Job Summary:
Cognizant is a company that helps organizations modernize technology and transform experiences. They are seeking an experienced Data Architect with expertise in Azure Data Platform and Databricks to design and deliver scalable data solutions, guide engineering teams, and ensure high-quality data platforms.
Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and maintain core data architecture frameworks leveraging Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, and Databricks
• Define and communicate technical architecture decisions, including constraints, trade-offs, and design standards
• Design scalable, flexible, and reusable data solutions aligned with enterprise strategy
• Provide guidance on deployment strategies, ensuring solutions are safe, incremental, and reversible
• Lead the development of standard methodologies, frameworks, and reusable components
• Collaborate with technical leads, project managers, and data engineers to review and validate solution designs
• Establish and enforce data engineering best practices, governance, and coding standards
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies to improve data platform efficiency and scalability
• Proactively identify and mitigate technical risks and challenges, ensuring timely resolution
• Stay current with evolving trends in data platforms, cloud technologies, and data engineering practices
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Systems
• 8+ years of experience designing and implementing enterprise data solutions
• Proven experience as a Data Architect within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory (ADF)
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure Synapse Analytics
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure Databricks
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure SQL Database
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure Functions & Logic Apps
• Expertise in data warehousing and modeling techniques: Dimensional modeling, Star schema, Data Vault, Medallion architecture
• Experience with modern data platforms and tools: Databricks, Spark, Snowflake, Kafka, Hadoop, or Dremio
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL)
• Advanced proficiency in Python and Spark-based data processing
• Deep knowledge of ETL/ELT frameworks, including batch and real-time data processing
• Experience designing data solutions for API, .NET, and analytics consumption (e.g., Power BI)
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps
• Familiarity with ARM templates
• Familiarity with Automation tools (PowerShell, Azure Automation, AZ Copy)
Preferred:
• Strong experience creating architecture artifacts and high-level data models
• Ability to lead technical discussions and influence stakeholders across varying perspectives
• Demonstrated ability to drive alignment and deliver results in complex environments
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Company:
Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Founded in 1994, the company is headquartered in Teaneck, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.