Geospatial Web Developer – Angular & Open Source Mapping

Overview

We are seeking a versatile and skilled developer to join our team working on innovative web applications with geospatial and mapping functionality. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks and geospatial technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain web applications using Angular 14+, JavaScript, and NodeJS.
• Design, query, and optimize relational data using PostgreSQL databases.
• Integrate and utilize open-source geospatial libraries such as Leaflet, and mapping APIs including Google Maps API and Earth Engine API.
• Build and enhance spatial solutions using ArcGIS technologies.
• Collaborate with team members, including product owners, designers, and other developers, to deliver high-quality features.
• (Optional) Participate in DevOps practices for CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and Angular (version 14 or newer) for building rich, interactive front-end solutions.
• Working knowledge of NodeJS for backend or API development.
• Experience with PostgreSQL database design and management, including complex queries.
• Practical experience with Leaflet, Google Maps API, or Earth Engine API for web mapping and spatial analysis.
• Proven development experience with ArcGIS technology, tools, or APIs.
• Familiarity with open-source web mapping, spatial data, and GIS concepts.
• Strong in Angular (70%) and ReactJS (30%).
• Hands-on Leaflet libraries.
• Integrate and utilize open-source geospatial libraries such as Leaflet, as well as mapping APIs including Google Maps API and Earth Engine API.
• Good to have ESRI exposure.
• OpenSource is mandatory given the landscape that the client works in and ESRI would be good-to-have.

Good to Have

• Experience implementing or contributing to DevOps pipelines and automation (CI/CD tools, scripting, containers).
• Knowledge of full application lifecycle (from code to deployment).
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Salary, Benefits & Application

• The annual salary for this position is between $115K - $130K depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
• This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
• Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
• Application accepted till 10/30/2025