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

Senior Dot Net Full-Stack Engineer

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 23 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.

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.