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      In general good benefits and work environment with some downsides - Junior Software Engineer Cognizant Employee Review

      4.0
      May 23, 2019
      Junior software engineer
      Recommend
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      Pros

      For an IT company typical, you can expect benefits like fruits, free yoga classes and so on. Basically most of the benefits you can think of, are offered here. The best is actually the work environment. I truly like to go to work just because of the people. I also prefer to work onsite over working remotely. Most are really friendly, humorous and helpful. The work life balance is actually quite good. Of course, you have to look after yourself to not do too many overhours or not compensate them. But remote work is possible, flexible working times (from 10 to 16) but if you need to do something in between there's no problem to just compensate after.

      Cons

      Well, salaries are typical for Barcelona and therefore low compared to what software engineers are getting paid in other places. Even though they are working on their system of how someone can get promoted, it still has some downsides. In order to get promoted, you will have to achieve badges in which you have to proof your knowledge (through interviews, videos, demos etc.). It seems like an easy system to get promoted, but the amount of time you have to spend in your free time just to proof your knowledge can get quite high. They only pay certificates if you do an AEM certificate first. AEM is, if you don't get deeply involved (which most don't), pretty boring.

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      Cognizant Response
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      Thank you for taking the time to write your review, for highlighting the pros and your honesty in pointing out what can be improved. The employee evaluation and promotion process includes but is not exclusively based on attaining badges. Factors like performance, skills, contribution and organizational impact form part of the process. The badge system helps us evaluate specific skill sets and wherever needed, to support our employees in designing a training plan to improve or update their skills, so they can continue to grow. It also helps us evaluate the individual performance on specific skills, and assign people to projects where their expertise can be properly showcased. As an Adobe Global Alliance Partner, Netcentric works with the Adobe Experience Cloud technology, a suite of innovative products that help our clients meet the challenges of an evolving digital marketing world. We value all of our employees' thoughts, so please always feel free to reach out to your People Success Lead or Talent Management team with your feedback and concerns.

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      5.0
      Dec 15, 2025
      Senior software engineering manager
      Recommend
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      Pros

      1. Supportive leadership that values innovation and collaboration. 2, Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects (e.g., healthcare app redesign, Usage of AI, FHIR integration). 3. Strong focus on professional development and career growth. 4. Flexible work environment with great work-life balance. 5. Inclusive culture that encourages learning and sharing ideas.

      Cons

      Communication across large teams could be improved as projects scale.

      3.0
      Jun 17, 2026
      Marketing manager
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Cognizant can be a great place to work at. You have to be self-motivated and driven. You won't often be given a script on how to do your job well. But if you are willing to search for new opportunities, you will find success.

      Cons

      Just like many other tech companies, layoffs are happening all the time. This often brings many projects to a complete halt. Management never communicates when someone is laid off. And when they are laid off, they often never back fill positions, leaving existing team members working the equivalent of three jobs at once. Most teams there are skeleton crews, ensuring that they cannot reach their full potential.

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