{"id":22676,"date":"2026-09-17T01:39:53","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T01:39:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/merademyjobs.com\/?p=22676"},"modified":"2026-09-17T01:39:54","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T01:39:54","slug":"cognizant-is-hiring-for-junior-software-engineer-apply-now-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/merademyjobs.com\/index.php\/2026\/09\/17\/cognizant-is-hiring-for-junior-software-engineer-apply-now-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Cognizant is hiring for Junior Software Engineer | Apply Now!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Cognizant\u00a0is hiring for the position of Junior Software Engineer in Hyderabad, India. Candidates with a Bachelor&#8217;s\/ Master&#8217;s Degree are eligible to apply for this position. The complete information, eligibility criteria, and requirements are provided below.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Job Description:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Company Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cognizant<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Position<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Junior Software Engineer<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Qualification<\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Bachelor&#8217;s\/ Master&#8217;s Degree<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Experience<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>1-3 (Years)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Hyderabad, India (Hybrid)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Responsibilities:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Develop and maintain modular microservices that support scalable business applications and adhere to enterprise engineering standards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop clean, efficient Python services for complex data processing and reliable backend operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Design and implement Java-based service layers that integrate with existing platforms and provide consistent transactional behavior.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build interactive JavaScript-based front-end features that enhance user experience and enable seamless interaction with backend microservices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Write optimized SQL queries and database procedures to support high-performance data access and maintain data integrity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborate with senior engineers and product teams to refine technical requirements and translate them into clear implementation tasks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participate in code reviews by providing and receiving constructive feedback to continuously improve code quality and engineering practices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create and maintain technical documentation covering service contracts, data flows, configuration details, and operational procedures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contribute to automated testing pipelines by developing unit, integration, and regression tests to improve system reliability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Troubleshoot and resolve microservice and database issues through structured root cause analysis and thorough validation of fixes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor application health using logs, metrics, and dashboards to identify performance bottlenecks and recommend targeted improvements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow secure development practices and organizational guidelines related to authentication, authorization, encryption, and data handling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborate with stakeholders to understand evolving business requirements and propose incremental enhancements that deliver measurable value.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply basic knowledge of asset and wealth management concepts to ensure software solutions align with financial domain requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Effectively collaborate in a hybrid work environment using digital tools and in-person sessions to maintain team coordination and productivity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eligibility Criteria:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Possess 1-3 years of professional experience in software engineering, with a focus on developing production-ready applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrate strong proficiency in Python development, including experience with common libraries, frameworks, and structured coding practices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have hands-on experience with Java for backend services, including object-oriented design principles and exception handling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrate practical skills in JavaScript for user interface development, including event handling, state management, and API integration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Possess a strong understanding of SQL, including query optimization, joins, indexing, and relational data modeling best practices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand microservices fundamentals, including service boundaries, stateless design, inter-service communication, and resilience patterns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have familiarity with source control workflows, continuous integration tools, and automated build and deployment pipelines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exposure to asset and wealth management processes is an added advantage for understanding investment and portfolio solutions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrate clear communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous learning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Company:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cognizant is a global professional services firm that transforms clients business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our distinct industry-based, consultative approach assists clients in envisioning, building, and operating more innovative and efficient businesses. Cognizant, headquartered in the United States, is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently ranked among the world\u2019s most admired companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Apply?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First, read through all of the job details on this page.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scroll down and press the&nbsp;<strong>Apply Here&nbsp;<\/strong>button.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To be redirected to the official website, click on the apply link.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill the details with the information provided.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before submitting the application, cross-check the information you\u2019ve provided.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Apply Link:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/careers.cognizant.com\/india-en\/jobs\/00068949144\/jr-software-engineer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click Here<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join our WhatsApp Community: <a href=\"https:\/\/chat.whatsapp.com\/C8xvVYxD1ZSAMqNJIiW7j9?s=sh&amp;p=a&amp;ilr=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click Here<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join our Telegram Group: <a href=\"https:\/\/telegram.dog\/merademy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click Here<\/a><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cognizant\u00a0is hiring for the position of Junior Software Engineer in Hyderabad, India. 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