Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Job summary:

Cognizant is looking for an experienced and innovative Senior Software Engineer who will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and deployment of high-quality software applications. You will work with teams from different functions, including clients, IT resources, vendors, and consultants, to assemble requirements, assess technologies, and implement technical solutions. Your expertise in application architecture, coding standards, and problem-solving will be meaningful in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our software products.

Location: Coppell, TX or Fort Washington, PA

You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

*Candidate is required to be in the office 2 to 3 days a week*

Responsibilities

* Conceptualize, design, program, test, implement and deploy software applications using the appropriate documentation, processes, and quality standards.

* Provide business and project expertise when collaborating with clients, IT resources, vendors, consultants, and other stakeholders to identify the user requirements, assess technologies, recommend, and implement technical solutions.

* Apply analytical skills to understand system requirements.

* Applied knowledge of application architecture principles

* Performs formal code reviews to ensure specifications and standards are met.

* Applies defined code management, build, and deployment standards and practices.

* Independently apply problem solving skills to investigate and research complex system problems to establish root cause and resolution.

* Ensure accuracy of coding, create technical documentation; utilize software configuration, version, and quality management processes.

* Work with project participants to maximize productivity, effectiveness, and timely completion.

* Work independently with minimal direct supervision; exercise independent judgment to obtain results.

* Independently apply problem solving skills to investigate and research complex system problems to establish root cause and resolution.

* Share information willingly when appropriate; recognize confidential information and handle with discretion.

Required Skills:

* Minimum of 6 years in a structured environment working on systems, applications, programming, development, testing, implementation, and deployment required.

* At least 6 years of in-depth knowledge and experience in: C#, .NET Framework 4.5+, .Net 5+, T-SQL, REST API, Entity Framework

* At least 3 years of demonstrated experience on modern UI development with Angular 10+, bootstrap, CSS 3+, HTML 4+, TypeScript

* Experience writing W3C compliant accessible HTML5 markup.

* Familiarity with modern JavaScript command-line tools such as npm.

* Software development lifecycle using structured processes.

* Practical knowledge of Agile principles and prefer ability to lead SCRUM ceremonies.

* Experience with cloud development (Azure preferred)

* Competent with tools used to manage the following functions: code management, unit testing, integration testing, version control, and prototyping.

* Mortgage origination experience (preferred)

* Understand a broad range of technologies and able to think in terms "enterprise wide" solutions.

* Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field required

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until February 28, 2025.

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

Why Choose Cognizant?

It takes a lot to succeed in today's fast-paced market, and Cognizant Technology Solutions has become a leader in the industry. We love big ideas and even bigger dreams! We stand out because we put human experiences at the core. Our associates enjoy robust benefits and training opportunities from our industry-recognized, award-winning Academy team. You will have access to hundreds of technical training courses to keep your skillsets fresh and have opportunities to acquire certifications on the newest technologies.

If you love ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we'd love to hear from you!

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