Good company. However, don't expect much money! - Senior Java Developer Cognizant Employee Review

4.0
22 Dec 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Very good for those who is on Visa (H1/L1). They file GC too. Benefits are also good. Pay half of your medical (no its not free!)

Cons

Consider your actual half salary going to Cognizant. e.g. If they charge 100 to client, you will get 50.

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5.0
27 May 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Good projects, challenging work, lots to learn

Cons

The way the bench status is structured

3.0
3 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Cognizant offers good learning opportunities, broad project exposure, which makes it a solid place to build experience in consulting and large-scale delivery. It can be especially useful for career growth if you value skill development, global client work, and a structured corporate environment.

Cons

Cognizant’s main drawbacks are slower salary growth, uneven management quality. more process-heavy environment compared with product companies

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