Cognizant Jr. Software Developer reviews

4.0

100% would recommend to a friend

(517 total reviews)
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Ravi Kumar S

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95% positive business outlook

Jr. Software Developer employees have rated Cognizant with 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 517 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Jr. Software Developer professionals have a good working experience there. Cognizant is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Jr. Software Developer professionals compared to other employers within the Tecnologías de la información industry (3.7 stars).

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517 reviews
4.0
Jun 1, 2025
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Pros

1. Job Security • One of the strongest points noted by employees. • Stable organization with long-term projects and steady client relationships. 2. Work-Life Balance • Many teams follow flexible work hours. • Remote/hybrid options available in many roles post-COVID. 3. Learning Opportunities • Access to internal learning platforms (e.g., Cognizant Academy). • Exposure to large-scale projects and global clients. 4. Good for Freshers • Structured onboarding and training programs. • Friendly environment for newcomers with mentor support.

Cons

Salary Growth Can Be Slow • Increments and promotions may be conservative, especially for long-term employees. • Some feel their compensation doesn’t match market standards after a few years. 2. Bureaucratic Processes • Large company structure means slower decision-making

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