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Cognizant Software Engineer Reviews

Updated 1 Mar, 2025
Overall Rating
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3.8/5
based on 1k reviews

Rating distribution

Category Ratings

3.7

Work-life balance

3.7

Skill development

3.6

Company culture

3.4

Job security

3.4

Salary

3.4

Work satisfaction

3.1

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Workplace insights

Hybrid

Hybrid

85% employees reported

Monday to Friday

Monday to Friday

90% employees reported

Flexible timing

Flexible timing

71% employees reported

No travel

No travel

70% employees reported

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3.9
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Rated by Women

309 reviews

3.8
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671 reviews

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3.9
 Hyderabad / Secunderabad

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 Chennai

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Is Cognizant a good place to work for Software Engineers?
The experience of working at any company can vary based on factors like team, manager, role, company policy etc. However, with an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5 from over 1k employee reviews, it's clear that most software engineers have an average experience working at Cognizant. Work-life balance holds the highest rating at 3.7, while career growth is rated the lowest amongst all factors at 3.1. Read reviews about work-life balance and career growth on AmbitionBox.
Does Cognizant pay their Software Engineers well?
According to AmbitionBox reviews, Cognizant software engineers rate their salary and benefits at 3.4 out of 5, based on 1k reviews. The rating reflects an average level of satisfaction among employees regarding compensation and benefits, indicating that while employees find the compensation and benefits acceptable, there is room for improvement in these areas. You can know more about Cognizant's software engineers salaries here and to read reviews specifically about salary and benefits at Cognizant for software engineers, click here .
How is the work culture at Cognizant for Software Engineers?
Work culture at Cognizant for software engineers is rated 3.6 out of 5 by 1k employees on AmbitionBox, indicating an average environment. Work culture encompasses aspects like collaboration, support, and overall employee satisfaction. The rating reflects that while some aspects of the work culture are satisfactory, there is room for improvement in certain areas.To read reviews specifically about work culture at Cognizant for software engineers, click here .
How is the job security at Cognizant for Software Engineers?
Based on 1k reviews on AmbitionBox, Cognizant's software engineers rate job security at 3.4 out of 5. This lower rating indicates that a significant number of employees may have concerns about their job stability and the reliability of their roles at Cognizant. To read reviews about job security at Cognizant for software engineers, click here .
Is work from home available to Software Engineers at Cognizant?
According to AmbitionBox, 3% of Cognizant's software engineers work from home permanently, 12% work from the office, and 85% follow a hybrid model, based on 178 reviews in the last 6 months. This reflects a flexible approach to work arrangements. To read reviews specifically about work-life balance, click here.
How do I get a job at Cognizant as a Software Engineer?
To get a job at Cognizant as a Software Engineer, start by browsing the current open positions here and apply for roles that align with your skills and interests. It’s crucial to tailor your resume and cover letter to highlight relevant experience. Additionally, research top Cognizant interview questions and practice your responses to prepare thoroughly.

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Cognizant Software Engineer Salary
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₹2 L/yr - ₹14.6 L/yr
5% less than the average Software Engineer Salary in India
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