Cloud Application Architect (.NET / Azure / Kubernetes)
About the role
As a Cloud Application Architect, you will make an impact by designing and optimizing scalable, resilient, and cloud-native enterprise applications that drive business performance and operational excellence. You will be a valued member of the architecture and engineering team and work collaboratively with product owners, developers, platform engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver innovative technology solutions.
*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:
- Architect and design enterprise application solutions using.NET Core, Azure, and Kubernetes, ensuring scalability, security, reliability, and alignment with business objectives.
- Lead the development of cloud-native and microservices-based architectures that improve system performance, availability, and operational efficiency.
- Define observability and monitoring strategies leveraging AppDynamics, Dynatrace, and Azure-native tools to proactively identify and resolve performance issues.
- Establish architecture standards, reusable design patterns, and best practices that drive consistency and long-term maintainability across engineering teams.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions and provide architectural guidance throughout the software development lifecycle.
Work model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance at a client or Cognizant office in SeaTac, WA. 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
- 16+ years of experience in enterprise application architecture, with a strong focus on distributed systems and cloud-native technologies.
- Extensive hands-on experience with.NET Core, including application design, performance optimization, and enterprise-scale application development.
- Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure, including compute, networking, storage, security, and cloud architecture best practices.
- Proven experience with Kubernetes and containerized application platforms, including orchestration, scalability, and deployment automation.
- Advanced knowledge of AppDynamics and Dynatrace for application performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and observability.
- Experience defining enterprise architecture standards, security controls, resiliency strategies, and disaster recovery approaches.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to influence technical decisions across distributed teams.
These will help you stand out
- Experience with Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and Event-Driven Architecture patterns.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and infrastructure automation.
- Experience leading architecture reviews, technical assessments, and engineering governance initiatives.
- Familiarity with cloud security, compliance, and operational excellence frameworks.
- Experience mentoring engineering teams and driving adoption of modern architecture practices.
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.
Applications will be accepted until August 28th, 2026.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $ 92,000 to $ 155,000 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.
