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      Cognizant Jr. Software Developer reviews

      4.0

      100% would recommend to a friend

      (517 total reviews)
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      Ravi Kumar S

      Not enough data to show CEO approval

      95% positive business outlook

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      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
      5.0
      May 23, 2025

      Overall good

      Jr. software engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Best place to work , good facilities

      Cons

      Nothing much to describe about cons

      4.0
      May 19, 2025

      Good work culture but limited compensation for employees

      Jr. software engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Global Exposure Opportunity to work with international clients, especially from the US and Europe. Projects across diverse domains like BFSI, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. Learning Opportunities Access to various internal training platforms and certifications (e.g., Cognizant Academy). Opportunities to work on new technologies (cloud, AI/ML, DevOps, etc.) depending on project allocation. Brand Value A globally recognized name in the IT services sector; good for your resume. Work-Life Balance Many employees report decent work-life balance, especially in support and maintenance projects. Job Stability Large company with stable projects and established clients. Not prone to aggressive layoffs compared to some competitors. Internal Job Movement Opportunities to switch domains or projects internally (although this may require networking or some waiting time).

      Cons

      Slow Career Growth Promotions and salary hikes can be slow, especially if you are not in a niche or high-demand skill area. Salary Structure Pay is average or slightly lower compared to competitors like TCS, Infosys, or Accenture for similar roles and experience. Limited Onsite Opportunities Onsite (US/Europe) opportunities are limited and competitive, especially after visa restrictions and internal policy shifts. Project Allocation Issues Bench period can be uncertain, and allocation may not align with your skillset or preferences. Rigid Hierarchy Traditional corporate structure in some departments; decision-making can be slow. Work Culture Varies by Project Your experience heavily depends on your project, client, and manager. Some projects are stressful and demand long hours.

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