Increments doesn't exist while management rewards themselves - Prefer Not to State Cognizant Employee Review

1.0
30 Apr 2026
Recommend
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Pros

For laterals good hike is provided

Cons

1 increment in past 3 years that too 2-3%. Company reporting profits by delaying/cancelling merit pay raises to employees and charging clients incremental fees. CEO and troop rewarded themselves with handsome hikes in the same period. Layoffs are being pushed under disguise of AI. In reality they are hiring freshers at cheaper cost nothing to do with AI capabilities. Automations executed are pathetic, for simple issue it takes 3-4 days to get resolved. Management has god syndrome with below average talent

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5.0
15 Dec 2025
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
17 Jun 2026
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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