Front End Developer, E-Commerce

About The Company
Cognizant is a leading global professional services company specializing in digital, technology, consulting, and operations services. Renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence, Cognizant partners with clients across various industries to deliver transformative solutions that drive business growth and operational efficiency. With a strong emphasis on fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, Cognizant strives to create an environment where talent can thrive and contribute to meaningful projects worldwide. The company's culture promotes continuous learning, collaboration, and agility, ensuring it remains at the forefront of technological advancements and industry trends.

About The Role
As an E-commerce Front End Developer at Cognizant, you will serve as the primary point of contact for all front-end development activities related to our e-commerce platforms. You will play a vital role in designing, developing, and optimizing user interfaces that enhance customer experience and drive engagement. Working closely with management, design, backend, and client teams, you will ensure seamless integration of UI components, uphold design standards, and implement best practices in front-end development. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the digital shopping experience, contribute to innovative UI solutions, and lead efforts in user experience optimization. The position is remote, reflecting our commitment to flexible work arrangements, and is suitable for candidates who are self-motivated, collaborative, and passionate about creating impactful e-commerce solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant work experience in front-end development
• Proficiency in and frameworks, including Hooks, Redux, and Saga
• Experience with , CMS component integration, API consumption, SSR/CSR rendering, middleware, and logging
• Strong knowledge of version control tools such as Git and SourceTree
• Familiarity with deployment processes and API testing tools like Postman
• Experience with unit testing frameworks such as JEST, including writing test scripts and analyzing code coverage
• Proficiency in responsive UI development using Bootstrap CSS framework and MDB library, ensuring cross-browser compatibility across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
• Deep understanding of eCommerce platforms, commercial offerings, and frontend architecture
• Knowledge of SEO best practices, Google Tag Manager, and A/B testing (preferred)
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to lead UI/UX development efforts and mentor team members

Responsibilities

• Analyze UI issues, identify root causes, and develop effective action plans to resolve them
• Conduct code reviews and facilitate regular meetings with offshore teams to ensure quality and alignment
• Estimate UI development efforts and manage project timelines effectively
• Provide guidance to UI teams on UX/UI development approaches and best practices
• Collaborate with client teams, design, backend, and frontend development teams to ensure cohesive project delivery
• Coordinate with partners and vendors to achieve business goals and optimize user experience
• Lead all user experience and design projects, including creating information architecture, wireframes, personas, and user journeys for the direct-to-consumer experience
• Establish and communicate effective design processes rooted in Design Thinking and user-centered design techniques
• Incorporate customer feedback continuously to maintain design excellence across the eCommerce platform
• Drive iterative user interaction and experience improvements in collaboration with third-party agencies and internal teams
• Diagnose and resolve conversion challenges promptly, partnering with external agencies and development teams
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshoot complex technical issues during project delivery
• Maintain clear and professional communication with clients and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage
• Paid holidays and paid time off to support work-life balance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan allowing participation in company ownership
• Supportive wellbeing programs promoting health and wellness

Equal Opportunity

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.