Cognizant Apprenticeship Program - Jr. Software Developer

Cognizant Apprenticeship Program - Jr. Software Developer Program Overview:

Cognizant Apprenticeship Program is officially registered and recognized by the Department of Labor (DOL). Every graduate of our Registered Apprenticeship program receives a nationally recognized credential from the DOL.

The Jr. Software Developer apprenticeship program is a one-year paid learning experience; in which new hires are required to successfully complete specific learning hours and on-the-job training to ensure success in their new role and pass technical assessments along the way.

Upon graduating and receiving a certificate from the apprenticeship program, Associates will be eligible for continued employment with Cognizant based on education, work experience, technical assessment, performance evaluation, and client engagement.

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 a Jr. Software Developer, you will be analyzing, designing, programming, and testing software programs and applications across all industries.

New hires will get trained in specific technical skills to enhance core competency skills and grow their career. Throughout the first year at Cognizant, we will closely monitor progression and offer coaching, training, and support to help achieve long-term career goals at Cognizant.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate's degree and demonstrated skill in information technology with preferred major in Software Development.
• 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.
• Candidate should possess working knowledge in an object-oriented programming (OOP) language (Java or C#/.NET) with an understanding of software development methodologies.
• Preferred experience with full-stack development; including front-end, back-end, and databases.
• Self-motivated individuals with strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the passion and appetite to learn newer technologies
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and actively participate in team meeting discussions both virtual and in-person.
• 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 May 15, 2024. While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment.

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 base salary for this position is $28/hour (annum $58,240.00) and is eligible for a progressive pay increase after 11 months to $33/hour (annum of $68,640.00) based on performance and skills obtained.
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

Must be fully/permanently authorized to work in the US, Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for this role (CPT/OPT not eligible).

Employee Status : Full Time Employee

Shift : Day Job

Job Posting : Feb 20 2024

About Cognizant

Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at or follow us

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