Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.
About the role
As a Snowflake DBA, you will make an impact by providing technical administrative support for Snowflake systems and applications across our enterprise data platform. You will be a valued member of the enterprise data platform team and work collaboratively with internal and external teams to design solutions that meet the needs of Snowflake-based applications. You will build resilient, scalable, and maintainable systems that serve the platform and all interfacing applications.
In this role, you will:
• Create and configure new Snowflake accounts, and design, implement, and support replication processes to ensure business continuity.
• Design, implement, and support data-sharing solutions for both inbound and outbound data exchanges.
• Design, implement, and support role-based access controls (RBAC) to properly secure enterprise data.
• Monitor cost and performance across Snowflake accounts and assist application teams with troubleshooting.
• Implement production application database changes and partner with teams on cloud infrastructure using Azure, Terraform, and Git.
Work model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 4 days a week in a Cognizant office in Buffalo, NY. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
• Hands-on experience administering Snowflake, including account configuration, RBAC, replication, and data-sharing solutions.
• Strong understanding of foundational cloud concepts with practical experience building in Azure, including Private DNS zones, Blob Storage, Private Endpoints, and Private Link as they relate to Snowflake.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform.
• Comfort with code versioning tools such as Git.
• Proven ability to monitor cost and performance across Snowflake environments and troubleshoot issues with application teams.
These will help you stand out
• Experience designing and supporting enterprise-scale data platforms with a focus on resilience and maintainability.
• Familiarity with data governance and security best practices in cloud-native environments.
• Strong communication skills to partner effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
We’re excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don’t hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation
Applications will be accepted until May 20, 2026
The annual salary for this position is between $110,000– $145,000 USD 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.
Acerca de Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) es un creador de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que conecta la inversión en IA con el valor empresarial mediante el desarrollo de soluciones de IA full‑stack para sus clientes. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, junto con su experiencia en procesos e ingeniería, permite incorporar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan resultados tangibles y mantienen a las empresas a la vanguardia en un entorno en constante cambio. Más información en cognizant.ai o @cognizant.
Información adicional sobre el empleo
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