Solution Architect/Database Engineer

Cognizant

Atlanta (GA)

Hybrid

USD 88,200 - 161,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

A leading IT services firm seeks a talented Solution Architect/Database Engineer to drive digital transformation through innovative database solutions. The successful candidate will engineer high-performance database architectures and provide strategic direction in a hybrid/remote environment. This role requires expertise in Oracle, Databricks, and cloud integration while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, particularly in healthcare.

Qualifications

15+ years of experience in databases includes Oracle, MSSQL, Databricks architecture.
Expertise in Oracle and Databricks database systems.
Strong understanding of healthcare data regulations (HIPAA, PHI, PII) and SOX controls.

Responsibilities

Design and implement scalable and high-performance database architectures.
Perform advanced SQL performance tuning and optimization.
Integrate on-premises databases with cloud-based solutions.

Skills

SQL

Python

Machine Learning

Data Visualization

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Azure

Oracle

Databricks

Jira

GitHub

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This position is hybrid/remote role open to multiple client locations in the United States. A qualified applicant must be local to those areas or be open to relocation.

Practice - CIS - Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services

About Cloud Infrastructure & Security Services: Cognizant’s Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about embracing digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the digital era. Our holistic approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to run the business in a secure environment.

We are seeking a highly experienced and versatile Solution Architect/Database Engineer with 15+ years of proven expertise in managing and optimizing complex environments. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Oracle, Databricks, and other database systems, coupled with strong programming and cloud platform skills. This role demands a strategic thinker who can architect robust, scalable, and secure data solutions, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with industry regulations, particularly within the healthcare domain.

Responsibilities

Database Architecture & Design:

Design and implement scalable and high-performance database architectures, primarily focusing on Oracle and Databricks.
Develop and maintain data models, schemas, and database objects.
Evaluate and select appropriate database technologies to meet business requirements.
Act as a solution architect, providing expertise on database design and implementation.

Database Administration & Performance Tuning

Perform advanced SQL performance tuning and optimization for efficient data retrieval and processing.
Manage database security, backups, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures.
Implement and maintain database monitoring and alerting systems.
Ensure database availability and reliability.

Cloud Platform Integration

Design and implement data solutions on Azure, leveraging Databricks, CosmosDB, Function Apps, and other relevant services.
Demonstrate basic knowledge of AWS and GCP cloud platforms.
Integrate on-premises databases with cloud-based data warehouses and data lakes.

Data Engineering & Development

Develop and maintain ETL/ELT processes using SQL and Python.
Utilize R and Cobol as needed for data processing and legacy system integration.
Implement data quality and data governance best practices.

Machine Learning & Data Visualization

Apply machine learning techniques using Scikit-learn, PyTorch, and TensorFlow for data analysis and predictive modeling.
Create insightful data visualizations using Matplotlib, Seaborn, ggplot, and PowerBI.

DevOps & Agile Practices

Implement and utilize DevOps practices for database deployment and management.
Work within an Agile environment, using tools like Jira, Jenkins, GitHub, and Bitbucket.
Automate database tasks.

Healthcare Compliance

Demonstrate a strong understanding of healthcare data regulations, including HIPAA, PHI, and PII.
Implement and maintain SOX controls related to database security and access.
Ensure all database related activity is compliant with all regulatory requirements.

Required Skills & Experience

15+ years of experience in databases includes Oracle, MSSQL, Databricks architecture.
Expertise in Oracle and Databricks database systems.
Proficiency in SQL and Python programming.
Experience with Azure cloud platform, specifically Databricks and Cosmos DB.
Working knowledge of AWS and GCP.
Knowledge of machine learning frameworks (Scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow).
Experience with data visualization tools (Matplotlib, PowerBI).
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices (Jira, Jenkins, GitHub, Bitbucket).
Strong understanding of healthcare data regulations (HIPAA, PHI, PII) and SOX controls.
Proven experience in SQL performance tuning.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Solution Architect experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with healthcare data warehousing and analytics.
Experience with Data security best practices.
Master degree in computer science is preferred.

Salary And Other Compensation

Applications will be accepted until 04/27/25.

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.

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