Senior Developer – Databricks (Data Engineering)
About Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading professional services company, helping organizations modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform experiences in a fast-changing world. We combine deep industry expertise with a global delivery model to drive measurable business outcomes.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative workplace where innovation thrives and employees can grow and succeed.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Developer – Databricks to design and build scalable, cloud-based analytics platforms. This role requires deep hands-on expertise in Databricks SQL, PySpark, and Databricks Workflows, with a strong focus on enabling enterprise-scale data solutions.
You will collaborate closely with business and technology stakeholders to translate complex requirements into robust data architectures. Experience in the Life & Annuities insurance domain is a strong asset.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and evolve end-to-end data architecture on Databricks to support scalable analytics and reporting
- Develop and optimize PySpark-based pipelines for large-scale data processing (structured and semi-structured)
- Build high-performance Databricks SQL models, queries, and semantic layers for reporting and analytics
- Define and implement Databricks Workflows orchestration standards, including scheduling, dependency management, and monitoring
- Translate business needs into scalable, reliable data solutions
- Establish best practices for coding, testing, performance tuning, and monitoring
- Implement enterprise data governance standards (lineage, access controls, naming conventions)
- Ensure architectures align with security, cost efficiency, and cloud best practices
- Collaborate with data modelers to define logical and physical data models
- Partner with platform and security teams to ensure policy compliance
- Drive continuous improvement through performance analysis and optimization
- Contribute reusable frameworks and accelerators
- Communicate technical decisions and trade-offs to diverse stakeholders
Required Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience in data engineering or cloud-based analytics
- Strong hands-on expertise in:
- Databricks SQL
- PySpark
- Databricks Workflows
- Experience building scalable, high-performance data pipelines
- Strong knowledge of distributed data processing and data warehousing
- Experience with data governance, quality, and security frameworks
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Life & Annuities insurance
- Experience with Azure data ecosystem or similar cloud platforms
- Strong understanding of data modeling and semantic layers
- Certifications such as:
- Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional
- Azure Data Engineer Associate
- Equivalent cloud/data certifications
Work Environment
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Work Model: Hybrid (combination of in-office and remote work)
- Shift: Day shift with collaboration across distributed teams
Salary & Benefits (Canada)
- Base Salary Range: CAD $95,000 – $120,000 per year
(Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and location.) - Benefits include:
- Comprehensive health and dental coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement savings plans (RRSP with company contributions where applicable)
- Paid time off, including vacation and statutory holidays
- Employee wellness programs and mental health support
- Opportunities for learning, certification, and career advancement
- Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
Why Cognizant
- Work on cutting-edge data and analytics platforms
- Opportunity to influence enterprise-scale transformation initiatives
- Collaborative and inclusive work culture
- Continuous learning and professional growth opportunities
Equal Opportunity Statement
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
Über uns
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) ist ein Anbieter von KI-gestützten Lösungen und Technologiedienstleistungen. Wir schlagen die Brücke zwischen KI‑Investitionen und messbarem Unternehmenswert, indem wir Full‑Stack‑KI‑Lösungen für unsere Kunden entwickeln. Unsere tiefgehende Branchen‑, Prozess‑ und Engineering‑Expertise ermöglicht es uns, den individuellen Kontext einer Organisation in Technologiesysteme zu integrieren, die menschliches Potenzial verstärken, greifbare Ergebnisse erzielen und globale Unternehmen in einer sich schnell verändernden Welt an der Spitze halten. Mehr erfahren Sie unter www.cognizant.com oder auf @cognizant.
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