Cloud Data Architect (Onsite)

Cognizant North America; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 88,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Cloud Data Architect to lead innovative data architecture solutions. This role involves designing scalable data systems, optimizing data management with Azure services, and guiding teams in Big Data technologies. You will be at the forefront of transforming data into actionable insights while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Join a company that values your expertise and offers a dynamic work environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan. This is your chance to make a significant impact in the world of data architecture.

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

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in data architecture and management.
• Expertise in Azure services and Big Data technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of data architecture solutions.
• Oversee development of data governance frameworks.

Skills

Azure Tech stack

Databricks

Pyspark

Big Data

Data Governance & Compliance

Data Transform Scripting Lang

Data Visualization Skills

Data Integration & Access

Design Patterns

Job description

This is an onsite position open to any qualified applicant in the United States.

We are Cognizant Artificial Intelligence

Digital technologies, including analytics and AI, give companies a once-in-a-generation opportunity to perform orders of magnitude better than ever before. However, clients need new business models built from analyzing customers and business operations at every angle to really understand them.

With the power to apply artificial intelligence and data science to business decisions via enterprise data management solutions, we help leading companies prototype, refine, validate, and scale the most desirable products and delivery models to enterprise scale within weeks.

Role: Cloud Data Architect

Location: Hartford, CT.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of data architecture solutions to support business objectives.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of data governance frameworks to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Guide in Big Data technologies to optimize data processing and storage.
• Develop and implement data transformation scripts to facilitate seamless data integration.
• Apply Azure Services to improve data management and analytics capabilities.
• Create data visualization tools to present complex data in an accessible format.
• Ensure data integration and access processes are efficient and secure.
• Apply design patterns to create scalable and maintainable data solutions.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to align data architecture with business needs.
• Monitor and optimize data systems for performance and reliability.
• Offer mentorship on standard methodologies for data management and governance.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve data architecture - Support the development of data strategies to drive business growth.

Required Qualifications:

• 15 years of experience.
• Expertise in Azure Tech stack, Databricks, Pyspark, Big Data, Data Governance & Compliance, Data Transform Scripting Lang, Data Architect, Azure Services, Data visualization skills, Data Integration & Access, and Design Patterns.
• Experience in Property & Casualty Insurance is a plus.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until May 25, 2025

The annual salary for this position is between $ 88,200 - $ 161,000 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/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.

Cognizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Cognizant is committed to ensuring that all current and prospective associates are afforded equal opportunities and treatment and a work environment free of harassment.

Cognizant is recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and is a coalition member of the Veteran Jobs Mission. Our Cognizant Veterans Network Assists Veterans in building and growing a career at Cognizant that allows them to demonstrate the leadership, loyalty, integrity, and commitment to excellence instilled in them through participation in military service.

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