Hiring AWS Cognito developers? Then you should know!
How and where is AWS Cognito used?
- Authentication and Authorization: Secure user sign-up and sign-in
- User Profile Management: Store and manage user profile data
- Multi-Factor Authentication: Add an extra layer of security
- Password Recovery: Allow users to reset passwords easily
- Social Identity Integration: Enable login with social media accounts
- Single Sign-On: Provide seamless access to multiple applications
- Access Control for APIs: Control access to APIs
- Secure Web and Mobile Applications: Enhance security for apps
- Customizable User Pools: Tailor user pools to specific needs
- Compliance with Data Regulations: Meet data protection requirements
Compare Junior, Middle, Senior, and Expert/Team Lead AWS Cognito Developer roles
Seniority Name | Years of experience | Responsibilities and activities | Average salary (USD/year) |
---|---|---|---|
Junior | 0-2 years |
| 50,000 |
Middle | 3-5 years |
| 80,000 |
Senior | 6-8 years |
| 110,000 |
Expert/Team Lead | 9+ years |
| 150,000 |
Quick Facts about AWS Cognito.
- Created in 2014 by AWS, Cognito offers authentication & authorization functionalities.
- Popular among mobile app developers for user authentication & data synchronization.
- Entry threshold for using AWS Cognito is relatively low due to its managed service nature.
- AWS Lambda is a commonly used complementary technology with AWS Cognito.
- Fun Fact: AWS Cognito got its name from the Latin word “cognitio,” meaning knowledge.
TOP AWS Cognito Related Technologies
- Amazon Cognito User Pools
- AWS Amplify
- Amazon Cognito Sync
- AWS Mobile SDK
- AWS Lambda
What are top AWS Cognito instruments and tools?
- AWS Amplify Console: Hosting for full stack serverless web apps
- Cognito User Pools: Securely manage user sign-up and sign-in
- Cognito Sync: Synchronize user data across devices
- Amazon Cognito Identity: Securely connect to backend services
Talk to Our Talent Expert
Our journey starts with a 30-min discovery call to explore your project challenges, technical needs and team diversity.
Maria Lapko
Global Partnership Manager