Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation

Performance Engineer with DB Tuning

Cognizant is seeking a skilled Performance Engineer with expertise in database performance tuning, application optimization, and performance monitoring tools. This role requires strong technical knowledge of databases, application architectures, and performance troubleshooting in SAP or similar enterprise platforms.

Required Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in performance engineering, including exposure to SAP or similar enterprise platforms/databases.
• Proven experience in database performance tuning and optimization.
• Strong skills in tuning SQL queries and stored procedures.
• Ability to conduct thorough root cause analysis to identify performance bottlenecks.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Perl, ABAP, Java, or C++.
• Experience with performance testing tools such as LoadRunner Enterprise, Apache JMeter, SoapUI, and Postman.
• Strong analytical skills, including data analysis, visualization, and end-to-end performance evaluation.
• Experience with service-oriented architecture (SOA) and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with application performance monitoring tools like Dynatrace and AppDynamics.
• Experience using profiling tools to identify performance issues efficiently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in performance assessment and optimization of applications built on SAP HANA.
• Familiarity with SAP BTP components such as API Management, SAP Integration Suite, Conversational AI, Data Intelligence, and AWS storage services.
• Experience with performance monitoring in SAP environments, including HANA DB Cockpit and SAP BTP Cockpit.
• Solid understanding of relational and in-memory databases.
• Knowledge of algorithms and computational complexity (Big-O notation).
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Understanding of Agile or Scrum development methodologies.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (H-1B, L-1B, L-1A, etc.)

Applications will be accepted until June 30th, 2025

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.

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 2024) 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.