Microservice Developer – Golang - Remote Eligible

Microservice Developer – GoLang

As a Microservice Developer – GoLang, you will make an impact by designing and deploying scalable backend services and microservices in cloud-native environments. You will be a valued member of the Technology & Engineering team and collaborate closely with architects, DevOps engineers, and data specialists to deliver high-performance solutions.

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using GoLang.
• Build and optimize Cypher queries to extract and manipulate data from Neo4j GraphDB.
• Develop and deploy RESTful microservices in AWS Kubernetes clusters.
• Implement Kafka consumers and producers for real-time data streaming and processing.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration.
• Write clean, scalable, and well-documented code following best practices.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and performance tuning.

Work model We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants across the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered:

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in GoLang development.
• Strong experience with Neo4j and Cypher query language.
• Solid understanding of RESTful API development and microservices architecture.
• Experience deploying applications in Kubernetes environments.
• Experience with Kafka for message consumption and stream processing.
• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms, especially AWS.
• Good understanding of software engineering best practices including unit testing and version control (Git).
• Knowledge of security best practices in API development.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

These will help you stand out:

• Experience with GraphQL and integrating it with microservices.
• Exposure to observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK stack.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Ability to mentor junior developers and contribute to technical leadership.
• Experience working in fast-paced, cross-functional teams.

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position is between $81,337 to $141,500 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:

• 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.

What we offer:

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents —from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

About us Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Other employment-related information Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.