Senior Full-Stack Developer .NET Core, Kafka, AWS

Full-Stack Developer

We're looking for a seasoned Full-Stack Developer with deep expertise in .NET Core, modern JavaScript frameworks, and AWS cloud services. This role is ideal for someone passionate about building scalable, event-driven systems and contributing to architectural decisions in a dynamic environment.

In this role, you will:

• Design and implement robust full-stack applications using .NET Core, React.js/Angular, and AWS.
• Build and maintain event-driven microservices leveraging Apache Kafka for real-time data streaming.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs with frontend components.
• Deploy and monitor cloud-native applications using AWS services such as ECS/EKS, Lambda, S3, API Gateway, DynamoDB, and RDS.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and automated testing to ensure high-quality releases.
• Participate in system architecture and design discussions to influence technical direction.

Work model:

This is a hybrid role based in Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL, offering a blend of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration. You'll work onsite as needed for team alignment, project milestones, or client engagements, while enjoying the autonomy to contribute remotely on a regular basis.

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.

Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.

What you need to have to be considered:

• 10+ years of full-stack development experience.
• Strong backend expertise in .NET Core / C#, Web APIs, and microservices.
• Solid frontend development skills using React.js and Angular.
• Proficiency with Apache Kafka, including producers, consumers, topics, partitions, and stream processing.
• Experience building distributed systems with event-driven architecture.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services: Lambda, ECS, EC2, S3, API Gateway, DynamoDB/RDS, CloudWatch, IAM, and Secrets Manager.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with Git, Docker, and CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions, CodePipeline, Jenkins.
• Deep understanding of software architecture principles such as SOLID, DDD, and Clean Architecture.

This will help you stand out:

• Proven track record of designing scalable cloud-native applications.
• Experience in legacy modernization or migration to microservices.
• Thought leadership in architecture forums or technical communities.
• Certifications in AWS or .NET technologies.

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position is between $55,350 to $82,000 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.

What we offer:

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

About us Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Other employment-related information 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, provincial 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 with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.