ODI Architect

About Cognizant Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, helping organizations modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform experiences so they stay ahead in a fast-changing world. With over 300,000 associates globally, Cognizant combines a passion for client satisfaction, technology innovation, deep industry and business process expertise, and a global, collaborative workforce that embodies the future of work. We are consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world and among the best companies to work for. Our culture is built on a foundation of transparency, inclusion, and collaboration — empowering our people to grow and thrive both professionally and personally. At Cognizant, you won't just be part of a company; you'll be part of a community that is shaping the future of industries across the globe. Role Overview We are looking for an experienced ODI Architect to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-grade data integration solutions. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping scalable data architectures, optimizing performance, and supporting large-scale data migration and modernization initiatives. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that data integration platforms are robust, efficient, and aligned with evolving business and cloud strategies. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture and design of ODI-based data integration solutions Define and implement ETL/ELT frameworks, standards, and best practices Design and govern data migration strategies across enterprise systems Oversee setup, configuration, and management of ODI environments (Dev/Test/Prod) Optimize performance of ODI mappings, packages, and workflows Ensure data quality, security, and governance compliance across solutions Collaborate with data architects, engineers, and business stakeholders Support cloud migration initiatives and modernization programs Provide technical leadership and mentoring to development teams Required Experience & Skills Proven experience working with Oracle Data Integrator (ODI) Strong expertise in SQL, PL/SQL, and relational databases Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts (CDC, SCD, data modeling) Experience designing and delivering ETL/ELT and data integration solutions at scale Hands-on experience with data migration approaches (full load, incremental, delta processing) Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP, Snowflake) Strong understanding of data governance, quality, and compliance principles Preferred Qualifications Experience with Informatica IDMC or similar modern data integration platforms Knowledge of automation and scripting (Shell, Python, Groovy) Familiarity with data pipeline orchestration tools Experience in large-scale data warehouse transformations or cloud migrations Experience Level Typically 10+ years in data engineering, integration, or related roles Prior experience in an architect or technical leadership capacity Additional employment information 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. 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. If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India.