Cognizant

Senior .NET Lead

Cognizant$81K — $141K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of software development experience with C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core, ASP.NET Core, and ASP.NET MVC
  • 3+ years in a technical lead or senior lead role managing development teams
  • Strong experience with Angular (v13-v16), JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and jQuery
  • Hands-on experience with Microservices Architecture and RESTful APIs
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server for database design and optimization
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services and security best practices
  • Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of scalable enterprise applications using .NET technologies
  • Architect and develop microservices and RESTful APIs for business-critical applications
  • Design and optimize SQL Server databases and queries to enhance performance
  • Develop responsive web interfaces with Angular, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS
  • Leverage Microsoft Azure services for cloud-native application deployment
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions

Benefits

  • 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
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior .NET Lead to drive the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-scale applications. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, Angular, Azure Cloud, SQL Server, and Microservices Architecture. This role requires hands-on technical leadership, architectural decision-making, mentoring developers, collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality software delivery across the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

In this role, you will:
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable enterprise applications using ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, C#, .NET Framework, and Angular (v13-v16).
• Architect and develop modern microservices-based solutions and RESTful APIs to support business-critical applications.
• Design and optimize SQL Server databases, queries, stored procedures, and data models to improve application performance and reporting accuracy.
• Develop responsive and user-friendly web interfaces using Angular, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and jQuery.
• Leverage Microsoft Azure services including App Services, Storage, Identity Management, and Security capabilities for cloud-native application deployment.
• Collaborate with product owners, business stakeholders, QA teams, and solution architects to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Work model

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Raleigh NC. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though 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.

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 software development experience with strong expertise in C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core, ASP.NET Core, and ASP.NET MVC.
• 3+ years of experience in a technical lead or senior lead role managing development teams and technical delivery.
• Strong experience with Angular (v13-v16), JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and jQuery.
• Hands-on experience designing and developing Microservices Architecture and RESTful APIs.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, including database design, stored procedures, query optimization, and performance tuning.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services, deployment, monitoring, and security best practices.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, source control systems, and release management.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $ 81337 to $ 141500 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.

About Cognizant

TriZetto is Powering Integrated Healthcare Management. With technology solutions touching more than half the U.S. population today, TriZetto is uniquely positioned to drive the convergence of core benefit administration, care management and constituent engagement. TriZetto provides premier information technology solutions that enable payers and other constituents in the healthcare supply chain to improve the coordination of benefits and care for healthcare consumers.

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Learn more about Cognizant
Size
340,400 employees
Market Cap
$28.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$16.6 billion
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