Cognizant’s Digital Engineering practice is seeking a highly qualified Lead .Net Developer with experience developing and building high-performing, scalable, enterprise applications. You will be part of a digital software team that works on high-demand applications. Our engineers have a passion for high-quality, reliable and maintainable code. You will work side by side with product managers, designers, and clients, making decisions together in order to quickly deliver valuable working software to clients and their users. Our engineers are agile and retrospective, and not afraid to identify what we’re doing wrong, so we can fix it, and what we’re doing right, so we can improve on it. Above all, we judge success by the success of our team and the happiness of our customers. Cognizant Digital Engineering If you’re like us, you’ve got big ideas. At Cognizant, we’re exploring new ideas every day. We help industry leading companies reinvent their business models and innovate products that create new value—by connecting people with things, insights and experiences. Cognizant digital engineering designs, engineers and delivers digital products and experiences that drive digital-first business models. We offer the most comprehensive digital engineering expertise and client-centric methodology for sustainable innovation. Location: Westlake, California You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. Cognizant will not sponsor H-1B or other U.S. work authorization for this role.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Sr. Software Engineer with 10 to 13 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in SQL Server C# SQL Azure and .Net Framework along with domain experience in the Process Manufacturing Industry. This hybrid role requires a strong technical background and the ability to work effectively in a day shift. No travel is required.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain software applications using SQL Server C# SQL Azure and .Net Framework to meet business requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design implement and test software solutions. Ensure the performance quality and responsiveness of applications by identifying and resolving bottlenecks and bugs. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers to foster their growth and development. Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and ensure adherence to best practices. Work closely with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements translating them into technical specifications. Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline the software development process. Monitor and optimize application performance to ensure high availability and scalability. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve software development practices. Develop and maintain documentation for software applications including design specifications user guides and release notes. Collaborate with QA teams to ensure thorough testing and validation of software applications. Provide support and troubleshooting for production issues ensuring timely resolution and minimal impact on business operations. Contribute to the overall success of the company by delivering high-quality software solutions that drive business value and enhance customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

Possess a Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related field. Have extensive experience with SQL Server C# SQL Azure and .Net Framework. Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model. Exhibit excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams. Show a deep understanding of the Process Manufacturing Industry and its specific requirements. Have a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions on time and within budget. Be familiar with CI/CD pipelines and best practices for software development and deployment. Display a commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends and technologies. Possess strong analytical skills and the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Have experience with performance monitoring and optimization techniques. Be capable of providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers. Demonstrate the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Show a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues in a timely manner. Travel: 0-5% Why Choose Cognizant? It takes a lot to succeed in today’s fast-paced market, and Cognizant Technology Solutions has become a leader in the industry. We love big ideas and even bigger dreams! We stand out because we put human experiences at the core. Our associates enjoy robust benefits and training opportunities from our industry-recognized, award-winning Academy team. You will have access to hundreds of technical trainings to keep your skillsets fresh and have opportunities to acquire certifications on the newest technologies. Everything we do at Cognizant we do with passion—for our clients (fortune 100 companies), our communities, and our organization. It’s the defining attribute that we look for in our people. If you love ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you! About Cognizant Digital Engineering Well-designed software transcends digital technology, going beyond the fulfillment of basic requirements to focus instead on human needs. Within Cognizant Digital Engineering, we help clients develop software products that transform human insights into tangible, production-ready digital solutions. We also work with our clients to scale their native cloud applications. Using insights from the lived experiences of our consumers, we seamlessly replace traditional service strategies with engaging, precise, and direct digital applications. Designing phenomenal software is vital to success in the digital economy—and we understand that a human-centric approach is key to this design. www.cognizant.com NASDAQ: CTSH #LI-VB1

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