Senior Software Engineer - GOLANG Experience

At Cognizant, our global community sets us apart-an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. And with projects at the forefront of innovation, you can build a varied, rewarding career and draw inspiration from dedicated colleagues and leaders. Cognizant is right where you belong. If you meet our background requirements and skills and are looking for an opportunity with these skills and expertise, here is the ideal opportunity for you!

Role: SenioR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING - GOLANG EXPERIENCE

Job Location: Candidates must be willing to work in a hybrid model from the Client's locations in WI, MN or TX (Hybrid 4 days a week). Remote work is not an option.

Job Description

We are seeking a Software Engineer with 5+ years of overall experience and a minimum of 2 years experience using Golang to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems. In this role, you will create efficient system architectures using Golang and MySQL, containerize applications with Docker, and deploy solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS). You will be engaged in API design and microservices development to build robust, flexible systems.

Required Skills

• Golang: Proficiency in Go to develop efficient, scalable backend services.
• MySQL: Experience in designing, managing, and optimizing relational databases to support data-intensive applications.
• System Design and Architecture: Ability to architect complex systems with scalability, reliability, and performance in mind.
• Docker: Expertise in containerizing applications to streamline development, testing, and deployment workflows.
• Amazon Web Services (AWS): Hands-on experience with AWS for deploying, managing, and scaling cloud-based applications.
• API Design & Microservices Architecture: Strong background in designing robust APIs and developing modular microservices for flexible system integration.
• Version Control: Proficiency in Git or similar systems for effective source code management.
• Agile Methodologies: Experience working within Agile or Scrum frameworks to iteratively develop and deliver high-quality software.
• Security Best Practices: Knowledge of implementing security measures in both code and infrastructure to protect applications from vulnerabilities.
• Teamwork and Communication: Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and communicate technical concepts clearly.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• PHP: Additional experience with PHP for legacy system integration or web development tasks.
• Healthcare/Payment Industry Experience: Familiarity with the healthcare or payment domains to better understand industry-specific challenges.
• HIPAA, PII, and PCI DSS Standards: Understanding of regulatory requirements for protecting sensitive data in healthcare and finance.
• Infrastructure as Code: Experience with tools and practices for automating infrastructure provisioning and management, such as Terraform or CloudFormation

Work Authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants who are legally authorized to work in the United States.

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position will depend on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

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

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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.