About the role
We are seeking a skilled Senior ETL Developer (SSIS, C#, SQL) to support our data‑integration and transformation initiatives in Pleasanton, CA. In this role, you will work across complex data environments to design and optimize ETL workflows, ensure data quality, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions. You will also contribute to modernization efforts, including future Azure cloud adoption, while helping strengthen best practices within the team.
In this role, you will:
· Design, develop, optimize, and maintain SSIS packages for complex ETL and data‑integration workflows
- Manage data extraction, transformation, and loading from multiple source systems into target databases or data stores
- Ensure data quality, accuracy, performance, and reliability across ETL processes
- Actively participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, stand‑ups, reviews, and retrospectives
- Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and QA teams to understand requirements and deliver scalable solutions
- Implement and support CI/CD pipelines for ETL deployments using Azure DevOps
- Conduct code reviews, enforce ETL best practices, and provide guidance to junior team members
- Troubleshoot production issues and deliver timely root‑cause analysis and fixes
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation for ETL design, workflows, and operational procedures
- Support migration and modernization initiatives, including future Azure cloud integration
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 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Pleasanton, CA. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. These may change based on the project you are engaged in, as well as evolving business and client requirements. We will always be transparent about role expectations.
Please note: Some roles may require in‑person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations based on project needs.
What you need to have to be considered
· Strong hands‑on experience with SSIS for ETL and data‑integration development
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
- Practical knowledge of Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
- Solid understanding of data quality, performance tuning, and troubleshooting within ETL processes
This will help you stand out
· Exposure to Azure cloud services (planned for future adoption)
- Experience mentoring junior developers or contributing to best‑practice frameworks
- Background supporting modernization or cloud‑migration initiatives
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $65,447 to $117,000 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.
*Please note, this role cannot offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
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