Jobs at Cognizant

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Cognizant was founded in 1994 in Teaneck, New Jersey and has grown into a global IT services powerhouse with over 350,000 employees worldwide. The company specializes in digital, consulting, and technology services, helping enterprises modernize, migrate to the cloud, and adopt AI-driven solutions across industries.

Cognizant hires for a spectrum of technical roles, from software engineering and data science to cybersecurity, cloud architecture, and digital product design. Project management, business analysis, and user experience positions are also common. Candidates can expect a mix of on-site, hybrid, and fully remote opportunities, with a strong emphasis on continuous learning, certifications, and cross-functional teamwork.

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AWS Data Engineer

Company: Cognizant

Location: Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN

Posted Nov 19, 2022

The job description is for a Project Manager with a Bachelor's degree in science or engineering. The responsibilities include project planning, requirement understanding, design, coding, testing, configuration management, deployment, and service support. The ideal candidate should have skills in AWS Services, DB scripting, Talend OpenStudio, and SQL Scripting.

Director Consulting - Human Capital Management

Company: Cognizant

Location: Austin TX

Posted Nov 16, 2022

The job description is about a HCM Transformation Consultant role at Cognizant, a company that helps clients accelerate their digital journeys. The role involves leading a team to solve specific problems, developing implementation strategies, and conducting business and technology analyses. The company values teamwork, collaboration, and diversity, and is looking for someone who thrives in a setting that encourages lively discussions and thought leadership.

Big Data Senior Architect (remote)

Company: Cognizant

Location: Portland OR

Posted Nov 20, 2022

The job posting is for a Big Data Architect position at Cognizant, a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services. The job requires at least 15 years of experience and involves designing and implementing information management applications, collaborating with IT and business teams, and providing guidance on Big Data integration and security.

QA Engineer

Company: Cognizant

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Posted Nov 19, 2022

Cognizant is looking for a QA Engineer with experience in software testing, specifically in the insurance domain. The ideal candidate should have a strong team player mentality and be able to lead and drive implementation programs. The role requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in software testing and proficiency in QA, HP ALM, Jira, and insurance domain knowledge.

Salesforce Tech Lead

Company: Cognizant

Location: Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN

Posted Nov 16, 2022

Cognizant has an immediate opening for a Salesforce Tech Lead. The job requires 10+ years of IT experience, 7-8 years of SFDC experience, and specific skills in Service Cloud, Apex, Lightning, and Health Cloud. The job also requires good communication skills and collaboration with offshore teams.

Service Virtualization Tester

Company: Cognizant

Location: Raleigh-Durham, NC

Posted Nov 16, 2022

Cognizant has an immediate opening for a Service Virtualization Tester. The job requires experience in CA Lisa, Agile Methodology, and understanding of SOA Architecture and Microservices.

GRC Archer Business Analyst

Company: Cognizant

Location: Raleigh-Durham, NC

Posted Nov 20, 2022

The job description involves facilitating requirement gathering for Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) use cases, acting as an intermediary between business partners, system vendors, and the GRC team. The role requires eliciting requirements using various methods, acting as a liaison, and communicating with managers and project managers. The qualifications include Asset Management Operations, Change Management, Communication Management, Compliance Management, Data Analysis, Delivery Excellence, Effective Communication, Execution Excellence, Financial Acumen, Fund Operations, ITSM, Knowledge Management, Managing Change, Managing Teams, Project Management, Requirements Management, RSA Access Manager, RSA Archer Compliance Audit, RSA Archer eGRC, Solution Architecture, Test & Defect Management, and Transition Management.

Sr. Informatica Developer (Remote)

Company: Cognizant

Location: Nashville, TN

Posted Nov 19, 2022

The job posting is for a Sr Informatica Developer position at Cognizant, requiring 6-9 years of experience in Unix Shell Scripting, Teradata, Informatica PowerCenter, and SQL Scripting. The job involves developing and maintaining ETL processes, designing database structures, and having excellent communication skills.

OBIEE Developer

Company: Cognizant

Location: Austin TX

Posted Nov 16, 2022

The job description is for an OBIEE Developer role at Cognizant, a company that uses artificial intelligence and data science to help businesses improve their operations. The role requires skills in OBIEE, MS Power BI, and SQL/Oracle, and involves developing reports and dashboards to meet business requirements.

OAS Sr. Developer (remote)

Company: Cognizant

Location: Portland OR

Posted Nov 20, 2022

This remote position with Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is open to qualified applicants in the United States and Canada. The role involves driving the transition from BOBJ to OAS, understanding business needs, and delivering high-quality client solutions using Oracle Analytics, Cloud Data Visualization, OBIEE, and ODID. The position requires at least 7 years of experience in requirement-gathering, solution blueprints, and business process design. The annual salary is between $105,000.00 - $115,000.00, depending on experience and other qualifications.

Oracle HCM Cloud Test Lead (Remote)

Company: Cognizant

Location: Detroit, MI

Posted Nov 19, 2022

Cognizant has an immediate opening for an Oracle HCM Cloud Test Lead. The ideal candidate is someone who values teamwork and collaboration. The job involves collaborating with clients, analyzing testable functions, and reporting progress to stakeholders.

Senior SQL DBA

Company: Cognizant

Location: Austin TX

Posted Nov 21, 2022

The job description requires a strong proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server technologies, experience with cloud knowledge, automation, and infrastructure as code, and proficiency in SQL optimization and coding techniques. The candidate should have good architectural knowledge, design and implement complex database systems, and troubleshoot database problems.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Cognizant?
Employees often cite Cognizant’s inclusive culture, commitment to upskilling, and the opportunity to work on large-scale digital transformation projects. The company supports flexible work arrangements, wellness programs, and a robust internal mentorship network. Turnover is moderate, but many staff remain for 5+ years, citing career growth and exposure to cutting‑edge technology as key motivators.
What types of positions are available at Cognizant?
Cognizant offers roles in software development, data analytics, cloud engineering, cybersecurity, digital experience, product management, and consulting. Technical tracks include Java, Python, .NET, AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, and AI/ML, while non‑technical tracks cover project management, business analysis, UX design, and finance operations.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
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