Lead Database Analyst (Remote)

Job Title: Database Analyst (Remote)

Location

Remote (Supporting customer project across global time zones as required)

Employment Type

Full-Time / Contract (as applicable)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Database Analyst to support a customer-facing project through remote delivery. The Database Analyst will be responsible for analyzing, designing, maintaining, and optimizing database solutions to ensure data integrity, performance, and availability. This role will work closely with customer stakeholders, application teams, and data consumers to support business and technical requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into efficient database designs
• Design, develop, and maintain relational and/or NoSQL databases to support customer applications
• Perform data analysis, data profiling, and data validation to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Optimize database performance through indexing, query tuning, and capacity planning
• Develop and maintain SQL queries, stored procedures, views, and functions
• Monitor database health, availability, and performance; proactively identify and resolve issues
• Support data migration, data integration, and data transformation activities
• Ensure data security, compliance, and access control in line with customer and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with application developers, architects, and business analysts across distributed teams
• Create and maintain technical documentation, data dictionaries, and operational runbooks
• Provide production support, root cause analysis, and issue resolution as needed

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• 4+ years of experience as a Database Analyst or in a similar data-focused role
• Strong hands-on experience with SQL and relational databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL)
• Experience in data analysis, data modeling, and database design
• Solid understanding of database performance tuning and optimization techniques
• Experience working in remote or distributed team environments
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with customer teams

Nice to Have / Preferred Skills

• Experience with cloud-based databases (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL, etc.)
• Exposure to NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB, etc.)
• Experience with ETL tools, data integration platforms, or data pipelines
• Familiarity with data governance, data quality, and compliance frameworks
• Prior experience working on customer-facing or managed service projects
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum delivery models

Work Environment & Expectations

• Role will be performed fully remote, with regular interaction with customer stakeholders
• Flexibility to support customer time zones and attend virtual meetings as required
• Strong emphasis on ownership, accountability, and quality delivery

About Cognizant’s IoT Practice:

Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes. Without human-centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things—but with it, our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all.

Salary and Other Compensation:

• The annual salary for this position is between $128,000 – $150,000 + Bonus depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
  This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
  Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• 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
  Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

• Applications will be accepted until April 19th , 2026
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The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.