Summary
✨ AI‑Generated
A senior backend engineering opportunity focused on building software for connected products and data-driven solutions. The role involves contributing to innovative technology initiatives that help organizations modernize their operations and develop efficient digital capabilities. Applicants should have strong Python development experience and an interest in IoT-enabled systems. The position requires working onsite, and visa sponsorship or transfer is unavailable.
Highlights
Opportunity to contribute to innovative IoT solutions and connected products while working on technology initiatives that help businesses improve efficiency and modernize operations.
Description
Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
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, is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.
Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
About Cognizant’s IoT Practice
Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries.
To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes.
Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers.
Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes.
Without human-centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things—but with it, our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all.
Job Title: Senior Python Backend Developer
Experience: 8+ Years
Location: Washington, DC
Work Model: 100% Onsite – 5 days/week
Remote/Hybrid: Not available
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Senior Python Backend Developer with 8+ years of software development experience and strong expertise in Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL/SQL, and backend development.
This is a 100% onsite position in Washington, DC.
Candidates must be willing and able to work onsite from Day 1.
Remote or hybrid arrangements are not available for this role.
Key Technical Requirements
8+ years of overall software development experienceStrong hands-on Python developmentStrong FastAPI and REST API development experienceAdvanced SQL/PostgreSQL skillsHands-on experience with stored procedures and functionsExperience with Pydantic and importlibStrong understanding and implementation of cachingExperience building reusable Python utilities, modules, or frameworksExperience with Excel processing/integration using PythonStrong debugging and performance optimization skillsExperience with Git and modern software development practicesExperience with unit testing, preferably pytestExposure to Docker/CI/CD is preferred
Important Candidate Requirement
This role requires 100% onsite presence in Washington, DC.
Please submit candidates who are already local to the DC/DMV area or who are genuinely willing to relocate and work onsite.
Remote candidates should not be considered.
Compensation: - $80,000 to $118,000 + COLA ($6000) + Bonus + Benefits.
Bonus based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Application will be accepted by 11/08/2026
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
