Cognizant is seeking a Junior Python Developer to support the design, development, and maintenance of software applications and APIs using Java and Python, primarily involving backend development, API integration, and potentially cloud-based solutions.
Requirements
- 2-5 years of expertise
- using Java and Python
- backend development
- API integration
- cloud-based solutions
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
- Support the development of RESTful APIs and microservices
Responsibilities
- As a Junior Java/Python Developer, you will support the design, development, and maintenance of software applications and APIs using Java and Python.
- Application Development: Assist in building scalable and maintainable applications and APIs using Java and Python.
- API Design & Integration: Support the development of RESTful APIs and microservices to enable secure and efficient system communication.
- Help integrate third-party APIs and services.
- Database Management: Work with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL) for data storage and retrieval.
- Performance & Security: Contribute to performance optimization and apply security best practices in data handling and API authentication.
- Cloud Integration: Assist in implementing cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) for cloud-native solutions and deployments.
Other
- work from the Client’s office in Ashburn VA
- legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
- The annual salary for this position depends on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
- eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
