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Technical Lead (.NET / Angular / Azure)

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Technical Lead (.NET / Angular / Azure)

Location: Edinburgh Employment Type: Full-time Employee

About the Role

As a Technical Lead (.NET / Angular / Azure), you will make an impact by designing, developing, and delivering scalable cloud-native applications that support critical business operations. You will be a valued member of our Engineering team and work collaboratively with architects, product owners, and cross-functional stakeholders to build secure, high-performing, and innovative solutions that drive real business value.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-grade cloud-native applications using .NET, Angular, and Microsoft Azure, while driving application modernisation and migration to microservices architectures.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to development teams, setting and upholding best practices, coding standards, and quality benchmarks.
  • Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient Azure-based solutions, leveraging services such as App Services, Azure Functions, Azure APIM, and Azure DevOps.
  • Collaborate with architects, product owners, and stakeholders to define technical solutions, estimate effort, and deliver high-quality software on time.
  • Champion Agile ways of working, DevOps adoption, CI/CD automation, and continuous improvement across the engineering function.

What You Need to Have to Be Considered

  • Strong hands-on experience in .NET Core / .NET Framework, C#, ASP.NET MVC / Web API, and Angular, with a proven ability to deliver enterprise-grade applications.
  • Extensive expertise in designing and developing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures in cloud-native environments.
  • Proven experience with Microsoft Azure services including App Services, Azure Functions, Azure APIM, and Azure DevOps.
  • Strong knowledge of SQL Server, including database design, optimisation, and performance tuning.
  • Solid understanding of security best practices, authentication/authorisation mechanisms, and application monitoring.
  • A degree or equivalent relevant practical experience.

Additional eligibility requirements:

· Candidates must currently reside in the UK.

  • Candidates must be available to start within 4 weeks of receiving an offer.

These Will Help You Stand Out

  • Experience with modern software development practices including Agile, CI/CD pipelines, Git, and automated testing frameworks.
  • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Azure infrastructure management tools.
  • Exposure to application performance monitoring tools and observability platforms.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.


Qualifications

  • Exhibit strong proficiency in Net Framework and C sharp with extensive experience building large scale enterprise applications for financial or insurance organizations
  • Demonstrate deep expertise in SQL Server including schema design performance tuning indexing and writing complex queries that handle large volumes of transactional data
  • Show solid experience with Azure services such as web apps functions storage and monitoring tools to build resilient and observable cloud hosted applications
  • Apply practical skills in JavaScript and modern front end approaches to create responsive and accessible user interfaces that streamline insurance operations
  • Utilize detailed knowledge of Life and Annuities Insurance products policy lifecycle billing and claims workflows to design solutions that align with industry practices
  • Combine analytical thinking and problem solving skills to diagnose issues across application layers and propose clear and sustainable technical resolutions
  • Use experience in hybrid work setups and agile methodologies to collaborate effectively with dispersed teams while maintaining strong ownership of deliverables

About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Things to know before you apply

  • Work authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
  • Accommodations: If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
  • AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications more efficiently. Our team performs additional human review and ultimately decides who moves forward in our hiring process.
  • Open position: Unless otherwise stated, this job posting is for an open position on our team.
  • Language proficiency: 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.
  • Inclusion: 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.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

Our benefits program is built with you in mind—so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include financial education, a pension plan with matching contributions, etc.

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Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

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Your career, your way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities explore new technologies, industries and locations—and build the skills you need to grow your career.

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Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

Your path to Cognizant

Here’s what you can expect from our hiring process. Please keep in mind that it may vary by role and location. Explore our FAQs to learn more.

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Step 1: Apply to the right opportunity

Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.

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Step 2: Connect with your recruiter

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.

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Step 3: Show off your skills

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

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Step 4: Decision time

Our team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

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Cognizant is great for those wanting to make the world a better place, as we create solutions with top technology partners to address complex problems for our clients.
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I’m supported by motivational leaders who empower me to grow in my career through learning programs, industry conferences and internal job moves. I’m proud of the career progression I’m making here.
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The moment I joined Cognizant, I felt like I belonged. I was heard and empowered to challenge ideas—and I still am to this day.
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Cognizant has one of the best learning ecosystems you can ask for. From sponsored certifications to training platforms to mentorship, we have all that we need to grow.
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