Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.). Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and we are among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.
Practice - AIA - Artificial Intelligence and Analytics
About AI & Analytics: Artificial intelligence (AI) and the data it collects and analyzes will soon sit at the core of all intelligent, human-centric businesses. By decoding customer needs, preferences, and behaviors, our clients can understand exactly what services, products, and experiences their consumers need. Within AI & Analytics, we work to design the future - a future in which trial-and-error business decisions have been replaced by informed choices and data-supported strategies. By applying AI and data science, we help leading companies to prototype, refine, validate, and scale their AI and analytics products and delivery models. Cognizant’s AIA practice takes insights that are buried in data and provides businesses a clear way to transform how they source, interpret, and consume their information. Our clients need flexible data structures and a streamlined data architecture that quickly turns data resources into informative, meaningful intelligence.
Location: Wilmington DE (Onsite)
We are seeking a Sr. Architect with extensive experience in AWS Snowflake and Unix to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 11 to 14 years of experience and a strong background in the Cards and Payments domain. This role involves designing and implementing robust solutions that align with our business objectives and enhance our technological capabilities.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and implementation of scalable and secure cloud-based solutions using AWS.
- Oversee the integration of Snowflake for data warehousing and analytics purposes.
- Provide expertise in Unix to ensure optimal performance and reliability of systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
- Develop and maintain architectural documentation to ensure clarity and consistency across projects.
- Conduct regular reviews of system architecture to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in the Cards and Payments domain.
- Mentor and guide junior team members to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure alignment of technical solutions with business goals.
- Monitor system performance and implement optimizations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Stay updated with the latest technological advancements and incorporate relevant innovations into the architecture.
- Facilitate effective communication between technical and non-technical team members to ensure project success.
- Manage project timelines and deliverables to ensure timely completion of tasks.
Qualifications:
- Possess strong expertise in AWS Snowflake and Unix with a proven track record of successful implementations.
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the Cards and Payments domain including industry standards and regulations.
- Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
- Have a solid understanding of data warehousing concepts and best practices.
- Show proficiency in designing and implementing scalable cloud architectures.
- Display strong leadership and mentoring abilities to guide junior team members.
- Possess excellent communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders and team members.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $130,000 – $145,000 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
