Entry-level Software Engineer

Cognizant • Saint Paul, MN • 14h ago

Position Overview

With enterprise modernization at the core of what we offer, Cognizant's Application Development & Management (ADM) practice is quintessential to our clients' ability to emerge stronger with high business agility in an increasingly digital world. Aided by domain experiences, investment in talent, and unique integrated platforms and solutions, we help our clients to envision, build, modernize and run more innovative and efficient businesses. By joining Cognizant as an entry-level Software Engineer, you will be analyzing, designing, programming, and testing software programs and applications across all industries.

Kick-start your software engineering career in our new hire training program to learn the latest technical skills!

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Preferred majors include Computer Science or Software Engineering

Candidate should possess strong Java application development skills (e.g., Core Java technologies, React JavasScript, & Spring framework)

Demonstrated development experiences in C#, .NET, VB/ASP development and database experience

Demonstrated experiences in cloud computing such as Azure OpenShift and AWS, etc.

Understanding of software development methodologies

Self-motivated individuals with strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the passion and appetite to learn newer technologies

Excellent interpersonal & communication skills; actively participates in team meetings discussions and be a specialist in Object Oriented analysis and design using common design patterns

Ability to work collaboratively with global project teams

Responsibilities

Develop, create, and modify general computer application software or specialized programs

Interaction and coordination with offshore team members for various client specific tasks and enhancements

Maintain systems by monitoring, identifying, and correcting software defects

Java/Java EE/Spring microservice API development while providing expertise in the full software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing

Design, develop and deliver high-volume, low-latency applications for mission-critical systems

Write well designed, testable, efficient code

Ensure designs are in compliance with specifications

Support continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies and communicating these for architectural review

Location(s)

New hires will be deployed to specific client sites and those locations will be discussed through the application process. While Cognizant will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your location preference, please note that final assignments will be based on business needs and regional relocation may be required.

Start Date(s)

New hires will start in three cohorts: April, July, and October 2025 . While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment. Exact start dates will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively.

Why Choose Us?

Cognizant delivers solutions that draw upon the full power and scale of our associates. You will be supported by high-caliber experts and employ some of the most advanced and patented capabilities. Our associate's diverse backgrounds offer varied perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients.

Salary and Other Compensation

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

The annual salary for this position is $73,000.00 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.

Work Authorization

Due to the nature of this position, Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in a CPT/OPT program) for this role.

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.

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