Senior Data Engineer

COGNIZANT; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

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Zusammenfassung

Cognizant is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design scalable Data Hubs, mentoring engineers, and delivering high-impact data solutions. You will shape architecture, implement best practices, and build data pipelines for analytics, reporting, and Generative AI use cases.

Join a team that emphasizes data strategy, governance, and modern data platforms while collaborating across disciplines to deliver secure, compliant solutions.

Qualifikationen

• Strong expertise in Python and SQL.
• Hands-on experience with Databricks (primary tool) and Apache Spark.
• Solid knowledge of the Azure data ecosystem, including Data Factory, ADLS, Synapse, Azure SQL, and Event Hubs.
• Experience with real-time data processing and streaming architectures.
• Proficiency in DevOps practices, including CI/CD, Terraform, Docker, and Kubernetes/AKS.
• Experience in mentoring engineers and driving technical standards.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher.

Aufgaben

• Design and implement scalable Data Hubs that integrate multiple data sources.
• Define architecture standards, best practices, and engineering patterns.
• Provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, and conduct code reviews.
• Develop and maintain batch and real-time data pipelines.
• Ensure data quality through validation frameworks, monitoring, and anomaly detection.
• Implement automation and CI/CD pipelines to streamline delivery.
• Ensure data security, governance, and compliance with relevant standards.
• Create and maintain clear, structured technical documentation.

Kenntnisse

Python

SQL

Apache Spark

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

Databricks

Delta Lake

Azure Data Factory

ADLS

Synapse

Azure SQL

Event Hubs

GitHub

Azure DevOps

Tools

Databricks

Delta Lake

Azure Data Factory

ADLS

Synapse

Azure SQL

Azure DevOps

Event Hubs

GitHub

Jobbeschreibung

Required Skills

• Python
• SQL
• Apache Spark
• Terraform
• Docker
• Kubernetes

About the project

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer who is passionate about building scalable, high-impact data solutions. In this role, you will design and deliver modern Data Hubs that support analytics, operational processes, reporting, and Generative AI use cases. You will also play a key role in shaping architecture, defining best practices, and mentoring engineers to ensure high-quality delivery across the data landscape.

Your responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable Data Hubs that integrate multiple data sources
• Define architecture standards, best practices, and engineering patterns
• Provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, and conduct code reviews
• Develop and maintain batch and real-time data pipelines
• Ensure data quality through validation frameworks, monitoring, and anomaly detection
• Implement automation and CI/CD pipelines to streamline delivery
• Ensure data security, governance, and compliance with relevant standards
• Create and maintain clear, structured technical documentation

Requirements

• Strong expertise in Python and SQL
• Hands-on experience with Databricks (primary tool) and Apache Spark
• Solid knowledge of the Azure data ecosystem, including Data Factory, ADLS, Synapse, Azure SQL, and Event Hubs
• Experience with real-time data processing and streaming architectures
• Proficiency in DevOps practices, including CI/CD, Terraform, Docker, and Kubernetes/AKS
• Experience in mentoring engineers and driving technical standards
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher

Benefits

• sharing the costs of sports activities
• private medical care
• life insurance
• dental care
• cafeteria benefits

Technology Stack

• Core tools: Databricks, Apache Spark, Delta Lake
• Azure services: Data Factory, ADLS, Synapse, Azure SQL, Azure DevOps, Event Hubs
• Development and automation: Python, SQL, GitHub, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes/AKS

This role offers the opportunity to influence data strategy, shape architecture, and mentor a growing team while delivering impactful and future-ready data solutions.

COGNIZANT, Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com, , 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. This is how we work.