Cognizant

Data Engineer

Cognizant$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6-10 years of hands-on development experience in data engineering
  • Proficient in Spark, Scala, Python, and PySpark
  • Experience in designing and optimizing data pipelines
  • Strong understanding of coding standards and unit testing
  • Ability to collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions

Responsibilities

  • Design robust data processing solutions using Spark, Scala, Python, and PySpark
  • Develop efficient batch and near real-time data pipelines
  • Implement clean, modular, and reusable code
  • Collaborate with data analysts and stakeholders to translate requirements
  • Optimize Spark jobs through advanced tuning techniques
  • Integrate diverse data sources into unified models
  • Troubleshoot complex production issues in data pipelines
  • Document technical solutions and procedures for team accessibility

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with a day shift schedule
  • No travel required for this position
  • Collaboration with data analysts and business stakeholders
  • Focus on developing scalable and impactful data solutions
  • Emphasis on maintainability and coding standards
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Sr Developer role for an MNC focusing on data engineering and advanced analytics solutions using Spark Scala Python and PySpark. The position requires six to ten years of hands on development experience in hybrid work model with day shift schedule and no travel. The role drives scalable data pipelines that support business decisions and societal impact through better insights.

Responsibilities
  • Design robust distributed data processing solutions using Spark Scala Python and PySpark that transform complex raw data into reliable curated datasets for critical business analytics and reporting needs.
  • Develop highly efficient batch and near real time data pipelines optimized for performance and resource utilization ensuring stable delivery of trusted data to downstream applications and data science teams.
  • Implement clean modular and reusable code with strong focus on coding standards unit testing and maintainability so that data engineering assets remain stable and easy to evolve over time.
  • Collaborate closely with data analysts and business stakeholders to translate analytical requirements into technical designs that deliver clear measurable value for company objectives and customer outcomes.
  • Optimize Spark jobs through advanced tuning techniques including partitioning caching and efficient data formats to reduce execution time and infrastructure cost while maintaining accuracy and reliability.
  • Integrate data from diverse sources into unified data models using Spark and Python ensuring consistent data quality governance and traceability across the data lifecycle.
  • Troubleshoot complex production issues in data pipelines by analyzing logs performance metrics and data anomalies and implement durable fixes that prevent recurrence and improve system resilience.
  • Document technical solutions data flows and operational procedures in a structured and accessible manner so that other team members can support and enhance the platforms with confidence.

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.

About Cognizant

TriZetto is Powering Integrated Healthcare Management. With technology solutions touching more than half the U.S. population today, TriZetto is uniquely positioned to drive the convergence of core benefit administration, care management and constituent engagement. TriZetto provides premier information technology solutions that enable payers and other constituents in the healthcare supply chain to improve the coordination of benefits and care for healthcare consumers.

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Size
340,400 employees
Market Cap
$28.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$16.6 billion
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