Senior Python backend Developer (Remote)

Location: Dallas, Texas, US
Recruiter: Cognizant Technology Solutions
Date posted: Monday, October 13, 2025

 

Job Description:
About the role

Our practice is seeking a highly qualified Senior Python backend Developer (Remote) with experience in developing and building impactful, scalable, enterprise applications.

Our Developers have a passion for high-quality, reliable, and maintainable code. You will work side by side with product managers, designers, and clients, making decisions together to quickly deliver valuable working software to clients and their users.

Our developers are agile and retrospective, and not afraid to identify what we're doing wrong, so we can fix it, so we can improve on it. Above all, we judge success by the success of our team and the happiness of our customers.

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 in Dallas, TX. Regardless of your working arrangement, we ... are here to support a healthy work-life balance though 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.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design and build applications for the Python backend platform
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications
• Support the development and testing of Client systems and services
• Help translate product requirements into user stories and technical solutions
• Deliver highly available and scalable services in a production environment
• Communicate with Client project leads, product managers and other software developers
• Support in addressing bug-fixes dependent upon integration, UAT or certification tests and their requirements
• Support software development activities through the various development phases concluding in Production deployment. Support basic transition of responsibilities and change management to Client teams
• Coordinate with Client and Client partner personnel, as mutually agreed between the parties, to set priorities and Deliverables, managing project plans and timelines as agreed upon, and providing guidance and support to Clients' technology teams to ensure high quality output
• Collaborate with various Client teams, including product owners, business analysts, and quality assurance to ensure successful technical delivery and operation

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• 5 to 11 years of backend development experience.
• Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.
• Proficiency in at least one backend language (Python)
• Advanced proficiency in backend development with Python frameworks, including Django, or Flask.
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful services, focusing on scalability and reliability, using Python.
• Understanding of algorithmic techniques, design patterns
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Strong understanding of database design, including SQL and NoSQL databases, and experience with ORM tools.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until November 23, 2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $81,3372K - $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

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.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you.

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. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

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, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:
Compensation 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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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