**We are Cognizant Artificial Intelligence** Digital technologies, including analytics and AI, give companies a once-in-a-generation opportunity to perform orders of magnitude better than ever before. However, clients need new business models built from analyzing customers and business operations at every angle to really understand them. With the power to apply artificial intelligence and data science to business decisions via enterprise data management solutions, we help leading companies prototype, refine, validate and scale the most desirable products and delivery models to enterprise scale within weeks **Job Duties and Responsibilities:** **Job Summary** Join our diverse team as a Technical Lead where you will use your expertise in Python Automation Azure Databricks Hadoop Administration and Cloudera Data Platform. You will play a crucial role in driving technical perfection and innovation. Your contributions will improve our data infrastructure ensuring detailed operations and impactful outcomes for our clients and society. **Responsibilities** + Lead the design and implementation of automation solutions using Python to optimize workflows and improve efficiency. + Supervise the deployment and management of Azure Databricks ensuring robust data processing and analytics capabilities. + Provide authoritative administration of Hadoop clusters ensuring high availability and performance for data-driven applications. + Collaborate with multi-functional teams to integrate Cloudera Data Platform solutions enhancing data management and accessibility. + Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all technical processes and configurations. + Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in data management and security. + Solve and resolve sophisticated technical issues minimizing downtime and ensuring flawless operations. + Mentor and guide junior team members fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. + Conduct regular performance assessments of data systems implementing enhancements as needed. + Coordinate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives and requirements. + Drive innovation by exploring and implementing new technologies and methodologies in data management. + Facilitate effective communication between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders ensuring transparency and understanding. + Supervise industry trends and advancements recommending pivotal initiatives to maintain competitive advantage. **Qualifications** + Possess proven experience in Python Automation demonstrating the ability to develop efficient and scalable solutions. + Have in-depth knowledge of Azure Databricks with a demonstrable record of successful deployments and management. + Demonstrate expertise in Hadoop Administration ensuring high performance and reliability of data systems. + Show proficiency in Cloudera Data Platform with experience in integrating and optimizing data solutions. + Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to fix and resolve sophisticated technical issues. + Display good interpersonal skills capable of optimally collaborating with teams with multifaceted strengths and partners. **Certifications Required** + Cloudera Certified Administrator for Apache Hadoop (CCAH) Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate **Salary and Other Compensation:** The annual salary for this position is ($109,000- 133,000) depending on the 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 + 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. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.