMware environments and modern cloud architectures.
- Experience with message bus technologies (e.g., MQTT).
- Strong understanding of security, performance optimization, and scalability principles.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a technical team.
- Strong analytical skills, problem-solving mindset, and a proactive attitude.
- Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English, with the ability to transfer knowledge effectively.
These Will Help You Stand Out
- Background with VMware automation tooling.
- Experience developing monitoring and observability solutions.
- Familiarity with containerization and modern CI/CD practices.
- Experience with PowerShell Universal Dashboard.
- Broader experience integrating cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) with VMware-based services.
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
What We Offer
At Cognizant, we believe in taking care of our people. For this role, based in the Netherlands, we offer:
- Competitive salary
- ️ 25 paid holidays
- NS business card
- Laptop and smartphone
- Pension scheme
- Access to Udemy and Cognizant Academy
- Cognizant covers the gross base premium for health insurance
- Technology-driven organization with an open team spirit
- International working environment
Contact the Recruiter
Interested in this opportunity? Reach out to our recruiter directly:
Bill Hilhorst [email protected] +31 6 21 13 15 32
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.