Cloud Pyspark Data Engineer (Remote)

ROLE: Cloud Pyspark Data Engineer

We are Cognizant Artificial Intelligence

Digital technologies, including analytics and AI, give companies a once-in-a-generation opportunity to perform orders of magnitude better than ever before. However, clients need new business models built from analyzing customers and business operations at every angle to really understand them.

With the power to apply artificial intelligence and data science to business decisions via enterprise data management solutions, we help leading companies prototype, refine, validate and scale the most desirable products and delivery models to enterprise scale within weeks.

This position open to any qualified applicant in the United States.

Qualification:

Bachelor - in science, engineering or equivalent

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $[82,000- 115,000] depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Applications will be accepted until 4/23.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, 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.

Job title: Cloud Pyspark Data Engineer

Experience: 6-9+ Years

Must have skills: Google Distributed Cloud, Dataproc Metastore, Cloud SQL, Cloud Dataflow, Spark, PySpark, Python

Good To Have Skills: Data Fusion, Datastore, Risk Management, Apache beam, Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Cloud Spanner, Cloud Pub/Sub, Cloud Dataproc, Cloud Composer, BigQuery, Apache Spark

Job summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Developer (Senior Associate) with 4-8 years of experience to join our Research and Development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python PySpark Spark Cloud Dataflow Cloud SQL Dataproc Metastore and Google Distributed Cloud. This role is pivotal in developing innovative solutions that drive our mission forward and make a significant impact on society.

Qualifications:

- Proven experience with Apache Spark BigQuery and Cloud Composer is highly desirable.

- Familiarity with Cloud Dataproc Cloud Pub/Sub Cloud Spanner and Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) will be advantageous.

- Knowledge of Apache Beam Risk Management Datastore and Data Fusion is a plus.

- Strong understanding of Research and Development domain is mandatory.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Roles & Responsibilities:

- Lead the design and implementation of scalable software solutions using Scala Java Python and PySpark.

- Develop and optimize data processing pipelines using Spark and Cloud Dataflow to ensure efficient data manipulation.

- Manage and maintain databases and data processing services with Cloud SQL and Dataproc Metastore.

- Utilize Google Distributed Cloud to deploy and scale applications ensuring high availability and performance.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve complex problems contributing to the project's success.

- Stay abreast of new technology trends and best practices in data processing and cloud computing.

- Ensure code quality and maintainability by conducting code reviews and applying best practices.

- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers fostering a culture of learning and growth.

- Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.

- Document all development processes system changes and deployments.

- Ensure security and data protection measures are integrated into all solutions.

- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system performance and reliability.

Job Location: Abbott Park - IL USA

Employee Status : Full Time Employee

Shift : Day Job

Travel : No

Job Posting : Apr 15 2024

About Cognizant

Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at or follow us

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