Senior Splunk SaaS Engineer

Job Title: Senior Splunk Engineer

Location: Remote (anywhere in Canada)

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

Job Description:

Splunk implementation and support team. Responsible for the development, communication, implementation and support of a multi tera bytes per day Splunk Cloud Setup.

· New Data point integration and ingestion using API/HEC and third-party data streaming tools.

· • Design & administer a Splunk AWS Cloud cluster that can handle terabytes per day ingestion volume
• Provide day-to-day support maintaining multiple large Splunk implementations with over 400 TBs of daily log ingestion
• Install and maintain Splunk Universal forwarder on Application/Web/DB servers
• Perform version upgrades and patch installation on Splunk infrastructure
• Monitor, research, and remediate flagged vulnerabilities of Splunk infrastructure, software, and technical apps and add-ons
• Thoroughly document procedures to support Splunk Infrastructure
• Write scripts to automate Splunk Administration activities
• Provide explanation and information to others on difficult issues
• Participate in on-call for responding to any Splunk related issues and resolve / escalate on time
• Work with Splunk Support to resolve any issues on time
• Define, measure & report key performance indicators reflecting the platform health of Splunk environments
• Develop monitoring for Splunk infrastructure ensure Splunk infrastructure is up and running and performing with maximum efficiency 24X7.
• Identify & quantify the scope and impact of business changes on systems
• Maintain awareness of current technology assets, and the applicability and capability of each
• Lead executive level communications on strategy and business value themes
• Research, recommend, and implement new technologies and use cases to maximize Splunk performance & value
• Examine, test, and install Splunk technical apps and add-ons
• Optimize search process language queries and coach Splunk best practices to end users
• Provide internal consultation services for internal application and security teams

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until 5/1/2026

The annual salary for this position is between CAD110,000- CAD120,000 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.

What we offer

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.  

About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge 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, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

Other employment-related information
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, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.