Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.). Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and we are among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.
This position is open only to visa-independent candidates and will not support visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Domain: Banking
Job Title: Python + AWS Developer
Experience: 8+ Years
Primary Skills
- Python (Core Python, OOP, REST APIs)
- AWS (Lambda, S3, EC2, ECS, RDS, DynamoDB)
- Snowflake
- Git, CI/CD, Docker
Secondary Skills
- AWS Glue, Step Functions
- Kubernetes
- PySpark
- Generative AI / OpenAI APIs (Good to Have)
Roles & Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable Python ETL applications and microservices.
- Build and manage cloud-native solutions on AWS.
- Develop REST APIs and integrate with third-party systems.
- Create and optimize data processing pipelines.
- Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
- Troubleshoot production issues and ensure application reliability.
- Collaborate with architects, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
- Follow security, coding, and cloud governance standards.
Preferred Certifications:
AWS Certified Developer Associate / AWS Solutions Architect Associate.
Application Accepted: 9/31/2026
The annual salary for this position is between $110,000 - $130,000 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:
· Extended Health Coverage through Manulife
· Prescription Drug Coverage
· Virtual Care Services (TELUS Health)
· Mental Health & Counselling Services
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
· Virtual Pharmacy Services
· Retirement Benefits
· Registered Pension Plan (RPP) with employer matching up to 3%
· RRSP contributions are available; however, Cognizant does not provide RRSP matching
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 language
Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration.
If you are content with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you!
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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