Sr data engg

About the Position

We are seeking a Sr Data Engineer to design scalable data solutions using BigQuery ML and Python, focusing on advanced analytics and machine learning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end cloud data architectures that leverage BigQuery and BigQuery ML to deliver scalable analytics platforms that support complex business reporting and predictive modeling needs for diverse stakeholder groups.
• Develop robust machine learning solutions in BigQuery ML using Python-based feature engineering and model evaluation practices that improve decision quality across critical business processes and external customer services.
• Optimize data warehouse structures and BigQuery query performance by defining partitioning strategies, clustering approaches, and cost control mechanisms that ensure efficient use of resources and rapid insight generation.
• Collaborate with product owners, data scientists, and engineering teams to translate analytical requirements into technical blueprints that integrate BigQuery data assets, Python workflows, and downstream consumption layers.
• Establish standards for data ingestion, transformation, and storage in BigQuery, including reusable patterns for Python-based pipelines to ensure reliability, auditability, and consistent data quality across projects.
• Create architecture documentation and solution diagrams that clearly describe data flows, security controls, and integration touchpoints enabling teams to implement BigQuery and Python solutions with confidence and alignment.
• Guide teams on best practices for experimenting with BigQuery ML models, including model selection, training, validation, and monitoring to ensure models remain accurate, ethical, and relevant to business objectives.
• Coordinate hybrid work collaboration by defining processes and tools that support effective communication, code review, and design validation for team members working both onsite and remotely in day shift.
• Ensure security and compliance requirements are embedded into all BigQuery and Python solutions by applying encryption, access control policies, and data governance principles that protect sensitive information and build stakeholder trust.

Requirements

• BigQuery
• BigQuery ML
• Python

We Offer

• Annual Salary: Between $100,000 and $140,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
• Benefits:
  • 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

About the Company

Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a technology services and AI solutions developer. We bridge the gap between AI investments and real business value by developing holistic full-stack AI solutions for our clients. With our deep industry, process, and engineering expertise, we integrate the specific needs of businesses seamlessly into technology systems. This way, we unlock human potential, achieve tangible results, and secure the critical edge for global companies in a rapidly changing world. Learn more at cognizant.ai or follow us on Twitter.

Additional Employment Information

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Applicants may be required to participate in interviews in person or via video conference. Additionally, you may be required to present a valid government-issued photo ID at each interview.

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Physical and Mental Health

We empower you to put your well-being first-through paid time off, flexible work models where possible, health benefits, counseling, our Mental Health Allyship program, and more.

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With over 350,000 positions at Cognizant, you have the opportunity to explore new technologies, industries, and locations-and build the skills you need to advance your career.

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