Full Stack Developer

Cognizant; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 68,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

401(k) plan

Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and support scalable enterprise apps using Microsoft technologies and modern web frameworks. You will collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to build secure, high-performing solutions.

Required hands-on experience with C#, .NET, Azure, SQL Server, and React; experience with CI/CD, GitHub Actions, Docker, and Kubernetes; strong problem-solving and communication skills; experience with automated testing.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with C#, .NET Framework/NET Core and React.
• Experience building cloud-based apps on Microsoft Azure.
• Proficiency with Azure services including Functions, Logic Apps, API Management, and Front Door.
• Strong SQL Server experience including query optimization and performance troubleshooting.
• Experience with GitHub Actions, Docker, and Kubernetes in CI/CD environments.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience creating and maintaining automated unit tests.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain full-stack applications using C#, .NET, Azure, SQL Server, and React.
• Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to analyze requirements and deliver solutions.
• Build and support cloud-native applications leveraging Azure services.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, improving performance and reliability.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and contribute to DevOps practices using GitHub Actions, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Skills

C#

NET Framework

NET Core

React

Azure

SQL Server

GitHub Actions

Docker

Kubernetes

Copilot AI

Problem solving

Unit testing

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Azure Functions

Logic Apps

API Management

Azure Front Door

GitHub

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the role

As a Full Stack Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications using Microsoft technologies and modern web frameworks. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with client stakeholders, architects, DevOps engineers, and cross-functional delivery teams to build innovative, secure, and high-performing solutions.

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, develop, and maintain full-stack applications using C#, .NET, Azure, SQL Server, and React.
• Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to analyze requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.
• Build and support cloud-native applications leveraging Azure services, including Azure Functions, Logic Apps, API Management, and Azure Front Door.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues while improving application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and contribute to modern DevOps practices using GitHub Actions, Docker, and Kubernetes.

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 the United States. 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 hands-on experience with C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core, and React development.
• Experience building and supporting cloud-based applications on Microsoft Azure.
• Proficiency with Azure services, including Azure Functions, Logic Apps, API Management, Application Insights, and Azure Front Door.
• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server (on-premises and Azure), including query optimization and performance troubleshooting.
• Experience with GitHub, GitHub Actions, Docker, and Kubernetes in CI/CD and application deployment environments.
• Hands-on experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot for coding, debugging, testing, and documentation.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience creating and maintaining automated unit tests.

These will help you stand out

• Experience integrating AI capabilities using Azure OpenAI or similar AI services.
• Experience building AI-powered workflows, chat interfaces, or lightweight AI agents.
• Knowledge of prompt engineering and effective utilization of generative AI tools.
• Experience monitoring and optimizing Azure infrastructure performance and application observability.
• Demonstrated ability to influence technical decisions, lead solution discussions, and present technical recommendations to stakeholders.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Note: Certain roles may require candidates to attend in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project requirements.

Applications will be accepted till September 23rd, 2026.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $68,422 to $114,000 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

• 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.