About the Role
As an ETL Lead – Microsoft Fabric, you will make an impact by leading the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-scale data integration and analytics solutions. You will be a valued member of the Data Engineering team and work collaboratively with business stakeholders, solution architects, data engineers, product owners, and global delivery teams to build scalable, high-performing data platforms.
In this role, you will:
Lead the technical design and implementation of ETL/ELT solutions using Microsoft Fabric.
Design, develop, and optimize scalable data pipelines for batch and incremental data processing.
Build and enhance Microsoft Fabric components, including Data Factory Pipelines, Notebooks, Dataflows, Warehouses, Delta Tables, and API-based ingestion frameworks.
Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and cross-functional teams to define data integration requirements and deliver enterprise solutions.
Establish and maintain data quality, lineage, auditing, reconciliation, monitoring, and performance optimization processes.
Review ETL designs, code, and deployment strategies to ensure scalability, reliability, and adherence to best practices.
Support CI/CD, DevOps, release management, testing, and production deployment activities.
Lead issue resolution, root cause analysis, user acceptance testing (UAT), and production support efforts.
Work Model:
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various well-being programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days per week in a client or Cognizant office in Charlotte, NC.
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:
Proven experience leading ETL/ELT development and data integration initiatives in enterprise environments.
Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Fabric, including Data Factory Pipelines, Warehouses, Notebooks, Dataflows, Delta Tables, and data ingestion frameworks.
Strong experience designing and implementing scalable data warehouse and analytics solutions.
Solid knowledge of Azure data services and modern cloud-based data architectures.
Experience with source-to-target mapping, data profiling, data validation, and data quality management.
Strong SQL and data modeling skills with the ability to optimize complex data processing workloads.
Experience supporting DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, release management, and automated deployments.
Proven ability to collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and distributed delivery teams.
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis capabilities.
These will help you stand out:
Experience leading global or offshore delivery teams in large-scale data modernization programs.
Expertise in implementing data governance, lineage, observability, and monitoring frameworks.
Experience migrating legacy ETL platforms to Microsoft Fabric or Azure-based data ecosystems.
Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and modern data engineering best practices.
Relevant Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric certifications.
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.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until July 26, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $ 115,000 - $ 130,000 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.
Sobre a Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) é uma construtora de IA e fornecedora de serviços de tecnologia, criando a ponte entre o investimento em IA e o valor para as empresas por meio do desenvolvimento de soluções de IA completas para nossos clientes. Nossa profunda experiência em setores, processos e engenharia nos permite incorporar o contexto único de cada organização em sistemas tecnológicos que potencializam a capacidade humana, geram resultados tangíveis e mantêm empresas globais à frente em um mundo em rápida transformação. Saiba mais em cognizant.ai ou @cognizant.
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A Cognizant é uma empregadora que investe em equidade. Sua candidatura não será pautada em raça, cor, gênero, sexualidade, credo, origem, deficiência, gravidez ou qualquer outra característica protegida pelas leis brasileiras.
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