Azure Data Architect

Description - External

We are Cognizant AIA - Artificial Intelligence and Analytics !!

About AI & Analytics: Artificial intelligence (AI) and the data it collects and analyzes will soon sit at the core of all intelligent, human-centric businesses. By decoding customer needs, preferences, and behaviors, our clients can understand exactly what services, products, and experiences their consumers need. Within AI & Analytics, we work to design the future—a future in which trial-and-error business decisions have been replaced by informed choices and data-supported strategies! By applying AI and data science, we help leading companies to prototype, refine, validate, and scale their AI and analytics products and delivery models! Cognizant’s AIA practice takes insights that are buried in data and provide businesses with a clear way to transform how they source, interpret, and consume their information. Our clients need flexible data structures and a streamlined data architecture that quickly turns data resources into informative, meaningful intelligence.

Azure Data Architect

• Design and implement robust data solutions using Synapse Pipelines to enhance data processing capabilities.
• Oversee the development and deployment of Power BI dashboards to provide actionable insights for business stakeholders.
• Utilize Azure Monitor to ensure the performance and reliability of data systems proactively addressing any issues.
• Manage and optimize Azure Data Lake Store to support scalable and secure data storage solutions.
• Implement Azure Key Vault to safeguard sensitive data and manage access controls effectively.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate Azure DevOps practices ensuring efficient and streamlined workflows.
• Develop and maintain stored procedures to support complex data transformations and business logic.
• Architect and manage Azure Synapse DataWarehouse solutions to enable high-performance data analytics.
• Lead data modeling efforts to ensure accurate representation of business processes and data relationships.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of data solutions with existing systems.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in data architecture and security.
• Drive innovation by exploring new technologies and methodologies to enhance data capabilities.

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 2-3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Atlanta, GA. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though 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

• Possess extensive experience in designing and implementing data solutions using Azure technologies.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Synapse Pipelines Power BI and Azure Monitor for data processing and visualization.
• Exhibit strong knowledge of Azure Data Lake Store and Azure Key Vault for secure data management.
• Have a solid understanding of Azure DevOps practices to support efficient development workflows.
• Show expertise in developing stored procedures and managing Azure Synapse Data Warehouse solutions.
• Display strong data modeling skills to accurately represent business processes and data relationships.

Certifications Required

Azure Solutions Architect Expert Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate

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.

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Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until November 16th 2025. The annual salary for this position is between $100K- 160K 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.