Cognizant

Senior Salesforce Developer

Cognizant$95K — $110K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of Salesforce development experience with Apex and Lightning expertise.
  • 6+ years implementing Salesforce Sales Cloud and Service Cloud solutions.
  • 3+ years integrating Salesforce with external applications via REST and SOAP APIs.
  • Minimum 1 year supporting Insurance industry clients.
  • Strong understanding of Salesforce configuration vs. custom development design.
  • Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Salesforce Platform Developer I certification required.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and deploy Salesforce applications using Apex and Lightning Web Components.
  • Build and support solutions leveraging Salesforce Sales Cloud and Service Cloud.
  • Design and develop integrations with third-party systems using REST, SOAP, and Web Services APIs.
  • Collaborate with teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Participate in sprint planning and Agile delivery activities.
  • Ensure adherence to Salesforce development best practices and coding standards.
  • Troubleshoot application issues and support continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) with company contributions
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Programs
Full Job Description
Senior Salesforce Developer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Salesforce Developer to design, develop, and enhance Salesforce solutions supporting critical business operations within the Insurance domain. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Salesforce development, integrations, and Lightning technologies while collaborating closely with business and technical teams to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions.

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

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 inCincinnati, OH. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, test, and deploy Salesforce applications using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), and Salesforce platform capabilities.
  • Build and support business solutions leveraging Salesforce Sales Cloud and Service Cloud.
  • Design and develop integrations with third-party systems utilizing REST, SOAP, and Web Service APIs.
  • Collaborate with functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and Agile delivery activities.
  • Ensure adherence to Salesforce development best practices, coding standards, and platform governance.
  • Provide effort estimates for development, testing, and implementation activities.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve application issues while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications
  • 6+ years of Salesforce development experience with hands-on expertise in Apex and Lightning.
  • 6+ years of experience implementing Salesforce Sales Cloud and Service Cloud solutions.
  • 3+ years of experience integrating Salesforce with external applications using REST and SOAP APIs.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience supporting Insurance industry clients.
  • Strong understanding of Salesforce configuration versus custom development design decisions.
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with onshore, offshore, and cross-functional teams.
  • Salesforce Platform Developer I certification required.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Salesforce Administrator certification.
  • Salesforce Integration Architect certification.
  • Experience with enterprise-scale Salesforce implementations.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $95,000 and $110,000, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

This role is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program based on performance, in addition to a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Cognizant offers a competitive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) with company contributions
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Programs

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About Cognizant

TriZetto is Powering Integrated Healthcare Management. With technology solutions touching more than half the U.S. population today, TriZetto is uniquely positioned to drive the convergence of core benefit administration, care management and constituent engagement. TriZetto provides premier information technology solutions that enable payers and other constituents in the healthcare supply chain to improve the coordination of benefits and care for healthcare consumers.

Cognizant Careers

Join the vibrant team at Cognizant, a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process services. Cognizant is not just a company; it's a community where innovation, leadership, and diversity are valued and where every team member is encouraged to thrive.

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At Cognizant, we are dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses — not just for today but for the future. This commitment to growth and sustainability is what makes Cognizant a unique place to advance your career.

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Cognizant is committed to the professional growth of its employees. With access to cutting-edge training, leadership programs, and diversity initiatives, you can build a career that’s equipped for the demands of tomorrow’s business landscape.

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Learn more about Cognizant
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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