Snowflake Cortex AI Tester

Senior Data Testing Engineer – Snowflake & AI Testing

Job Summary
Cognizant is seeking an experienced Senior Data Testing Engineer to join our Data Engineering and Quality Assurance team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality, integrity, reliability, and performance of enterprise data platforms, data pipelines, and AI-powered solutions.

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automated sing frameworks for data platforms, data warehouses, data lakes, and ETL/ELT processes.
• Validate data transformations and business rules to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency, and integrity across systems.
• Perform source-to-target data validation, reconciliation, and end-to-end data quality sing.
• Develop and execute complex SQL queries to validate data models, transformations, and reporting outputs.
• Conduct performance validation and sing to ensure efficient utilization of Snowflake resources and optimal platform performance.
• Collaborate with Data Engineering, Analytics, Product, and Business teams to define sing strategies and quality standards.
• Integrate automated sing solutions into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous sing and rapid deployment of data assets.
• Identify, document, prioritize, and track defects through resolution while driving root-cause analysis and process improvements.
• Support sing and validation of AI-driven data solutions, including applications leveraging Snowflake Cortex AI capabilities.
• Create and maintain s plans, s cases, automation assets, and quality metrics documentation.
• Mentor and guide junior QA and Data Testing Engineers on sing best practices, automation techniques, and Snowflake technologies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on data quality, sing efficiency, and engineering excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of experience in Data Quality Assurance, Data Testing, or Data Engineering with a significant focus on sing and validation.
• Deep hands-on experience with Snowflake, including architecture, data structures, performance optimization, and best practices.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and experience developing complex queries for data validation and analysis.
• Strong experience sing complex ETL/ELT pipelines and modern data integration solutions.
• Experience working with tools and frameworks such as dbt, Fivetran, or similar data engineering technologies.
• Experience designing and implementing automated data sing frameworks.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts, dimensional modeling, and data quality principles.
• Experience integrating automated sing into CI/CD environments.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with experience working in Agile delivery teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience or strong familiarity with Snowflake Cortex AI.
• Experience sing AI, machine learning, or generative AI-enabled applications.
• Knowledge of cloud-based data architectures and modern data platforms.
• Experience with data observability, monitoring, and quality management tools.
• Relevant Snowflake, cloud, or data engineering certifications.

Why Cognizant

• Work on enterprise-scale data and analytics platforms.
• Collaborate with global teams and industry-leading clients.
• Grow your career in a high-impact, data-driven environment.
• Be part of a culture focused on innovation, inclusion, and excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process. Please contact us if you require accommodation or assistance.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $100,000 – $115,000 per year
Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and location
Eligible for performance-based bonuses and incentive compensation

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, life insurance, disability coverage
• Time Off: Generous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave
• Learning & Development: Training programs, certifications, and career advancement opportunities
• Flexible Work Model: Hybrid work environment supporting work-life balance
• Employee Programs: Wellness initiatives, employee resource groups, and recognition programs