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About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Dot Net Full-Stack Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable cloud-native applications. This role demands deep expertise in .NET Core, modern JavaScript frameworks, AWS services, and event-driven architecture using Apache Kafka. You will play a key role in shaping system architecture, driving technical decisions, and delivering high-performance solutions across distributed systems.

In this role, you will:

+ Design and build robust full-stack applications using .NET Core, C#, React.js/Angular, and AWS.

+ Architect and implement event-driven microservices leveraging Apache Kafka for real-time data streaming and asynchronous workflows.

+ Develop and integrate RESTful APIs with frontend components for seamless user experiences.

+ Participate in system architecture and design discussions to influence scalable and maintainable solutions.

+ Deploy, manage, and monitor cloud-native applications on AWS using ECS/EKS, Lambda, S3, API Gateway, DynamoDB, RDS, and other services.

+ Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of distributed systems.

+ Implement CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and AWS CodePipeline.

+ Apply automated testing practices to ensure code quality and reliability.

+ Utilize Docker for containerization and Git for version control.

Work model:

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2–3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL. 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

• Minimum 10 years of full-stack development experience across enterprise-grade applications

• Proven backend expertise in .NET Core / C#, Web APIs, and microservices architecture

• Strong frontend development skills using React.js and Angular

• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka, including producers, consumers, topics, partitions, and stream processing

• Solid understanding of event-driven architecture and distributed systems

• Proficiency in AWS cloud services including Lambda, ECS, EC2, S3, API Gateway, DynamoDB, RDS, CloudWatch, IAM, and Secrets Manager

• Deep knowledge of both SQL and NoSQL databases such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB

• Experience with Git, Docker, and CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions, CodePipeline, Jenkins

• Strong grasp of software architecture principles including SOLID, Domain-Driven Design (DDD), and Clean Architecture

This will help you stand out

• A track record of designing scalable, cloud-native applications in fast-paced environments

• Ability to lead architecture discussions and influence technical decisions

• Passion for automation, testing, and continuous integration

• Experience mentoring junior developers and collaborating across cross-functional teams

• A mindset focused on performance, security, and maintainability

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $63,000 to $99,500 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

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.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.