Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced AppDynamics Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the deployment configuration and optimization of our application performance monitoring (APM) tools. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of AppDynamics and a strong understanding of performance tuning for enterprise applications. You will work closely with development operations and infrastructure teams to ensure the seamless monitoring of application performance availability and user experience.
Extensive experience with AppDynamics (installation, configuration, and management) in large-scale enterprise environments.
· Solid knowledge of APM concepts, including transaction tracing, service monitoring, database performance, and end-user experience tracking.
· Strong understanding of application architectures (monolithic, microservices, containerized) and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Performance Tuning & Monitoring:
· Experience with performance tuning for distributed systems and databases.
· Expertise in identifying and resolving application performance issues such as memory leaks, thread contention, and slow database queries.
Tools & Integration:
· Knowledge of integrating AppDynamics with other monitoring and incident management tools (e.g., Splunk, PagerDuty, ServiceNow).
· Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practice
About us
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.
Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high-caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
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.
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Disclaimer:
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.
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