Lead Developer

We are looking for an experienced Lead Developer with strong expertise in Angular-based web development to lead the creation of high-performing, scalable front-end applications. This role requires deep proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, and hands-on experience with Angular UI. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with designers, back-end developers, and external services to deliver seamless, responsive, and visually optimized solutions. You will be responsible for building reusable components, ensuring clear dependency chains, and implementing advanced techniques for performance and SEO optimization. If you have a proven track record of delivering robust applications in an Agile environment, along with strong communication and leadership skills, we invite you to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Delivering a complete front end application Hands on Angular based Web development.
• Ensuring high performance on mobile and desktop Writing tested, idiomatic, and documented JavaScript, HTML and CSS.
• Coordinating the workflow between the graphic designer, the HTML coder, and yourself.
• Cooperating with the back-end developer in the process of building the RESTful API.
• Communicating with external web services Proficiency with JavaScript and HTML5.
• Creating self-contained, reusable, and testable modules and components Ensuring a clear dependency chain, in regard to the app logic as well as the file system.
• Ability to provide SEO solutions for single page apps.
• Extensive knowledge of CSS and JS methods for providing performant visual effects and keeping the framerate above 30fps at all times.
• Thorough understanding of the responsibilities of the platform, database, API, caching layer, proxies, and other web services used in the system.
• Validating user actions on the client side and providing responsive feedback.
• Writing non-blocking code, and resorting to advanced techniques such as multi-threading, when needed.
• Creating custom, general use modules and components which extend the elements and modules of core AngularJS.

Qualifications:

• Must have Experience with JavaScript.
• Experience with Angular UI.
• Experience with HTML / CSS.
• Should have experience in AWS.
• Delivering a complete front end application.
• Hands on Angular based Web development.
• Ensuring high performance on mobile and desktop Writing tested, idiomatic, and documented JavaScript, HTML and CSS.
• Coordinating the workflow between the graphic designer, the HTML coder, and yourself.
• Cooperating with the back-end developer in the process of building the RESTful API Communicating with external web services.
• Proficiency with JavaScript and HTML5.
• Professional, precise communication skills.
• Deep knowledge of AngularJS practices and commonly used modules based on extensive work experience.
• Creating self-contained, reusable, and testable modules and components.
• Ensuring a clear dependency chain, in regard to the app logic as well as the file system.
• Ability to provide SEO solutions for single page apps Extensive knowledge of CSS and JS methods for providing performant visual effects and keeping the framerate above 30fps at all times.
• Thorough understanding of the responsibilities of the platform, database, API, caching layer, proxies, and other web services used in the system.
• Validating user actions on the client side and providing responsive feedback.
• Writing non-blocking code, and resorting to advanced techniques such as multi-threading, when needed.
• Creating custom, general use modules and components which extend the elements and modules of core AngularJS.

Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Salary Range: $80,000 – $140,000 annually

Application Deadline: December 30th, 2025

Location: Fort Mill - SC USA

Compensation & Benefits
This position is eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to applicable plans.

Benefits include:

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

401(k) plan with contributions

Long-term and 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.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

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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Disclaimer:
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.