Description – External
Cognizant’s Digital Engineering practice is looking for a highly skilled Lead .NET Developer to join our team and work directly at our client’s location. This role demands the end-to-end development of robust, scalable applications while acting as a technical consultant to the client. You will lead the architectural design, mentor junior developers, and ensure that the technical solutions align perfectly with the client’s business objectives.
Cognizant Digital Engineering If you’re like us, you’ve got big ideas. At Cognizant, we’re exploring new ideas every day. We help industry leading companies reinvent their business models and innovate products that create new value—by connecting people with things, insights and experiences. Cognizant digital engineering designs, engineers and delivers digital products and experiences that drive digital-first business models. We offer the most comprehensive digital engineering expertise and client-centric methodology for sustainable innovation.
Location: Kansas City, MO (Hybrid)
You must be legally authorized to work in the USA without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
Roles/Responsibilities:
•Application Development:
Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, reusable, and reliable code using the .NET framework
•Client Collaboration:
Act as the primary technical point of contact at the client site. Translate business requirements into technical specifications.
•Code Quality:
Conduct thorough code reviews and implement unit/integration testing to ensure the highest quality standards.
•Mentorship:
Guide and support junior-to-mid-level developers, fostering a collaborative and high-output environment.
Required Qualifications:
Technical Skills
· 8+ years of experience as a .NET Developer
Strong experience with:
- C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, WebForms
- Entity Framework, LINQ
- RESTful APIs / Web API development
· Experience across full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
· Strong database skills:
- SQL Server and/or Oracle
- Writing queries, stored procedures, and performance optimization
· Experience migrating legacy applications to modern .NET versions (e.g., .NET 6/8)
· Familiarity with DevOps practices:
- CI/CD pipelines
- Version control (Git)
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until June 6th 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $ 81,337 - $ 141,500 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
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.
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge 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, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
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.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] for roles based in the Americas or [email protected] for roles based in India.
Disclaimer:
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.