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.NET Production Support Engineer Job Description We are seeking a Senior .NET Production Support Engineer (GCP) with strong experience in C#, .NET/Core, cloud operations, and production issue resolution . The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring and supporting critical production applications, managing cloud workloads, troubleshooting complex system issues, and delivering application enhancements while ensuring stability, reliability, and operational excellence. This role requires a combination of application support, cloud operations, incident management, and .NET development skills in a fast-paced enterprise environment. Key Responsibilities • Monitor and support production applications, including APIs, worker services, and background jobs. • Monitor messaging topics, subscriptions, and associated Dead Letter Queues (DLQs) to ensure successful message delivery. • Implement application enhancements, resolve defects, and manage version upgrades for .NET-based applications. • Handle Incident and Change Management activities through ITSM tools such as ServiceNow and ensure timely ticket resolution. • Collaborate with application, product, QA, and deployment teams to support releases and testing activities. • Manage and monitor Google Cloud Platform (GCP) workloads and investigate traffic anomalies. • Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving email delivery services, database synchronization mismatches, and service integrations. • Coordinate with database teams to execute SQL scripts, compare and reconcile records, and ensure data consistency. • Create and maintain technical documentation for automation tools, operational processes, fixes, and support procedures. Required Technical Skills Programming & Development • C# • .NET Framework, .NET Core • Web APIs • Entity Framework • MVC Cloud & Containerization • Google Cloud Platform (GCP) preferred • Experience with other cloud platforms will be considered • Docker experience is a plus Messaging Technologies • Pub/Sub • RabbitMQ • Service Bus • ReBus Tools • Postman • GitHub • ServiceNow • Visual Studio / VS Code Databases • SQL (Mandatory) • NoSQL databases such as MongoDB Soft Skills • Strong problem-solving and debugging capabilities. • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. • Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on operational efficiency, stability, and quality. Why Apply? 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. Salary and Other Compensation The annual salary for this position is between $50,000 and $70,000 , 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, and Life Insurance • Paid Holidays plus Paid Time Off • 401(k) Plan and Company Contributions • Long-Term Disability • 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. Important Disclaimers • Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs. • Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this role. • Candidates may be required to participate in multiple rounds of interviews, including business and client discussions. Posting Expiration Date September 19, 2026 Cognizant reserves the right to remove the posting earlier based on business needs. 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. If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India.

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Must-haves

.NET Production Support Engineer
This role requires a combination of application support, cloud operations, incident management, and .NET development skills in a fast-paced enterprise environment.
Monitor and support production applications, including APIs, worker services, and background jobs.
Monitor messaging topics, subscriptions, and associated Dead Letter Queues (DLQs) to ensure successful message delivery.
Implement application enhancements, resolve defects, and manage version upgrades for .NET-based applications.
Handle Incident and Change Management activities through ITSM tools such as ServiceNow and ensure timely ticket resolution.
Collaborate with application, product, QA, and deployment teams to support releases and testing activities.
Manage and monitor Google Cloud Platform (GCP) workloads and investigate traffic anomalies.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving email delivery services, database synchronization mismatches, and service integrations.
Coordinate with database teams to execute SQL scripts, compare and reconcile records, and ensure data consistency.
Create and maintain technical documentation for automation tools, operational processes, fixes, and support procedures.
Required Technical Skills
Programming & Development
.NET Framework, .NET Core
Entity Framework
Cloud & Containerization
Experience with other cloud platforms will be considered
Messaging Technologies
Visual Studio / VS Code
SQL (Mandatory)
NoSQL databases such as MongoDB
Strong problem-solving and debugging capabilities.

Nice-to-haves

Google Cloud Platform (GCP) preferred
Docker experience is a plus

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401(K)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave