About the role
As a .NET Architect / Lead Engineer, you will make an impact by designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise applications for global aviation clients. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with architects, developers, business stakeholders, and cloud engineering teams to drive modernization initiatives and technical excellence across the organization.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring Visa transfer or sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
In this role, you will:
Design and guide enterprise-scale solutions using C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core, WPF, and Microsoft Azure.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scalable application architectures and establish development best practices.
Lead technical decision-making to ensure high-quality, secure, and reliable software solutions.
Optimize application performance, scalability, and maintainability across enterprise platforms.
Support the development and modernization of mission-critical applications for global airline and aviation clients.
Ensure adherence to architecture standards, coding guidelines, and security requirements.
Evaluate and implement AI-driven solutions to improve engineering productivity and business outcomes.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship throughout the software development lifecycle.
Work model
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through 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 Atlanta, Georgia. 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
Strong experience developing enterprise applications using C#, .NET Framework, and .NET Core.
Hands-on experience designing, deploying, and supporting solutions in Microsoft Azure.
Experience building and maintaining desktop applications using WPF.
Proven expertise in application architecture, design patterns, and scalable distributed systems.
Knowledge of AI technologies and the ability to leverage AI-based solutions to improve productivity and efficiency.
Experience developing secure, reliable, and high-availability enterprise applications.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.
Experience within the travel industry, preferably supporting airline business processes and technology platforms.
These will help you stand out
Experience leading cloud transformation or application modernization initiatives.
Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment strategies.
Experience with microservices and cloud-native application architectures.
Microsoft Azure certifications.
Familiarity with airline operations, passenger services, reservations, or travel/aviation technology ecosystems.
Note: Certain roles may require candidates to attend in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project requirements.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is 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
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.
