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Senior Python Backend Developer - Onsite

CognizantAndrews Air Force Base, MDL5 SeniorNovember 5th, 2026
Senior Python Backend Developer Experience 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 experience Strong hands-on Python development Strong FastAPI and REST API development experience Advanced SQL/PostgreSQL skills Hands-on experience with stored procedures and functions Experience with Pydantic and importlib Strong understanding and implementation of caching Experience building reusable Python utilities, modules, or frameworks Experience with Excel processing/integration using PythonStrong debugging and performance optimization skills Experience with Git and modern software development practices Experience with unit testing, preferably pytest Exposure 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 PlanThings to know before you apply
Work authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. Accommodations: If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information. AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications more efficiently. Our team performs additional human review and ultimately decides who moves forward in our hiring process. Open position: Unless otherwise stated, this job posting is for an open position on our team. Language proficiency: We ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French. Inclusion: 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, provincial or local laws.
About Cognizant: Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization's unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

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