Senior Software Engineer

Location: Cracow Work Model: Hybrid (3 days/week in the office) At Cognizant, we help global companies transform their digital capabilities. For this role, you will work directly from our client’s office in Kraków, joining a team responsible for business‑critical internal applications. This position is ideal for a strong Senior Engineer who wants to grow into a Team Lead and take on more ownership, mentoring, and decision‑making responsibilities.   About the Role We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with solid experience in Python, Angular, and cloud‑based environments, who is ready to step into a leadership‑oriented role. You will combine hands‑on engineering with guiding developers, improving processes, and ensuring the stability and performance of key applications.   Key Responsibilities Technical Ownership • Develop and support Angular applications (Angular CLI, RxJS, component architecture) and backend logic in Python. • Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across frontend, backend, and Linux/Unix environments. • Maintain and optimize cloud‑deployed applications (GCP, serverless). • Support CI/CD, testing (Jasmine/Karma), and infrastructure operations. Leadership and collaboration • Act as a technical guide for developers; mentor team members on coding standards, troubleshooting, and best practices. • Lead support engineers and full‑stack developers across global teams. • Facilitate stand‑ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and cross‑team communication. • Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, shape roadmaps, and prioritize work. • Identify risks, manage escalations, and drive continuous service improvements. Product and operational excellence • Build deep product knowledge and understand business workflows. • Ensure deliverables meet SLAs and align with business goals. • Contribute to documentation, best practices, and operational governance.   Requirements • Degree in Computer Science/IT or equivalent experience. • Several years in software engineering, technical support, or technical leadership roles. • Strong skills in: Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Angular, RxJS • Linux/Unix, Bash • Relational & NoSQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Firebase) • GCP and serverless architectures • Networking fundamentals • Experience with CI/CD (GitLab, Jenkins), code reviews, SDLC, and Agile. • Strong communication skills and ability to work with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. • Leadership mindset — mentoring, guiding teams, managing workload, and driving improvements. • Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker) is a plus.   What We Offer • Private healthcare, life insurance, and cafeteria benefits • Training programs and certifications • Inclusive culture and volunteering opportunities • Employee referral program • Collaborative, innovative environment