AWS Data Engineer

Cognizant North America
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Virginia, Falls Church
May 31, 2025
AWS Data Engineer Location - Falls Church, VA Responsibilities: * Work with development teams and product managers to create software solutions * Design client-side and server-side architecture * Build the front-end of applications through appealing visual design * Develop and manage databases and applications * Write effective APIs * Test software to ensure responsiveness and efficiency * Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade software * Create security and data protection settings * Build features and applications with a mobile responsive design * Write technical documentation * Work with data scientists and analysts to improve software Qualifications: * Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role * Experience developing desktop and mobile applications * Familiarity with common stacks * Knowledge of multiple front-end languages and libraries (e.g. HTML/ CSS, JavaScript, XML, jQuery) * Knowledge of multiple back-end languages (e.g. C#, Java, Python) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Angular, React, Node.js) * Familiarity with databases (e.g. MySQL, MongoDB), web servers (e.g. Apache) and UI/UX design * Excellent communication and teamwork skills * Great attention to detail * Degree in Computer Science, Statistics or relevant field. Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position depends on the 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: 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.