**About the role:** As a Senior Developer, you will make an impact by architecting and developing scalable cloud-based software solutions using Angular/React, Java, Python, and microservices technologies. You will be a valued member of the Cognizant team, collaborating with product owners, architecture, and engineering teams to deliver front-end and API-driven applications deployed on Azure or GCP. **In this role, you will:** + Develop clean, scalable, and maintainable code that adheres to industry best practices and modern design patterns. + Apply strategic thinking to define long-term technical vision and implementation plans, with thoughtful evaluation of decisions across short-, mid-, and long-term horizons. + Break down complex systems into manageable components through analytical thinking and structured problem-solving. + Collaborate cross-functionally with product owners, business stakeholders, architecture, security, and engineering teams to translate business needs into robust technical solutions. + Mentor junior developers, fostering growth and building technical expertise across the team. + Design and implement sophisticated cloud-native software solutions, including APIs, microservices, CI/CD pipelines, and real-time streaming infrastructure **Work model:** We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Richardson, TX. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. **What you need to have to be considered:** + Minimum 7 years of hands-on experience in front-end development with advanced proficiency in Angular or React frameworks. + Proven expertise in designing and developing software solutions using modern programming languages such as Java or Python, with a strong foundation in API and microservices architecture. + Solid understanding of both relational and NoSQL databases. + Demonstrated success leading software development projects, including setting goals, tracking milestones, and managing stakeholder communication **These will help you stand out:** + Proficiency in Java/J2EE, cloud platforms, and modern frontend technologies. **Salary and Other Compensation** Applications will be accepted until 08/30/2025. The annual salary for this position is between $90,000 - $102,500 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:** 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. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.