SQL Database Administrator/Developer

Responsibilities:

• Deployment & Configuration
• Provision SQL Server on Azure/AWS VMs (Windows/Linux)
• Configure storage, networking, and backup settings
• Tune operating system settings (e.g., disk alignment, NUMA config) for SQL Server performance
• Provision and configure cloud-native databases using portal, CLI, or templates
• Set performance tiers (DTUs, vCores) and scaling options
• Apply security policies and maintenance windows via platform features. Administer and support SQL Server workloads across Azure/AWS IaaS (VMs) and PaaS (Azure SQL, Managed Instances, AWS RDS)
• Preferred to have Knowledge in Attunity and Delphix tools

Skills:

• Database Development
• PowerShell expertise
• AlwaysOn
• PostgreSQL DBA
• RBAC
• Azure Active Directory

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

Qualifications:

• Experience: 6-8+ years
• Required Skills: Database Development, PowerShell expertise, AlwaysOn, PostgreSQL DBA, RBAC, Azure Active Directory
• Scripting Knowledge in different languages

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until 09/25/2025
The annual salary for this position is between $79,000– $92,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and is subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Application Deadline:

Applications will be accepted until 09/25/2025

Job Highlights:

• Full-time