Sr. Software Engineer (C++ / Python) – Code Review
About the role
As a Sr. Software Engineer (C++ / Python) – Code Review, you will ensure high-quality, reliable, and efficient code across large-scale systems, including AI-generated code. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with developers, reviewers, and cross-functional stakeholders to assess and improve code quality, standards, and performance.
In this role, you will:
- Proficiency in C++ (strongly preferred)
- Good to have experience in one of the following: Java / Python / GoLang / TypeScript
- Review and evaluate code changes (CLs), including AI-generated code, to ensure correctness, performance, readability, and alignment with best practices
- Provide clear, actionable feedback to improve code quality and maintainability
- Analyze AI-generated code changes to identify risks, inconsistencies, or inefficiencies
- Collaborate with engineering teams to uphold coding standards and testing practices
- Support continuous improvement of code review processes and tooling
Work model
This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a Cognizant office.
Shift
- Monday to Friday
- 9:00 to 18:00 or 10:00 to 19:00 (local time)
What you need to have to be considered:
- Proficiency in C++ and Python (strongly preferred)
- Strong code review experience with the ability to assess code for quality, scalability, and adherence to standards
- Experience reviewing AI-generated code and identifying potential issues
- Solid understanding of unit testing, integration testing, and fuzz testing concepts
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- English level: Upper Intermediate or above
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to provide concise, constructive feedback
These will help you stand out:
- Experience with Google development tools such as Critique, Cider, Piper, or Buganizer
- Familiarity with AI/ML concepts, especially in the context of code generation and evaluation
- Experience working in large-scale or distributed systems environments
- Ability to quickly learn new tools and adapt to evolving engineering processes
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.
Things to know before you apply
- Work authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
- Accommodations: 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.
- AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications more efficiently. Our team performs additional human review and ultimately decides who moves forward in our hiring process.
- Open position: Unless otherwise stated, this job posting is for an open position on our team.
- Language proficiency: 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.
- Inclusion: 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.
