Advance Your API Career | Cognizant Senior Developer – APIGEE & GCP
Join Cognizant as a Senior Developer – Master APIGEE, DevOps, and Google Cloud in BFS Domain
Cognizant, a global leader in digital transformation and technology services, is looking for an experienced Senior Developer with 6 to 8 years of hands-on experience in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), APIGEE, and DevOps to join its growing team in Bangalore, India. This full-time, work-from-office opportunity involves building robust API solutions for commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products within the Banking, Financial Services (BFS), and Asset & Wealth Management domains.
This is a day-shift position with no travel, designed for professionals eager to work on enterprise-grade platforms, leverage cloud capabilities, and modernize integration architectures through APIGEE technologies.
Job Overview
As a Senior Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining APIs using APIGEE, ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performance integrations. You’ll also be expected to implement best DevOps practices, lead service testing initiatives, and drive the full API lifecycle on the Google Cloud Platform.
Your work will contribute to accelerating digital initiatives across BFS clients by improving connectivity, data flow, and service accessibility via modern APIs.
Key Responsibilities
- API Development & Maintenance: Build and maintain RESTful APIs using APIGEE to support seamless integrations across internal and external platforms.
- APIGEE Ecosystem Implementation: Lead the implementation and optimization of APIGEE API Hub, APIGEE Hybrid, APIGEE OPDK, and APIGEE X.
- REST / API Service Testing: Perform rigorous functional and performance testing of API services to ensure uptime, stability, and data integrity.
- DevOps Integration: Utilize DevOps pipelines and best practices to streamline CI/CD workflows for faster, safer deployments.
- Cloud Deployment: Leverage Google Cloud Platform services for scalable and efficient application hosting and management.
- Developer Portal Management: Manage the APIGEE Developer Portal to improve developer experience and promote API discoverability.
- Security & Compliance: Implement security best practices, API policies, traffic monitoring, and token-based access controls.
- Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, business analysts, architects, and QA teams to deliver technically sound, user-centric API solutions.
- Documentation: Author and maintain technical documents including API specifications (OpenAPI/Swagger), design artifacts, and operational guides.
- Code Reviews & Quality Assurance: Participate in code reviews to enforce quality, consistency, and maintainability across the codebase.
- Technical Troubleshooting: Provide timely support and issue resolution related to API integration and deployment challenges.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay current with new APIGEE, GCP, and DevOps tools and contribute innovative ideas to strengthen the API ecosystem.
Required Qualifications
- Experience: 6 to 8 years of relevant development experience with a strong focus on API platforms and cloud services.
- APIGEE Mastery: Deep working knowledge of APIGEE Hybrid, APIGEE X, OPDK, and API Hub.
- GCP Skills: Proficiency with core Google Cloud services and GCP deployment models.
- DevOps Tools: Practical experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, and automated testing frameworks.
- REST APIs: Proven expertise in developing, documenting, and managing RESTful services.
- Developer Portals: Familiarity with APIGEE Developer Portal and APIGEE Edge.
- Domain Knowledge: Understanding of BFS and Asset & Wealth Management-specific APIs and compliance requirements.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to troubleshoot issues and make sound technical decisions under pressure.
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field.
- Communication & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.
- Adaptability: Enthusiastic learner who keeps up with API management, cloud innovation, and DevOps trends.
Why Cognizant?
At Cognizant, innovation meets opportunity. We offer a thriving, collaborative culture where creativity and performance go hand in hand. As part of our team, you’ll gain access to:
- A Global Workforce: Collaborate with over 300,000 professionals across 65 countries.
- Next-Gen Tools: Work with the latest technologies in cloud computing, API integration, and DevOps.
- Structured Growth Paths: Upskill through certifications, mentorships, and leadership development programs.
- Client Diversity: Contribute to high-impact BFS projects with global financial institutions.
- Inclusive Environment: Thrive in a workplace that respects individual contributions and promotes diversity.
- Recognition & Rewards: Be part of a company consistently ranked among the World’s Most Admired Companies and Forbes Best Employers.
About Cognizant
Cognizant is a premier professional services company transforming clients’ operations, technology, and business models for the digital era. Headquartered in the U.S. and listed on the NASDAQ-100, we use a consultative approach and deep industry expertise to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Our commitment to doing what’s right—by our clients, our people, our communities, and our planet—has made us a trusted name in the global IT landscape.
Job Details Snapshot
- Job Title: Senior Developer – APIGEE, DevOps, GCP
- Location: Bangalore, India
- Work Model: Work from Office
- Shift: Day Shifts
- Travel: No travel required
- Job Category: Technology & Engineering
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Date Posted: May 13, 2025
Equal Opportunity Employer
Cognizant is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all individuals can succeed.