Cognizant

Database Engineer

Cognizant
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3 months ago
Guadalajara, MexicoSenior

Responsibilities

  • Perform database administration activities including monitoring, tuning, capacity planning, and troubleshooting.
  • Develop Python scripts and tools for automation, data processing, and system integration.
  • Optimize query performance, indexing strategies, and data models across database and search platforms.
  • Ensure high availability, security, and data integrity of search and database systems.
  • Collaborate with application and data engineering teams on integration and performance improvements.

Requirements

  • Strong expertise in OpenSearch, Couchbase, and database administration.
  • Strong experience with Oracle, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL.
  • Solid database administration fundamentals, including performance tuning, backup and recovery, and high availability/disaster recovery.
  • Proficiency in Python for automation, APIs, and scripting.
  • Experience with REST APIs, data integration, and distributed systems.
  • Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP cloud environments.
  • Advanced English proficiency is required.

Benefits

  • Ongoing support and funding for training and development plans.
  • Competitive benefits and salary package.
  • Opportunities to work for leading global companies.
  • Hybrid work arrangement in Guadalajara, Mexico City, Monterrey, or Queretaro, Mexico.
  • Inclusive, non-discriminatory workplace culture with career growth and development opportunities.

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BackendData Engineering
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About Cognizant

10,000+ employees

Cognizant is a public IT services and consulting firm that designs, builds, and runs enterprise technology, including digital engineering, cloud modernization, data/AI, and managed services. It sells consulting, systems integration, and outsourcing on multi-year engagements to large enterprises in healthcare, banking, retail, communications, and manufacturing. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, Cognizant is NASDAQ-listed (CTSH) and a Fortune 500 company.

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