Senior Full Stack Developer - Remote in US

Cognizant; Charleston (WV); Remote; USD 81,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) plan and contributions

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to design, build, and enhance modern applications for an insurance client. This role is remote in the US and requires hands‑on engineering excellence across frontend and backend technologies.

The ideal candidate has 10–15 years of experience with JavaScript/TypeScript, AWS, CI/CD, and secure coding practices, and can translate business needs into scalable designs within an Agile team.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience developing and supporting full stack applications in an enterprise setting.
• Strong hands‑on experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frontend/backend technologies.
• Experience with AWS cloud technologies and building/maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance full stack applications using modern frontend and backend technologies.
• Translate business requirements into robust technical solutions and system designs.
• Drive CI/CD, code quality, security, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and cross‑functional teams in Agile delivery.
• Participate in design discussions, code reviews, testing, and production readiness.

Skills

JavaScript

TypeScript

Agile methodologies

CI/CD practices

Security practices

System design

Collaboration & communication

Tools

AWS

GitHub Actions

Job description

Senior Full Stack Developer - Remote in US

We are seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Developer within 10- 15 years of experience to design, build, and enhance modern applications for a leading insurance client. This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineer who can translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions while promoting strong engineering, security, and delivery practices.

Role Overview

This position supports full stack application development in an Agile environment. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, contribute to system design, and help deliver secure, reliable, and high‑performing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance full stack applications using modern frontend and backend technologies.
• Translate business requirements into robust technical solutions and system designs.
• Drive continuous integration and continuous delivery practices, code quality, security, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and other cross‑functional teams in an Agile environment.
• Participate in technical design discussions, code reviews, testing, and production readiness activities.
• Troubleshoot application issues and contribute to reliable, maintainable solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Strong hands‑on experience with JavaScript and TypeScript.
• 10- 15 years of experience developing and supporting full stack applications.
• Hands‑on experience with Amazon Web Services cloud technologies.
• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
• Understanding of secure coding, code quality, application performance, and modern engineering practices.
• Ability to translate business needs into scalable technical designs.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills in an Agile delivery environment.

Work Model and Location

• Remote work is available for the duration of the assignment.
• Primary studio location: Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
• Travel or onsite attendance may be required based on project or client needs.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $81K – $141K 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

• 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.

Important Disclaimers

Please note: A few of our roles may require in‑person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.

Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

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.