Job description

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible and support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days per week in a client or Cognizant office in Bothell, WA . About the Role: As a Mapping Data Analyst , you will serve as a subject-matter expert in data mining, analytics, reporting, and process improvement. You will leverage data to identify operational opportunities, improve efficiency and accuracy, accelerate model and algorithm performance, and provide actionable insights that support business decisions. This role combines analytical expertise, technical problem-solving, and operational collaboration. Success in this role comes from strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, data storytelling, and the ability to translate complex data into meaningful business recommendations. You will work closely with mapping operations, advanced operators, quality teams, and business stakeholders as part of the Cognizant team. In This Role, You Will: Data Analysis & Reporting • Understand business and analytical needs, document requirements, and prioritize improvement initiatives. • Build and maintain SQL queries, scripts, dashboards, and reports to track operational performance. • Use statistical methods to analyze data and generate actionable insights. • Create meaningful visualizations and reporting solutions for stakeholders and clients. • Monitor key performance indicators and identify trends, risks, and opportunities. • Measure solution effectiveness through before-and-after performance metrics. Process Improvement & Operational Excellence • Identify opportunities to improve quality, productivity, and operational efficiency. • Develop recommendations and proposals based on data-driven insights. • Collaborate with Advanced Operators and cross-functional teams to test improvement hypotheses. • Support initiatives that streamline workflows and optimize business processes. • Identify and implement data quality improvements and automation opportunities. • Serve as a point of contact for data-related questions and analytical support. Technical Solutions & Data Management • Utilize SQL, Oracle, Python, and other tools to prepare, analyze, and present data. • Apply knowledge of JSON to support data workflows, integrations, and reporting solutions. • Assist in the development and enhancement of data pipelines to improve throughput and near real-time insights. • Manage source code updates using version control best practices. • Ensure data management processes and scripts comply with established standards and best practices. • Support initiatives involving spatial data analysis when applicable. What We’re Looking For: • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets. • Experience working with SQL and data visualization or reporting tools. • Knowledge of Python, Oracle, JSON, or similar technologies for data analysis and automation. • Ability to communicate insights effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and quality. • Experience with process improvement, operational analytics, or business reporting is preferred. • Knowledge of spatial or geospatial data analysis is a plus. • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced operational environment. • Willingness to work onsite in Bothell, WA. Salary & Benefits The hourly rate for this position ranges from $19.00 – $21.60 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include: • Life & Disability Insurance • Group Health, Dental & Wellness • Sick Leave • 401(k) Plan and Contributions The hourly rate, 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. Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future. Cog2026 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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Data Analysis & Reporting
Understand business and analytical needs, document requirements, and prioritize improvement initiatives.
Build and maintain SQL queries, scripts, dashboards, and reports to track operational performance.
Use statistical methods to analyze data and generate actionable insights.
Create meaningful visualizations and reporting solutions for stakeholders and clients.
Monitor key performance indicators and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Measure solution effectiveness through before-and-after performance metrics.
Process Improvement & Operational Excellence
Identify opportunities to improve quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
Develop recommendations and proposals based on data-driven insights.
Collaborate with Advanced Operators and cross-functional teams to test improvement hypotheses.
Support initiatives that streamline workflows and optimize business processes.
Identify and implement data quality improvements and automation opportunities.
Serve as a point of contact for data-related questions and analytical support.
Technical Solutions & Data Management
Utilize SQL, Oracle, Python, and other tools to prepare, analyze, and present data.
Apply knowledge of JSON to support data workflows, integrations, and reporting solutions.
Assist in the development and enhancement of data pipelines to improve throughput and near real-time insights.
Manage source code updates using version control best practices.
Ensure data management processes and scripts comply with established standards and best practices.
Support initiatives involving spatial data analysis when applicable.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets.

Nice-to-haves

Experience with process improvement, operational analytics, or business reporting is preferred.
Knowledge of spatial or geospatial data analysis is a plus.

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