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Sr. Azure Data Engineer Roles & responsibilities: 1. Will be working as a Azure Data Engineer 2. Should attend daily stand ups/ scrum calls/ quarterly PI 3. Work with BSA and product team to understand project requirements. 4. Create technical specification and source-to-target design mapping documents 5. Write or understand Java/Pyspark code written on Daabricks platform, perform unit testing and work with QA & Business testers for defect resolution 6. Work with admins on code deployments 7. Should coordinate and lead the offshore developers Qualifications: 1. Experience in Azure Databricks is mandatory 2. Expertise and knowledge of Medallion Architecture is required 3. Should possess good understanding of Delta tables, Synapse and data partitioning on azure cloud "Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future." 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 Oct 25, 2026. The annual salary for this position is between $80,000 - $130,000 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. About Cognizant: Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant. 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. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India.

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Sr. Azure Data Engineer
Will be working as a Azure Data Engineer
Should attend daily stand ups/ scrum calls/ quarterly PI
Work with BSA and product team to understand project requirements.
Create technical specification and source-to-target design mapping documents
Write or understand Java/Pyspark code written on Daabricks platform, perform unit testing and work with QA & Business testers for defect resolution
Work with admins on code deployments
Should coordinate and lead the offshore developers
Experience in Azure Databricks is mandatory
Expertise and knowledge of Medallion Architecture is required
Should possess good understanding of Delta tables, Synapse and data partitioning on azure cloud
"Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future."
Applications will be accepted until Oct 25, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $80,000 - $130,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Long-term/Short-term Disability
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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