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Azure Lead Engineer

Cognizant
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/7/2025
About The Role

As a professional specializing in Azure technologies, you will play a key role in designing and implementing scalable cloud solutions that support investment banking operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, enhance data management, and ensure secure and efficient cloud infrastructure.

In This Role, You Will

  • Design and implement scalable and secure cloud solutions using Azure Event Grid, Azure Functions, and Azure Logic Apps to meet business requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Azure Data Lake Store and Azure Data Factory into existing systems for enhanced data management.
  • Develop and maintain secure data storage solutions utilizing Azure Key Vault to protect sensitive information.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to development teams to ensure best practices in cloud architecture are followed.
  • Oversee the deployment and monitoring of cloud-based applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Analyze and optimize existing cloud solutions to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
  • Conduct regular assessments of cloud infrastructure to identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Work closely with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Stay updated with the latest Azure technologies and trends to continuously improve the company’s cloud capabilities.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in all cloud-related activities.
  • Contribute to the development of cloud strategy and roadmap to align with the company’s goals.
  • Facilitate knowledge sharing and training sessions to enhance the team’s understanding of Azure technologies.
  • Support the company’s purpose by driving innovation and efficiency through advanced cloud solutions.

Work model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring a combination of remote and in-office work. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

  • Strong expertise in Azure Event Grid, Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Data Lake Store, Azure Key Vault, and Azure Data Factory.
  • Solid understanding of investment banking operations and brokerage processes.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid work model.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry advancements.

These will help you stand out

  • Experience designing cloud strategies aligned with business goals.
  • Ability to mentor and lead technical teams in cloud architecture best practices.
  • Strong communication skills to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proven track record of optimizing cloud infrastructure for performance and cost-efficiency.

Compensation

Compensation for this role will be competitive and commensurate with experience with the salary expectation between $115,000-$125,000.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and professional growth. Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and opportunities for continuous learning and development.

Post Closing Date

Applications for this position will be accepted until October 31, 2025.

Salary : $115,000 - $125,000

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