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Full Stack Lead (React /.NET)

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Full Stack Lead (React /.NET)

Location: Long Beach, California (Remote allowed)

About the role

As a Full Stack Lead, you will make an impact by leading technical delivery, application modernization, and release management efforts across multiple business-critical healthcare applications. You will be a valued member of the engineering team, working closely with client stakeholders, development teams, product owners, and release management teams to drive high-quality software delivery and continuous improvement.

*Please note that this position is not eligible for visa transfer or sponsorship now or at any time in the future*

In this role, you will:

  • Provide technical leadership and delivery oversight for a cross-functional Agile pod supporting multiple enterprise applications.
  • Lead the management and prioritization of application backlog, technical debt remediation, and platform enhancements.
  • Coordinate application releases and deployments, partnering with release management teams to ensure successful production implementations.
  • Serve as the primary technical liaison between Cognizant and client engineering teams, driving collaboration and issue resolution.
  • Guide development activities across front-end and back-end technologies, ensuring adherence to engineering best practices.
  • Oversee code quality, security compliance, and vulnerability remediation initiatives.
  • Support continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) processes to improve deployment efficiency and reliability.
  • Mentor team members and promote Agile delivery practices, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Work model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Long Beach, California. 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

  • Strong experience developing and supporting full-stack applications using ReactJS and.NET Core microservices.
  • Hands-on expertise with Azure DevOps, including CI/CD pipeline implementation, release management, and deployment automation.
  • Experience managing and remediating security vulnerabilities identified through SAST and DAST tools such as SonarQube, Nexus IQ, and Checkmarx.
  • Proven experience leading Agile software development teams and delivering complex enterprise applications.
  • Strong stakeholder management and client engagement skills, with the ability to coordinate across technical and business teams.
  • Experience driving technical debt reduction, application modernization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership capabilities.

These will help you stand out

  • Experience supporting healthcare, payer, or health insurance organizations.
  • Knowledge of cloud-native application design and Azure services.
  • Experience overseeing large-scale release and environment management activities.
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and automated quality assurance frameworks.
  • Experience mentoring developers and leading distributed engineering teams.

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.

Applications will be accepted until September 4th, 2026.

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position is between $ 75,000 to $ 135,000 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.

Additional employment information
Compensation 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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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, state or local laws.

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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 retirement plans, financial education, 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

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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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