Cognizant

Sr. Python & Snowflake Developer

Cognizant$85K — $120K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6-10 years of experience in software development, data engineering, or related roles.
  • Strong hands-on experience in Python development.
  • Extensive knowledge and experience with Snowflake data solutions.
  • Advanced SQL skills for developing complex queries and data processes.
  • Proven track record in building and maintaining enterprise-level data pipelines.
  • Familiarity with data warehousing and data quality principles.
  • Strong skills in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop scalable data processing solutions using Python and Snowflake.
  • Build and maintain batch and near real-time data pipelines for accurate data delivery.
  • Optimize Snowflake SQL solutions, including transformations and automated tasks.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into data architectures.
  • Drive engineering excellence through code reviews and process improvements.

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
Full Job Description
Senior Python & Snowflake Developer

About the role

As a Senior Python & Snowflake Developer, you will make an impact by designing and delivering scalable data solutions that enable advanced analytics, operational reporting, and business intelligence across the enterprise. You will be a valued member of the Data Engineering team and work collaboratively with data architects, analysts, product owners, and business stakeholders to build modern cloud-based data platforms that support critical business outcomes.

In this role, you will:
  • Design, develop, and optimize scalable data processing solutions using Python and Snowflake to support analytics, reporting, and operational workloads.
  • Build and maintain batch and near real-time data pipelines that deliver accurate, reliable, and high-quality data across enterprise systems.
  • Develop and optimize Snowflake SQL solutions, including data models, transformations, stored procedures, and automated processing tasks.
  • Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to translate requirements into secure, scalable, and maintainable data architectures.
  • Drive engineering excellence through code reviews, automation, performance optimization, monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Work model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring time in a Cognizant or client office as determined by project and business needs. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered
  • 6-10 years of experience in software development, data engineering, or related technical roles.
  • Strong hands-on experience developing solutions using Python.
  • Extensive experience designing and optimizing data solutions on the Snowflake platform.
  • Advanced SQL skills with experience developing complex queries, transformations, and data processing workflows.
  • Proven experience building and supporting enterprise-scale data pipelines and data integration solutions.
  • Knowledge of data warehousing concepts, data modeling, data quality, and performance optimization techniques.
  • Experience implementing monitoring, alerting, and operational support processes for production data environments.
  • Strong understanding of secure coding practices, data protection standards, and software development best practices.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

These will help you stand out
  • Experience working within Property & Casualty Insurance environments.
  • Knowledge of underwriting, claims, policy administration, billing, or insurance analytics processes.
  • Experience designing near real-time or event-driven data integration solutions.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  • Experience creating reusable frameworks, automation solutions, and engineering standards.
  • Experience supporting enterprise reporting, advanced analytics, and business intelligence initiatives.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until August 14,2026.

The annual salary for this position is between $85,00- $120,000 USD 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

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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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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