Software Engineer Contract Jobs in Lexington, KY

About the role
As a Full Stack Software Engineer (Golang & React), you will make an impact by leading the design and development of secure, scalable, and high-performing enterprise applications for the healthcare provider domain. You will be a valued member of the engineering team, working collaboratively with product management, quality engineering, operations, and cross-functional technology teams to deliver reliable digital solutions.
In this role, you will:
• Lead the end-to-end design and development of secure, scalable, and reliable backend services using Golang.
• Establish secure coding standards, conduct code and architecture reviews, and mentor developers on application security and engineering best practices.
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas, queries, and data-access patterns for high-volume transactional and analytical workloads.
• Guide the development and integration of responsive React applications with Golang services and PostgreSQL databases.
• Collaborate with product, quality engineering, and operations teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions that meet security, performance, and reliability objectives.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Drive code quality and application performance through automated testing, static analysis, profiling, query optimization, and continuous integration and deployment practices.
• Document architecture decisions, service contracts, data models, and reusable secure coding patterns to support knowledge sharing and team onboarding.
Work model:
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Lexington - KY. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. These may change based on the project you are engaged in, as well as evolving business and client requirements. We will always be transparent about role expectations.
Please note: Some roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations based on project needs.
What you need to have to be considered
• Five to eight years of software development experience, including hands-on experience with Golang.
• Strong knowledge of secure coding practices and secure software development lifecycle principles.
• Experience designing and optimizing databases and queries using PostgreSQL.
• Hands-on experience developing responsive web applications using React.
• Experience integrating Golang backend services with PostgreSQL databases and React applications.
• Healthcare provider domain experience.
• Experience with code reviews, automated testing, troubleshooting, and application performance optimization.
This will help you stand out
• Experience leading technical design and guiding development teams through complex application initiatives.
• Knowledge of threat modeling, dependency management, secure configuration, and continuous security testing.
• Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for automated build, test, and deployment processes.
• Strong production troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and system observability skills.
• Ability to communicate technical decisions clearly and collaborate effectively with product, quality engineering, and operations teams.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $46,992 to $75,000 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.
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 salary, 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.
*Please note, this role cannot offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
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.
Additional employment information
Compensation 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.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
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, state or local laws.
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