Encounter Data Manager (EDM) Developer

As a Senior EDM Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting healthcare data solutions leveraging the EDM platform. You will be a valued member of the healthcare technology team and work collaboratively with business stakeholders, architects, developers, analysts, and operations teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and efficient healthcare solutions.

In this role, you will:

Design, develop, enhance, and maintain applications and data solutions within the EDM healthcare platform.

Analyze business requirements and implement solutions across healthcare domains including Claims, Encounters, Enrollment, and Provider data.

Develop and optimize database objects, SQL queries, stored procedures, SSIS packages, and automation scripts.

Support EDM platform integrations and ensure data accuracy, consistency, and performance across systems.

Troubleshoot and resolve application, database, batch processing, and data-related issues in production and non-production environments.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application enhancements, testing, deployments, and releases.

Manage source code using Git-based branching, merging, and version control best practices.

Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the development lifecycle.

Work model

Remote

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role''s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you''re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured, we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Strong hands-on experience developing and supporting solutions within the EDM healthcare platform.

Strong knowledge of EDM UI components and EDM data model architecture.

Experience working within healthcare domains including Claims, Encounters, Enrollment, and Provider data.

Experience supporting Medicare and Medicaid plans, products, and related business processes.

Strong proficiency in SQL, SSIS, Stored Procedures, and PowerShell scripting.

Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex application, database, and data processing issues.

Experience using Git for source code management, branching, and merging.

Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and best practices.

These will help you stand out

Experience with Control-M or other enterprise scheduling and workload automation tools.

Strong understanding of healthcare payer operations and data workflows.

Experience designing scalable healthcare data integration solutions.

Knowledge of data warehousing, ETL processes, and performance optimization techniques.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Applicants will be accepted till 09/30/2026

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

• Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

The annual salary for this position will be in the range of $99K - $114K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate

This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, 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

We''re excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don''t hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

About Cognizant:

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization's unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Additional employment information

Compensation 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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India.