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Profile Engineer

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Profile Developer / Engineer Senior

Location: Remote – United States
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

Cognizant is seeking a highly skilled Profile Developer / Engineer Senior with strong hands-on expertise in Profile core banking technologies, specifically PSL and MUMPS, along with experience in modern application development technologies such as Java Spring and front-end development.

The ideal candidate will bring deep banking domain expertise and proven experience supporting enterprise banking platforms, core banking modernization initiatives, and mission-critical financial applications. This role requires a strong engineering mindset and hands-on programming capabilities across core banking systems, integrations, and automation frameworks.

The selected candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, build, enhance, and support banking solutions across deposits, lending, payments, and card ecosystems while ensuring compliance with financial regulations and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, enhance, and support banking applications using:
    • Profile Scripting Language (PSL)
    • MUMPS
    • Java Spring Framework
    • Front-end technologies
    • In-house automation tools such as GATS
  • Develop scalable, high-performing solutions within core banking environments
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle including analysis, coding, testing, deployment, and production support
  • Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and product stakeholders to implement banking solutions aligned with business requirements
  • Support core banking implementation, upgrade, conversion, and modernization initiatives
  • Work with GT.M NoSQL database environments (FIS proprietary platform)
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex production and application issues
  • Ensure compliance with development standards, banking regulations, and security best practices
  • Contribute to automation, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

  • 7+ years of hands-on software engineering and development experience
  • Strong experience with:
    • Profile Scripting Language (PSL)
    • MUMPS
    • Java Spring
    • Front-end development technologies
    • GATS or similar in-house automation frameworks
  • Experience working with GT.M NoSQL database (FIS proprietary)
  • Strong banking and financial services industry background
  • Hands-on experience in one or more of the following domains:
    • Core Banking
    • Deposits
    • Certificates of Deposit (CDs)
    • Loans
    • Loan Syndication
    • Credit/Debit Cards
    • ACH or Payment Frameworks
    • US Tax Processes
    • Financial Regulations and Compliance
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience working within distributed agile teams and remote delivery models

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting large-scale core banking implementations
  • Exposure to banking platform upgrades and conversion projects
  • Familiarity with banking modernization and digital transformation initiatives
  • Strong understanding of banking operations and transaction processing
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote environment

Salary and Benefits

The annual salary for this position is expected to be between $115,000 - $125,000 USD, depending on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Employee wellness and recognition programs
  • Flexible remote work environment

Benefits may vary based on employment status and location.

Why Cognizant

At Cognizant, you will:

  • Work with leading global banking and financial services clients
  • Be part of a collaborative and innovation-focused engineering culture
  • Access continuous learning and career development opportunities
  • Contribute to large-scale digital transformation and modernization initiatives

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all associates are supported and empowered to succeed regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Accommodation Statement

Cognizant is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and employment lifecycle. If you require accommodations, please notify the recruiting team.

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, state or local laws.

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Our benefits program is built with you in mind—so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.

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Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

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If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

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Step 4: Decision time

Our team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

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