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Data Engineer

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Role: Data Engineer

Location: Sheffield (Hybrid - 3 days a week)

Employment: Fulltime

About the Role:

  • We are looking for an experienced Azure Data Engineer to support the design, development and delivery of modern data platform solutions, with a particular focus on Microsoft Fabric migration and implementation.

  • You will play a key role in delivering data engineering and migration activities, working closely with engineering teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, scalable and well-tested data solutions.

  • The role requires strong technical expertise across Azure data technologies, alongside the ability to provide technical guidance, communicate effectively and contribute to successful delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Configure data ingestion processes and solutions.

  • Lead the execution of Microsoft Fabric migration activities.

  • Lead and guide migration engineers and QA resources.

  • Develop Python, PySpark and Spark SQL code for data validation and curation within notebooks.

  • Create data integration test cases and support testing activities.

  • Implement and amend data processing and worker pipelines.

  • Implement data validation and curation rules.

  • Translate data models and mappings into detailed technical data mappings.

  • Design and implement data integrations.

  • Support the implementation and execution of data migration activities.

  • Perform data analysis and profiling.

  • Configure Azure DevOps / GitHub environments and CI/CD processes for Azure Data Factory and Databricks code.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • We are looking for candidates with:

  • Strong experience designing and delivering Azure-based data platform solutions.

  • Experience with technologies including: o Microsoft Fabric o Power Apps o Azure Synapse o Azure Data Factory (ADF) o Databricks o Azure Functions o Azure App Service o Logic Apps

  • o Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) o Web Apps

  • Hands-on expertise in PySpark, SQL and Python.

  • Good knowledge of real-time streaming applications, preferably including Kafka, Azure Functions or Azure Service Bus.

  • Strong understanding of Spark processing and performance tuning.

  • Experience working with file formats and partitioning, including Parquet, JSON, XML and CSV.

  • Experience with Azure DevOps / GitHub and CI/CD.

  • Strong programming experience in Python, with knowledge of other programming languages beneficial.

  • Experience with both synchronous and asynchronous interface approaches.

  • Knowledge of data modelling, including 3NF, dimensional modelling and Data Vault 2.0.

  • Experience working within Agile delivery environments.

  • Ability to produce comprehensive technical documentation.

  • Ability to set and manage realistic expectations around timescales, costs, benefits and measures of success.

  • Power BI experience is desirable.

The role requires experience across the following skill areas:

  • Data Engineering

  • Software Design

  • Analytics

  • Data Management

  • Data Modelling and Design

  • Data Visualisation

  • Database Design

  • Release and Deployment

Nice to Have

  • Experience integrating and implementing data cataloguing tools such as Azure Purview / Collibra.

  • Experience implementing and integrating visualisation tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

  • Experience with C# application development, including ASP.NET MVC.

Things to know before you apply

  • Work authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
  • Accommodations: 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.
  • AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications more efficiently. Our team performs additional human review and ultimately decides who moves forward in our hiring process.
  • Open position: Unless otherwise stated, this job posting is for an open position on our team.
  • Language proficiency: 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.
  • Inclusion: 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.

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.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

Our benefits program is built with you in mind—so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include financial education, a pension plan with matching contributions, etc.

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Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

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Your career, your way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities explore new technologies, industries and locations—and build the skills you need to grow your career.

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Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

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Here’s what you can expect from our hiring process. Please keep in mind that it may vary by role and location. Explore our FAQs to learn more.

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Step 2: Connect with your recruiter

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.

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Step 3: Show off your skills

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

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Step 4: Decision time

Our team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

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