IBM Datapower Gateway Developer

About the role

As an IBM Data Power Gateway Developer, you will make an impact by owning and enhancing the Data Power platform to ensure secure, stable, and optimized API and integration services across the enterprise. You will be a valued member of the EPS IPM team and work collaboratively with SRE teams, L2 support, developers, and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Maintain and administer the IBM Data Power platform ensuring high availability and performance
• Provide technical guidance to enhance and optimize existing Data Power services and integrations
• Develop and execute Python-based automation scripts to streamline operations and platform-wide changes
• Troubleshoot outages and support incident resolution in collaboration with SRE and L2 teams
• Perform firmware upgrades, platform maintenance, and deploy code changes across environments

• Hands‑on experience with IBM Data Power platform including multi‑protocol gateway and web service proxy
• Strong expertise in integration technologies including APIs and web services
• Proven experience in automation and scripting (Python preferred)
• Experience troubleshooting production issues and working with SRE/support teams
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

• Experience with enterprise API gateways or integration platforms (APIC, Kong, Apigee)
• Familiarity with security remediation and vulnerability management in integration platforms
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Experience working in large‑scale enterprise environments

Client is in Louisville, KY. Based on this role’s business requirements, it’s preferred that this role work a hybrid schedule out of Louisville, KY. Attend to flexibility and wellness programs supported by Cognizant.

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

The annual salary for this position is between $102,000 – $116,000 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.

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long‑term/Short‑term Disability
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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.

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.