Lead Drupal Developer (Hybrid)

Cognizant is looking for an experienced and innovative Lead Drupal Developer or Drupal Developer to serve our diverse base of global clients. As a member of our team, you will build innovative, applications that powers modern business. An ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working in a diverse, collaborative, geographically distributed team. Similarly, the ideal candidate is an expert engineer who values the "team", drives continuous improvement and is unafraid to challenge the legacy status quo with creative cloud-based solutions.

Location for this role: Washington DC

• Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (H-1B, L-1B, L-1A, etc.)

• Design and develop robust solutions using Drupal, Symphony 2, and PHP to meet business requirements.
• Oversee the implementation of database solutions, ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Provide technical guidance and support to development teams working with JavaScript, CSS, and HTML.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical specifications.
• Ensure that all developed solutions are scalable, maintainable, and adhere to best practices.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure high-quality code.
• Lead the integration of various systems and applications to ensure seamless operation.
• Monitor and optimize system performance, addressing any issues that arise promptly.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to incorporate them into the developer.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all architectural solutions and processes.
• Work closely with project managers to ensure timely delivery of projects within scope and budget.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior developers to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards in the financial industry.
• Qualifications - Possess strong technical skills in Database and SQL, Drupal, Drupal - Symphony 2, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and PHP.
• Have experience in Investment Banking Operations and Investment Banking & Brokerage is a plus.
• Demonstrate excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Show proficiency in designing scalable and maintainable architecture solutions.
• Have a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

• We are seeking an experienced Sr. Developer with 8 to 12 years of experience to join our team. With some leadership experience
• The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in Database and SQL, Drupal, Drupal - Symphony 2, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and PHP.
• Experience in Investment Banking Operations and Investment Banking & Brokerage is a plus.
• This hybrid role requires working during the day shift with no travel required

Applications will be accepted until December 12 2024.

The annual salary for this position is between $81,337 - 141,500K 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

Why Choose Cognizant?

It takes a lot to succeed in today's fast-paced market, and Cognizant Technology Solutions has become a leader in the industry. We love big ideas and even bigger dreams! We stand out because we put human experiences at the core. Our associates enjoy robust benefits and training opportunities from our industry-recognized, award-winning Academy team. You will have access to hundreds of technical training to keep your abilities fresh and have opportunities to acquire certifications on the newest technologies.

Everything we do at Cognizant we do with passion-for our clients (fortune 100 companies), our communities, and our organization. It's the defining attribute that we look for in our people.

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

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