Senior .NET Developer

Cognizant; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Senior .NET Developer to design, develop, and enhance scalable applications using .NET Framework and .NET Core. You will collaborate with technical teams and business stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions in a hybrid work setup in Norfolk, VA.

The role requires 10+ years of experience, hands-on ASP.NET MVC/WEB API, and SQL Server or Sybase proficiency. Exposure to AI-assisted coding tools and modern data stores is a plus, with salary between $65,447 and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development experience using .NET Framework and .NET Core.
• Hands-on experience with ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET Core, and Web API development.
• Experience working with Sybase or SQL Server databases.
• Proficiency in Git version control and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience using AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications using .NET Framework, .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, and ASP.NET Core Web API.
• Build secure, scalable, and high-performing application components.
• Develop and integrate solutions with SQL Server/Sybase; exposure to MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Kibana, and Redis.

Skills

NET Framework & .NET Core

ASP.NET MVC / Web API

SQL Server / Sybase

Git & CI/CD

AI-assisted coding tools

Job description

About the role

As a Senior .NET Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and enhancing scalable applications using .NET Framework and .NET Core technologies. You will be a valued member of the application development team, working collaboratively with technical teams and business stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions.

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, and maintain applications using .NET Framework, .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, and ASP.NET Core Web API.
• Build secure, scalable, and high-performing application components aligned with business and technical requirements.
• Develop and integrate solutions using Sybase or SQL Server, with exposure to MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Kibana, and Redis.
• Participate in code reviews, version control, automated builds, and deployments using Git and CI/CD pipelines.
• Use AI-assisted development tools, including GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, or Windsurf, to improve development efficiency and code quality.

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 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Norfolk, VA. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

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The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. These may change based on the project you are engaged in, as well as evolving business and client requirements. We will always be transparent about role expectations.

Please note: Some roles may require in‑person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations based on project needs.

What you need to have to be considered

• 10 or more years of software development experience using .NET Framework and .NET Core.
• Hands‑on experience with ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET Core, and Web API development.
• Experience working with Sybase or SQL Server databases.
• Proficiency in Git version control and experience working with CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience using GitHub Copilot or a comparable AI-assisted coding tool.

This will help you stand out

• Familiarity with MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Kibana, and Redis.
• Knowledge of Angular and modern front‑end development practices.
• Experience using AI-assisted coding tools such as Claude Code or Windsurf.
• Familiarity with specification‑driven development practices.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $65,447 to $117,000 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.

*Please note, this role cannot offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*