Senior Software Engineer

About Cognizant

Cognizant is a global leader in technology and business services, helping clients modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform experiences. We are driven by our purpose to engineer modern businesses to improve everyday life. Join us and be part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with expertise in PostgreSQL, Angular, and .Net Core to join our Asset and Wealth Management team. This role is ideal for a seasoned developer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about building scalable, secure, and high-performance software solutions.

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 some days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Fort Mill South Carolina. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust software applications using PostgreSQL, Angular, and .Net Core.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure application performance and reliability through rigorous testing, debugging, and optimization.
• Contribute to system architecture and design, emphasizing scalability and maintainability.
• Conduct code reviews and promote best practices across the engineering team.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications in partnership with stakeholders.
• Implement security and data protection protocols to safeguard sensitive information.
• Document technical designs, processes, and code changes for transparency and knowledge sharing.
• Integrate domain-specific functionalities in collaboration with the Asset and Wealth Management team.
• Support deployment and maintenance of applications in a hybrid work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience developing enterprise-grade applications using PostgreSQL, Angular, and .Net Core.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and performance optimization.
• Experience mentoring and guiding engineering teams.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of security standards and data protection best practices.
• Experience working in financial services or asset management domains is a plus.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between 120,500 - 141,500k 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.

Why Join Cognizant?

• Be part of a global team driving digital transformation.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative, inclusive environment.
• Access continuous learning opportunities and career advancement programs.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, and a culture that values innovation and integrity.