Architect – .NET Framework & Microservices
Cognizant · Chicago
Job description
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Architect to design, govern and drive the delivery of robust, scalable and secure enterprise applications built on the .NET Framework and Microservices Architecture.
Key responsibilities
- Define end‑to‑end solution architectures, service boundaries, API strategies and integration patterns for multi‑channel customer experiences.
- Review code, integrations and implementations to ensure performance, quality and adherence to architectural standards.
- Lead application modernization initiatives, including migration of legacy .NET applications to cloud‑ready microservices.
- Mentor development teams and promote best practices in security, DevOps, observability and hybrid delivery models.
- Collaborate with business, product and engineering stakeholders to translate complex requirements into technical blueprints.
Required profile
- 10+ years of software development, solution design and enterprise architecture experience.
- Strong hands‑on expertise with .NET Framework/.NET technologies and large‑scale, high‑volume applications.
- Proven experience designing and implementing microservices, distributed systems, REST APIs and event‑driven solutions.
- Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS or GCP), CI/CD pipelines, containerization and modern DevOps practices.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication and technical leadership in global hybrid environments.
Required skills
- .NET Framework / .NET
- Microservices Architecture
- REST APIs
- Event‑driven solutions
- Azure, AWS or GCP
- CI/CD pipelines
- Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- DevOps practices
What we offer
- Hybrid work model – 3‑4 days per week onsite in Chicago.
- Wellbeing programs supporting work‑life balance.
- Competitive salary range $81,337 – $163,000 per year.
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Cognizant
Chicago