Roles & Responsibilities
1. Application Development & Architecture
Design, develop, and maintain full-stack web applications using Python frameworks (Django, Flask, FastAPI) for backend services
Build responsive, dynamic front-end interfaces using ReactJS / VueJS / Angular with component-based architecture
Develop and maintain API-driven web applications with RESTful and GraphQL endpoints
Implement Material Design and Bootstrap frameworks for consistent, modern UI/UX across applications
Write clean, maintainable, well-documented, and testable code following industry best practices
2. Database Design & Management
Design, optimize, and maintain database schemas using MySQL and/or MongoDB
Write complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and database migrations
Perform query optimization, indexing strategies, and database performance tuning
Ensure data integrity, backup strategies, and disaster recovery planning
3. Testing & Quality Assurance
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test strategies for web applications
Implement automated testing frameworks using Python (pytest, unittest, Selenium, Playwright)
Perform functional, regression, integration, performance, and API testing
Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines with automated test suites
Conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards across the team
Identify, document, and track defects through resolution using bug tracking tools (JIRA, Azure DevOps)
4. API Development & Integration
Design, develop, and test RESTful APIs and microservices
Create and maintain API documentation (Swagger/OpenAPI)
Integrate third-party APIs and services into existing applications
Implement API authentication, authorization, and security best practices (OAuth2, JWT)
5. Legacy System Support (PHP/JavaScript/jQuery)
Maintain and enhance existing PHP-based web applications
Work with legacy JavaScript/jQuery codebases, refactoring where appropriate
Migrate legacy systems to modern frameworks and architectures incrementally
6. Collaboration & Communication
Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies — sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and demos
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product owners, designers, and DevOps engineers
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior developers and analysts
Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and runbooks
7. Technical Specifications & Design
Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical specifications
Translate business requirements into technical solutions and detailed design documents
Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to improve development efficiency
Ensure applications meet non-functional requirements — performance, scalability, security, and accessibility
8. DevOps & Deployment
Support application deployment processes and environment management
Work with containerization tools (Docker) and orchestration platforms
Monitor application health, troubleshoot production issues, and implement fixes
Maintain version control best practices using Git (branching strategies, pull requests, code reviews)
About Cognizant’s IoT Practice:
Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes. Without human-centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things—but with it, our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all.
Salary and Other Compensation:
- The annual salary for this position is between $92,000 – $118,000 + Bonus 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.
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.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
- Applications will be accepted until April 19th , 2026
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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.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
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.
