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Cognizant

Software Engineer

Cognizant, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Practice - AIA - Artificial Intelligence and Analytics

Artificial intelligence (AI) and the data it collects and analyzes will soon sit at the core of all intelligent, human‑centric businesses. By decoding customer needs, preferences, and behaviors, our clients can understand exactly what services, products, and experiences their consumers need. Within AI & Analytics, we work to design the future—a future in which trial‑and‑error business decisions have been replaced by informed choices and data‑supported strategies. Job Summary

We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to design, develop, and deliver scalable microservices and distributed systems. The role involves building high‑quality software in an agile environment, leveraging modern technologies such as Go, Java, Python, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to transform ideas into robust solutions, implement CI/CD practices, and ensure performance, reliability, and security across applications. In this role, you will:

Develop scalable microservices applications and solutions Design, implement, and test high‑quality software, often in an agile development environment using CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with cross‑functional to drive features from concept to reality. Work on large‑scale distributed systems and performance‑oriented applications. What you need to have to be considered

Proficiency in Go (GoLang), Java (including J2EE, Spring, Spring Boot), and Python is essential. Strong experience with Docker and Kubernetes for deploying and managing containerized applications. Proven experience in designing and building applications using microservices architecture and associated principles. Familiarity with major cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure) and cloud‑native technologies. Experience with both SQL/RDBMS (Postgres, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch). Experience with tools like Git, Jenkins, Kafka, and a strong understanding of CI/CD practices. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and debugging skills are consistently emphasized. Applications will be accepted until 12 Jan 2026. Salary and Other Compensation

The hourly salary for this position is between $[67,000- 76,500] 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

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

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