Cognizant

Profile Engineer

Cognizant$115K — $125K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of software engineering and development experience
  • Expertise in Profile Scripting Language (PSL), MUMPS, Java Spring, and front-end technologies
  • Experience with GATS or similar automation frameworks
  • Proficiency in GT.M NoSQL database
  • Strong background in banking and financial services
  • Hands-on experience in core banking, deposits, loans, and payment frameworks
  • Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop banking applications using PSL, MUMPS, and Java Spring
  • Create scalable solutions within core banking environments
  • Engage in full software development lifecycle from analysis to production support
  • Work collaboratively with architects and business analysts on banking solutions
  • Support core banking upgrades and modernization initiatives
  • Troubleshoot complex production issues
  • Ensure compliance with banking regulations and development standards
  • Contribute to automation and process optimization efforts

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Employee wellness and recognition programs
  • Flexible remote work environment
Full Job Description
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Profile Developer / Engineer Senior

Location: Remote - United States
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary

Cognizant is seeking a highly skilled Profile Developer / Engineer Senior with strong hands-on expertise in Profile core banking technologies, specifically PSL and MUMPS, along with experience in modern application development technologies such as Java Spring and front-end development.

The ideal candidate will bring deep banking domain expertise and proven experience supporting enterprise banking platforms, core banking modernization initiatives, and mission-critical financial applications. This role requires a strong engineering mindset and hands-on programming capabilities across core banking systems, integrations, and automation frameworks.

The selected candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, build, enhance, and support banking solutions across deposits, lending, payments, and card ecosystems while ensuring compliance with financial regulations and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, enhance, and support banking applications using:
    • Profile Scripting Language (PSL)
    • MUMPS
    • Java Spring Framework
    • Front-end technologies
    • In-house automation tools such as GATS
  • Develop scalable, high-performing solutions within core banking environments
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle including analysis, coding, testing, deployment, and production support
  • Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and product stakeholders to implement banking solutions aligned with business requirements
  • Support core banking implementation, upgrade, conversion, and modernization initiatives
  • Work with GT.M NoSQL database environments (FIS proprietary platform)
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex production and application issues
  • Ensure compliance with development standards, banking regulations, and security best practices
  • Contribute to automation, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives
Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of hands-on software engineering and development experience
  • Strong experience with:
    • Profile Scripting Language (PSL)
    • MUMPS
    • Java Spring
    • Front-end development technologies
    • GATS or similar in-house automation frameworks
  • Experience working with GT.M NoSQL database (FIS proprietary)
  • Strong banking and financial services industry background
  • Hands-on experience in one or more of the following domains:
    • Core Banking
    • Deposits
    • Certificates of Deposit (CDs)
    • Loans
    • Loan Syndication
    • Credit/Debit Cards
    • ACH or Payment Frameworks
    • US Tax Processes
    • Financial Regulations and Compliance
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience working within distributed agile teams and remote delivery models
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting large-scale core banking implementations
  • Exposure to banking platform upgrades and conversion projects
  • Familiarity with banking modernization and digital transformation initiatives
  • Strong understanding of banking operations and transaction processing
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote environment
Salary and Benefits

The annual salary for this position is expected to be between $115,000 - $125,000 USD, depending on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package which may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Employee wellness and recognition programs
  • Flexible remote work environment

Benefits may vary based on employment status and location.

About Cognizant

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Size
340,400 employees
Market Cap
$28.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$16.6 billion
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