Join Cognizant as a Lead Data Analyst in a hybrid work model and turn complex Life & Annuities datasets into actionable insight. You’ll design robust SQL solutions, elevate data quality and governance, and deliver reports and dashboards that inform strategy—all while mentoring teammates and optimizing analytics workflows.
- Company: Cognizant
- Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)
- Type: Full-time
- Salary: Up to $100k/ yr (Expected)
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze Life & Annuities datasets to reveal trends that influence business decisions.
- Develop and maintain SQL queries/scripts across Cloud SQL, MS SQL Server, and PL/SQL.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into analytical deliverables.
- Implement data validation and cleansing to ensure accuracy and integrity.
- Create dashboards and comprehensive reports to communicate insights and recommendations.
- Optimize data processes and workflows to reduce redundancy and improve efficiency.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior analysts.
- Conduct data audits and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Support data governance policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Plan and execute data tasks to meet project timelines with high quality.
- Apply advanced analytical techniques to solve complex business problems.
- Leverage insights to enhance customer experience and drive business growth.
Qualifications
- Proficiency with Cloud SQL, MS SQL Server, and PL/SQL.
- Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken).
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Effective in a hybrid environment; able to balance onsite and remote work.
- Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn new data technologies and methods.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related discipline.
Compensation & Benefits
- Eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program (performance-based).
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays + PTO
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
