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.Net/Azure Architect - On site 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.** In this role, you will: • Highly experienced Enterprise Architect to lead architecture definition and solution planning for a strategic Engine Core modernization initiative. • The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in enterprise architecture, distributed systems, and integration patterns. • Should have strong knowledge and experience on cloud native architectures, operational resilience, and large-scale transformation programs. • Associate should capable to engaging with business and technology stakeholders. • Participating in client requirement and validating requirements, defining architectural boundaries, identifying risks and dependencies, and establishing a blueprint that supports planning level estimation and future implementation. • Key Responsibilities Enterprise Architecture Leadership. • The architect will be responsible for producing a consolidated High Level Design HLD covering business capabilities, application architecture, integration architecture, data architecture, operational architecture, and technology direction. Location : Hartford, CT Work model : On Site At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client office in Hartford, CT . What you need to have to be considered: - Primary : Enterprise Architect with .Net tech stack, Azure & Azure AI services, PostgreSQL, React - Secondary : React 18 · TypeScript · Vite · Material UI / Tailwind, Terraform & Appian Salary and Other Compensation: Applications will be accepted until 10/18/2026 . The annual salary for this position is between $88K – 160K 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. 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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.Net/Azure Architect - On site
Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.**
Highly experienced Enterprise Architect to lead architecture definition and solution planning for a strategic Engine Core modernization initiative.
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in enterprise architecture, distributed systems, and integration patterns.
Should have strong knowledge and experience on cloud native architectures, operational resilience, and large-scale transformation programs.
Associate should capable to engaging with business and technology stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities Enterprise Architecture Leadership.
Location : Hartford, CT
Work model : On Site
What you need to have to be considered:
Primary : Enterprise Architect with .Net tech stack, Azure & Azure AI services, PostgreSQL, React
Secondary : React 18 · TypeScript · Vite · Material UI / Tailwind, Terraform & Appian
Applications will be accepted until 10/18/2026 .
The annual salary for this position is between $88K – 160K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Long-term/Short-term Disability
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.

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