What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior .NET/AWS Software Engineer position at Cognizant?
About The Role
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with experience in .NET Core, Python, AWS, and SQL Server to join our team. In this role, you will design, develop, and support enterprise applications across cloud and on-premises environments while collaborating with product, QA, DevOps, and business teams to deliver high-quality technology solutions.
In This Role, You Will
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position open to qualified applicants in Mountain View, CA, requesting 3 days per week at Cognizant’s or Client’s office. 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
Important Disclaimers
The annual salary for this position will be between $120,000 to $141,500 per year depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Applications will be received by August 16th, 2026.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with experience in .NET Core, Python, AWS, and SQL Server to join our team. In this role, you will design, develop, and support enterprise applications across cloud and on-premises environments while collaborating with product, QA, DevOps, and business teams to deliver high-quality technology solutions.
In This Role, You Will
- Develop and maintain applications using .NET Core, Python, AWS, and SQL Server.
- Design and support scalable backend services and APIs.
- Build and enhance cloud-based and on-premises solutions.
- Collaborate with product, QA, DevOps, and business teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
- Write clean, maintainable, and secure code following engineering best practices.
- Participate in testing, deployment, and production support activities.
- Troubleshoot and resolve application and database issues.
- Contribute to CI/CD, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives. }
- Utilize AI-powered development tools to improve productivity and code quality.
- Support application performance, reliability, and scalability.
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position open to qualified applicants in Mountain View, CA, requesting 3 days per week at Cognizant’s or Client’s office. 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
- 5 years of strong hands-on experience in software development using .NET Core and related Microsoft technologies.
- Experience developing applications using AWS cloud services.
- Strong programming experience with Python.
- Experience working with SQL Server, including database design, query optimization, and performance tuning.
- Experience developing and supporting applications across both cloud and on-premises environments.
- Experience designing and developing scalable backend services and APIs.
- Familiarity with software development best practices, code quality standards, and application lifecycle management.
- Experience troubleshooting, debugging, and supporting production applications.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in an Agile delivery environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Experience within financial services, asset management, or wealth management environments.
- Familiarity with AI-powered development tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar AI agents.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and cloud automation.
- Knowledge of containerization technologies and modern cloud deployment approaches.
- Experience building intelligent automation, AI-enabled solutions, or data-driven applications.
- Experience working in client-facing environments and collaborating with distributed teams.
Important Disclaimers
- Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.**
- Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future**
The annual salary for this position will be between $120,000 to $141,500 per year depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Applications will be received by August 16th, 2026.
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.
Salary : $120,000 - $141,500