Title:

Senior Database Developer

Responsibilities:

· Lead small teams responsible for the design and implementation of efficient database schemas to support application functionality

· Develop and manage database migrations between development, staging, and production environments

· Provide technical leadership including constructive code reviews and design guidance to team members

· Collaborate with development teams to integrate databases into applications

· Ensure data integrity and security through proper access controls and backups

· Work with clients to understand business requirements, prioritize work and provide advanced database-related problem diagnosis and resolution

Key Qualifications:

· A desire to lead a small team and previous experience doing so

· Strong background in database design and management systems

· Strong background using AWS and/or Microsoft Azure cloud services

Proficiency in SQL and relational database concepts Experience with database migrations and schema evolution Familiarity with version control systems for database artifacts Ability to write efficient SQL queries and indexes Knowledge of database performance tuning techniques

· Experience collaborating with development teams

· Experience with common Java or .NET technologies and frameworks

· Experience with web technology stacks

Requirements:

· Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering preferred

· 10+ Experience with relational databases, development and optimization of complex SQL queries, and ORM tools such as Hibernate

· Experience with API-oriented design and REST

· Experience gathering and clarifying requirements from different organizations

· Knowledge of Agile Methodology and CI/CD process

· Outstanding attention to detail

· Located in US EST or CST time zones

Desired:

· Experience with specific database management systems (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL)

· Familiarity with ORM frameworks

· Knowledge of data modeling tools and techniques

· Experience with CI/CD pipelines for database deployments

· Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker

The annual salary for this position is between $1,30,000 – $1,56,000 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.
Applications will be accepted until 02/09/2025

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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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.