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Cognizant · 11 hours ago

Linux/Unix & Oracle Database Engineer

positionAlpharetta, GA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date8+ years exp

Cognizant is seeking a skilled Linux/Unix & Oracle Database Engineer with strong command-line experience and shell scripting abilities. The role involves supporting database-related operations, performing scripting-based automation, and optimizing application environments.

ConsultingIndustrial AutomationInformation TechnologySoftwareSoftware Engineering
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Responsibilities

Perform day-to-day tasks using Linux/Unix commands including file management, process monitoring, networking, permissions, and system navigation
Troubleshoot environment issues related to file systems, processes, resource utilization, and connectivity
Work across environments using terminal tools such as SecureCRT, SecureFX, and PuTTY
Develop and maintain Shell Scripts to automate operational tasks, data processing, deployments, and monitoring activities
Optimize existing scripts for performance, error handling, and maintainability
Ensure scripts follow best practices for reusability, logging, and security
Write complex queries using Oracle SQL and develop stored procedures, functions, and packages using PL/SQL
Utilize SQL Loader for bulk data loading, transformations, and migrations across environments
Perform debugging, tuning, and optimization of SQL and PL/SQL programs
Collaborate with DBAs and application teams to support database performance, data flows, and application dependencies
Work with tools such as Toad and SQL Developer for development, optimization, and querying
Use SecureFX for secure file transfer and manage database migration artifacts
Maintain database-related documentation including data flow processes, batch job details, and schema knowledge

Qualification

Linux/Unix commandsShell scriptingOracle SQL & PL/SQLSQL LoaderSecureCRTSecureFXToadSQL DeveloperAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsDetail-oriented

Required

8-10+ years of experience working with Linux/Unix environments and Oracle databases
Strong command over Linux/Unix commands
Strong command over Shell scripting
Strong command over Oracle SQL & PL/SQL
Strong command over SQL Loader
Hands-on experience with terminal and database tools: SecureCRT, SecureFX, PuTTY, Toad, SQL Developer
Solid understanding of database concepts including indexing, joins, transactions, functions, and procedures

Preferred

Knowledge of performance tuning (Oracle AWR reports, execution plans)
Experience with scheduling tools (Autosys, Cron)
Exposure to Git or CI/CD environments
Knowledge of data warehousing or ETL workflows

Company

Cognizant

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Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.
dateFounded in 1994
location
Teaneck, New Jersey, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.cognizant.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$0.24M
Key Investors
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
2025-03-08Post Ipo Equity
2016-11-18Post Ipo Equity· $0.24M
1998-06-19IPO

Leadership Team

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Ravi Kumar S
Chief Executive Officer
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Anil Cheriyan
CTO / EVP Strategy & Technology
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