Description
Cognizant, a fortune 200 company, is a large IT consulting firm that leverages modern technologies to improve usiness teams. We are looking to hire a Mapping System Specialist to join our team in Bothell. This team works on keeping Maps Data current and reflective of real-world changes. They work on issues submitted by end users of Maps or tests the location results of user queries submitted via Search (Web) or Maps interface. The Mapping System Specialist is a domain specific subject-matter expert in functionality, features, and purpose of tools, applications, and infrastructure. They are expected to improve processes by finding ways to better utilize existing tools or by suggesting better configuration, additional features, or functionality. This role is fully onsite in Bothell.
Role & Responsibilities
- Draft tools requirements documents (ORDs).
- Conduct black-box testing of new tool features and provide detailed feedback.
- Manage domain issue configurations, configuration files, and run batch issue creation/mutation scripts, Read/Create regular expressions
- Support Geo Mapping Data Technicians by creating and improving configurations to improve daily workflows.
- Use GIS skills to support the geo data processing lifecycle from ingestion to submission.
- Document and quantify the impact of suggested feature/functionality or infrastructure changes.
- Use of SQL, JavaScript & object oriented programming concepts, Python and Suggest snippets to improve the code and application / tool functionality ; Refine to implement algorithms to improve edit outputs
- Build and maintain data pipeline(s) as required
- Triage and debug complex issues impeding workflows, and resolve and document edge-cases
- Cross pollinate tooling solutions throughout teams and projects.
- Leverage Machine Learning and artificial intelligence output data to continually improve system tooling and workflows
Desired Skills & Experience
- A bachelor’s degree in business, information technology, or a related field
- 3-4 years of experience in a business analysis or a related field
- Technological savviness – with knowledge of – troubleshooting steps (for any app/tool) , experience and expertise in SQL, JavaScript / Appscript
- Knowledge of object oriented programming concepts implementation (C, C++ etc) and python
- Deep understanding of feature protos and ability to understand the technical architecture
- Strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail, reasoning and analytical thinking , ability to deep dive into data and derive insights
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact multiple stakeholders
- Comfortable with a rapidly-changing environment
- Basic understanding of Data science packages (Numpy, Pandas) and frameworks (PySpark, Tensor flow)
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other business analysis tools
- In addition to these general requirements, We require specific technical skills, such as advanced knowledge and experience with SQL,dashboarding, spreadsheets, presentations on data, data mining, or programming languages.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
Hourly Rate and Other Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position is between $40 – $50 per hour, 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 hourly rate, 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.
Qualifications
Technical Skills
SNo Primary Skill Proficiency Level * Rqrd./Dsrd. 1 Speaking English PL2 Required 2 Customer Service PL2 Required
* Proficiency Legends
Proficiency Level Generic Reference PL1 The associate has basic awareness and comprehension of the skill and is in the process of acquiring this skill through various channels. PL2 The associate possesses working knowledge of the skill, and can actively and independently apply this skill in engagements and projects. PL3 The associate has comprehensive, in-depth and specialized knowledge of the skill. She / he has extensively demonstrated successful application of the skill in engagements or projects. PL4 The associate can function as a subject matter expert for this skill. The associate is capable of analyzing, evaluating and synthesizing solutions using the skill.