[Remote] Data Engineer – Snowflake and AWS

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cognizant is seeking a Senior Data Engineer – Snowflake and AWS to design and deliver scalable data solutions while modernizing legacy data platforms. The role involves leading data migration initiatives, building ETL pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive data transformation.


Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end Oracle-to-Snowflake data migration initiatives, ensuring data integrity and performance optimization
  • Design, build, and maintain scalable ETL pipelines and cloud-based data architectures
  • Develop and optimize complex SQL queries and data models for analytics and reporting
  • Leverage AI-driven tools and automation techniques to accelerate data transformation, validation, and migration processes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize legacy systems and implement best practices in data engineering

Skills

  • 8+ years of experience in data engineering, including strong ETL development expertise
  • Hands-on experience with Snowflake in enterprise-scale implementations
  • Advanced SQL skills with experience in Oracle databases
  • Solid programming experience with Python for data processing and automation
  • Experience working on large-scale data migration or transformation projects
  • Understanding of data pipeline design, performance tuning, and data quality best practices
  • Awareness or practical exposure to AI-driven automation in data engineering workflows
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Exposure to migration tools such as SnowConvert or similar solutions
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices in data engineering
  • Knowledge of modern data architecture patterns (e.g., data lake, lakehouse)
  • Experience working in agile delivery environments

Benefits

  • Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
  • 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

Company Overview

  • Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. It was founded in 1994, and is headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.cognizant.com.

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