Varied based on project - Associate Software Engineer Cognizant Employee Review

3.0
Jul 20, 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The entire experience at Cognizant varies based on the project you are working on, but it seems like the company is a large-scale recruiting firm with tech services as a mask because we are just shipped off to the contract work that in-house people wouldn't like to do. The internal project I had was amazing, along with the team and the management. Training is provided so that's nice

Cons

Terrible contract work Overworked Underpaid Weekends, nights, no time is off-time

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5.0
Jul 8, 2026
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Pros

Variety of technology stack and project and lot of learning options.

Cons

Limited remort working oppertunity around.

1.0
Jul 13, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

None, run dont even consider them

Cons

"India-first mentality." The company says it wants to work with people across the Americas and Europe, but many decisions still seem to follow an Indian way of operating without properly considering local labor laws, regulations, and workplace expectations. There are serious concerns about job stability. The company frequently praises itself for creating employment opportunities, but at the same time, it appears to be bringing more employees from India into U.S. roles while letting go of people from the Americas and Europe who have contributed to the company. This creates uncertainty and raises questions about the company's commitment to its existing workforce. Every meeting seems to be focused on AI : AI this, AI that, AI everywhere. Employees are constantly asked to complete AI related training and adapt to AI initiatives, while at the same time letting people go so they can afford AI. Compensation is another area that needs improvement. After my contributions and time with the company, my last salary increase was only $20, which felt extremely discouraging and showed a lack of appreciation for employees' efforts.

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