API & UI Developer

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and driven API & UI Developer to join our dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work across both backend and frontend development, contributing to the creation of seamless, secure, and scalable digital experiences. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to build robust APIs and engaging user interfaces that power our applications and services.

In this role you will be responsible for:

API Development

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure APIs (RESTful, GraphQL).
• Implement security protocols and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Optimize API performance and troubleshoot integration issues.
• Ensure data integrity and maintain comprehensive API documentation.
• Collaborate with backend teams to define API requirements and ensure smooth integration.

UI Development

• Develop and maintain responsive, user-friendly web interfaces.
• Translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into functional code.
• Ensure cross-browser and cross-platform compatibility.
• Optimize UI performance for speed and scalability.
• Conduct thorough testing to ensure design accuracy and functionality.
• Work closely with UI/UX designers and gather user feedback for continuous improvement.

To be successful in this role, your skills and experience should include:

• Proficiency in programming languages for API development (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js, Go).
• Strong knowledge of API architectural styles (REST, GraphQL) and tools (e.g., Postman, Swagger UI).
• Experience with frontend frameworks/libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with databases and data formats (e.g., JSON, XML).
• Knowledge of UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits
Joining Cognizant will give you the opportunity to learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry, while having your finger on the pulse of emerging industry trends and working on the cutting edge of technology in your field of expertise.

We recognize that our people perform at their best when they feel valued as significant contributors and that is why at Cognizant, taking care of our employees is a priority:

• You can pursue innovative career tracks and opportunities here
• You can enhance your professional development through education and dedicated training
• We’ll give you the skills you need to keep pace with the changing workplace while our compensation, benefits and wellness packages help you stay healthy and plan for the future.

Please reach out to our friendly and welcoming team today to apply and register your interest for this full-time hybrid API & UI Developer position.

At Cognizant, we engineer modern businesses to improve everyday life because we're dedicated to making a lasting impact. Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.