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Lead Data Engineer | Azure Databricks and PySpark

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Ready to build data platforms that actually make an impact?

We’re looking for a hands-on Lead Data Engineer who loves solving complex data problems and building scalable solutions with Azure Databricks, Spark, and PySpark.

You’ll lead the design and development of high-performance data pipelines, help shape engineering best practices, and work with teams across the business to turn data into meaningful insights.

What You’ll Do

  • Design and build scalable data pipelines using Azure Databricks, Spark, and PySpark
  • Lead end-to-end data engineering solutions from design through production
  • Optimize Spark workloads, clusters, and jobs for performance, reliability, and cost
  • Integrate data from multiple sources into trusted, analytics-ready datasets
  • Build strong data quality, monitoring, and validation into every pipeline
  • Establish coding standards, reusable frameworks, and engineering best practices
  • Partner with architects, product teams, and business stakeholders to solve real-world data challenges
  • Mentor engineers through design reviews, code reviews, and technical guidance
  • Explore new Databricks and Spark capabilities and bring the best ideas into production

What We’re Looking For --> Must have 13+ years of total experience with DW space.

  • Strong hands-on experience with Azure Databricks-- 5 + years-- Must have to be considered
  • Deep expertise in Spark / PySpark, Python, and SQL
  • Experience building large-scale ETL/ELT data pipelines
  • Strong understanding of data modeling and distributed data processing
  • Experience with performance tuning and Databricks cluster optimization
  • Knowledge of Delta Lake, ADLS, ADF, Unity Catalog, CI/CD, and Azure DevOps is a plus
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to lead and mentor engineering teams

Bonus Points

Experience working with hospitality, travel, booking, customer, or operational data.

If you enjoy building smart, scalable data solutions and want to see your work directly influence business and customer experiences, this could be a great fit.

Exempt Roles (up to AD Level)

Note: Compensation range should extend from the minimum to P75, consistent with the job family and level.

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Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $120-135Kdepending 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 la

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.

Applicants for US based positions must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The company is unable to provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for US based positions.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] for roles based in the Americas or [email protected] for roles based in India.

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 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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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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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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