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AWS Data Architect

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Data Platform Architect (AWS / Snowflake / ETL)

Location: Hartford, CT (Hybrid – 3 days in office)
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Data AWS Architect to design and deliver scalable, cloud-native data and analytics solutions. In this role, you will lead the architecture and implementation of modern data platforms, enabling advanced analytics and AI-driven outcomes for enterprise and customer needs.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to define technical standards, guide development teams, and ensure the delivery of secure, resilient, and high-performing solutions on AWS.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and architect scalable data and AI platforms leveraging modern cloud technologies
  • Define and enforce technical standards, best practices, and governance for data engineering and analytics solutions
  • Lead the design and implementation of cloud-native data pipelines (ETL/ELT)
  • Provide hands-on guidance to engineering teams on architecture, development, and deployment
  • Build and optimize data workflows using AWS services and distributed processing frameworks
  • Ensure solutions are secure, resilient, and cost-efficient, aligned with enterprise standards
  • Translate business and technical requirements into scalable data solutions
  • Drive innovation in data architecture to improve performance, scalability, and accessibility

Required Qualifications

  • Strong experience with AWS-based data engineering and analytics solutions
  • Hands-on expertise in AWS Glue (ETL/ELT) and/or Ab Initio ETL tools
  • Deep understanding of:
    • Amazon S3 (storage, partitioning, lifecycle management)
    • Parquet file formats and query optimization
    • AWS Lambda for event-driven processing
  • Experience working with cloud databases such as:
    • Snowflake
    • Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL
  • Solid knowledge of:
    • AWS Step Functions and orchestration/scheduling frameworks
    • Python and PySpark for large-scale data processing
  • Proven ability to design scalable, distributed data architectures

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience building enterprise data lake / lakehouse architectures
  • Familiarity with data governance, security, and compliance frameworks
  • Exposure to AI/ML data pipelines and analytics enablement
  • Strong consulting and stakeholder engagement skills

Work Model

This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days per week onsite in Hartford, CT.

Compensation

salary range: $110,000 – $130,000 base salary

Why Join Us?

At Cognizant, you’ll be part of a global community that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. You will work on cutting-edge technologies, influence enterprise-scale data platforms, and drive meaningful business outcomes.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected and valued.

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.

Additional employment information
Compensation 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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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, state or local laws.

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 retirement plans, financial education, 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.

Your path to Cognizant

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 1: Apply to the right opportunity

Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.

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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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