SR Lead Python AWS developer- Remote

Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.). Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and we are among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

This position is open only to visa-independent candidates and will not support visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Employment Type:

Full-Time
Domain:
Banking

Job Title: Python + AWS Developer

Experience: 8+ Years

• Python (Core Python, OOP, REST APIs)
• AWS (Lambda, S3, EC2, ECS, RDS, DynamoDB)
• Snowflake
• Git, CI/CD, Docker

• AWS Glue, Step Functions
• Kubernetes
• Py Spark
• Generative AI / OpenAI APIs (Good to Have)

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Python ETL applications and microservices.
• Build and manage cloud-native solutions on AWS.
• Develop REST APIs and integrate with third-party systems.
• Create and optimize data processing pipelines.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops best practices.
• Troubleshoot production issues and ensure application reliability.
• Collaborate with architects, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Follow security, coding, and cloud governance standards.

AWS Certified Developer Associate / AWS Solutions Architect Associate.

Application Accepted: 9/31/2026

The annual salary for this position is between $110,000 - $130,000 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.

Benefits:
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Extended Health Coverage through Manulife
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Virtual Care Services (TELUS Health)
• Mental Health & Counselling Services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Virtual Pharmacy Services
• Retirement Benefits
• Registered Pension Plan (RPP) with employer matching up to 3%
• RRSP contributions are available; however, Cognizant does not provide RRSP matching

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 language

Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration.

If you are content with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you!