Entry level Enterprise Platform Services PEGA Developer

Cognizant's Enterprise Platform Systems Pega Team

Cognizant's Enterprise Platform Services (EPS) help clients across industries reimagine their digital CX, attract and retain a world-class workforce, engage their partner ecosystems more productively and run their operations and financial organizations more efficiently. By building a simpler, modernized landscape, Cognizant EPS can help clients transform their business, achieve key business goalsand win in the digital economy. Cognizant leverages Pega to deliver on the promise of "Digital at Scale." To help your enterprise provide omni-channel experiences and enhance customer engagement, we collaborate with Pega to co-create smart solutions leveraging our Pega Digital Innovation Center.

Key Responsibilities

Implement case lifecycle using Pega App Studio and Dev Studio

Configure data models, data validation, data types, transforms, and relationships

Build user interfaces (UI) and dashboards within Pega

Work with REST / SOAP APIs for system integration

Assist in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices

Debug and resolve application issues using Pega tools (Tracer, Clipboard)

Collaborate in Agile teams, participate in daily stand-ups, and contribute to sprint deliverables, working closely with senior developers and business analysts

Maintain technical documentation for workflows, rules, and configurations while maintaining code quality standards

Develop and maintain applications using Java and Spring Boot

Perform unit and integration testing using JUnit and Mockito

Gain exposure to CI / CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes for deployment

Work with SQL / NoSQL databases for data persistence

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience

Hands-on programming skills in Python and / or Java with a good understanding of object-oriented programming

Good understanding distributed computing and one of the Cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Knowledge of Data Science / AI / ML / Decisioning

Understanding of data structures & algorithms

Basic knowledge of REST / SOAP APIs for system integration

Basic knowledge of Docker / Kubernetes

Understanding of messaging systems (Kafka / RabbitMQ)

Familiarity with CI / CD tools like Jenkins or GitHub Actions

Good understanding of database concepts and proficiency in basic SQL for querying, analyzing, and managing data

Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Location

New hires will be hired to the Cognizant office in Mesa, AZ, where you will work alongside other experienced Cognizant associates delivering technology solutions. Applicants must be willing to relocate to this major geographic area. While we attempt to honor candidate location preferences, business needs and position availability will determine final location assignment.

Start Date

New hires will start in February 2026. While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment. Exact start date will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively.

Salary and Other Compensation :

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. The annual salary for this position is $65,000.00 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.

Why Choose Us?

Cognizant delivers solutions that draw upon the full power and scale of our associates. You will be supported by high-caliber experts and employ some of the most advanced and patented capabilities. Our associate's diverse backgrounds offer multifaceted perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients.

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 hourly rate, 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.

Work Authorization

Due to the nature of this position, Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in a CPT / OPT program) for this role.

Cognizant is always looking for top talent. We are searching for candidates to fill future needs within the business. This job posting represents potential future employment opportunities with Cognizant. Although the position is not currently available, we want to provide you with the opportunity to express your interest in future employment opportunities with Cognizant. If a job opportunity that you may be qualified for becomes available in the future, we will notify you. At that time you can determine whether you would like to apply for the specific open position. Thank you for your interest in Cognizant career opportunities.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.