Entry level Enterprise Platform Services Developer

Cognizant; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Austin, Texas is seeking a Software Engineer to implement Pega solutions and work on application development. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science or a related field, and hands-on programming skills in Python or Java. Responsibilities include collaborating with Agile teams, implementing case lifecycles, and developing user interfaces. The position offers an annual salary of $65,000 and benefits including health insurance and 401(k) contributions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• Hands-on programming skills in Python/Java with a good understanding of OOP.
• Good understanding of distributed computing and Cloud services.
• Knowledge of Data Science, AI, ML, and Decisioning.
• Basic knowledge of REST/SOAP APIs for system integration.
• Basic Docker/Kubernetes knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Implement case lifecycle using Pega App Studio and Dev Studio.
• Build user interfaces (UI) and dashboards within Pega.
• Work with REST/SOAP APIs for system integration.
• Collaborate in Agile teams, participating in daily stand-ups.
• Develop applications using Java and Spring Boot.

Skills

Programming skills in Python and/or Java

Distributed computing

Cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Data Science/AI/ML knowledge

Understanding of data structures & algorithms

Basic knowledge of REST/SOAP APIs

Basic knowledge of Docker/Kubernetes

Understanding of messaging systems (Kafka/RabbitMQ)

Familiarity with CI/CD tools

SQL proficiency

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

About Cognizant’s Enterprise Platform Systems Team

Cognizant’s Enterprise Platform Services (EPS) help clients across industries reimagine their digital CX, attract and retain a world-class workforce, engage their partner ecosystems more productively and run their operations and financial organizations more efficiently. By building a simpler, modernized landscape, Cognizant EPS can help clients transform their business, achieve key business goals—and win in the digital economy.

Cognizant leverages Pega to deliver on the promise of “Digital at Scale.” To help your enterprise provide omni-channel experiences and enhance customer engagement, we collaborate with Pega to co-create smart solutions leveraging our Pega Digital Innovation Center.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement case lifecycle using Pega App Studio and Dev Studio
• Configure data models, data validation, data types, transforms, and relationships
• Build user interfaces (UI) and dashboards within Pega
• Work with REST/SOAP APIs for system integration
• Assist in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices
• Debug and resolve application issues using Pega tools (Tracer, Clipboard)
• Collaborate in Agile teams, participate in daily stand-ups, and contribute to sprint deliverables, working closely with senior developers and business analysts
• Maintain technical documentation for workflows, rules, and configurations while maintaining code quality standards
• Develop and maintain applications using Java and Spring Boot
• Perform unit and integration testing using JUnit and Mockito
• Gain exposure to CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes for deployment
• Work with SQL/NoSQL databases for data persistence

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• Hands-on programming skills in Python and/or Java with a good understanding of object-oriented programming
• Good understanding distributed computing and one of the Cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Knowledge of Data Science/AI/ML/Decisioning
• Understanding of data structures & algorithms
• Basic knowledge of REST/SOAP APIs for system integration
• Basic knowledge of Docker/Kubernetes
• Understanding of messaging systems (Kafka/RabbitMQ)
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitHub Actions
• Good understanding of database concepts and proficiency in basic SQL for querying, analyzing, and managing data
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Location

New hires will be hired to the Cognizant office in Mesa, AZ, where you will work alongside other experienced Cognizant associates delivering technology solutions. Applicants must be willing to relocate to this major geographic area. While we attempt to honor candidate location preferences, business needs and position availability will determine final location assignment.

Start Date

New hires will start in February 2026. While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment. Exact start date will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

The annual salary for this position is $65,000.00 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.

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 multifaceted perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients.

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 hourly rate, 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 always looking for top talent. We are searching for candidates to fill future needs within the business. This job posting represents potential future employment opportunities with Cognizant. Although the position is not currently available, we want to provide you with the opportunity to express your interest in future employment opportunities with Cognizant. If a job opportunity that you may be qualified for becomes available in the future, we will notify you. At that time you can determine whether you would like to apply for the specific open position. Thank you for your interest in Cognizant career opportunities.

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.