Join Cognitive Stars India as a Data Engineer to design robust Python-based ETL pipelines, work with Azure and Databricks, and enable predictive analytics for supply chain operations. Based in Pune or Jaipur.

About the Company

Cognitive Stars India Pvt. Ltd. is a data-driven technology solutions provider specializing in supply chain analytics, AI/ML implementations, and enterprise data engineering. The company works closely with clients in manufacturing and retail sectors, leveraging modern cloud platforms to deliver actionable insights. With a focus on innovation and quality, Cognitive Stars India fosters a collaborative environment where engineers can work on challenging real-world datasets and cutting-edge technologies.

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer with 2-4 years of experience to join our team in Jaipur or Pune. This is a work-from-office role where you will be responsible for building scalable data pipelines that process information from enterprise systems such as SAP and OCPLM. You will collaborate closely with analytics teams to enable predictive and prescriptive models for supply chain operations. The ideal candidate has strong Python and SQL skills, hands-on experience with Azure Data Lake and Databricks, and a practical understanding of machine learning concepts.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build robust, reusable Python-based ETL pipelines to process data from enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, OCPLM, etc.).
• Clean and transform raw data for downstream use in analytics, ML, and visualization tools.
• Collaborate with analytics teams to enable predictive and prescriptive models for supply chain operations.
• Contribute to data automation efforts using Python or cloud-native scheduling tools.
• Work with cloud technologies, especially Azure Data Lake and Databricks, to scale and operationalize workflows.
• Ensure data integrity, quality, and traceability through every step of the pipeline.
• Stay updated with AI/ML techniques and support model readiness with structured data.

Tech Stack

• Languages & Libraries: Python, Pandas, NumPy, SQL
• Cloud & Big Data: Azure Data Lake, Databricks
• ML Libraries: scikit-learn, XGBoost (as needed)

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in data engineering or analytical programming roles.
• Strong programming skills in Python for data transformation and automation.
• Good command over SQL for querying and joining large datasets.
• Familiarity with Azure Data Lake, Databricks, or similar cloud platforms.
• Solid analytical thinking and problem-solving ability in working with complex, real-world datasets.
• Practical knowledge of Azure ML and ML Development is highly preferable.
• Understanding of ML concepts like regression, classification, forecasting (hands-on not mandatory).
• Ability to understand enterprise data structures from systems like SAP or OCPLM, even without direct system access.

Not specified in the job listing. Typical benefits for similar roles in Indian IT firms may include health insurance, provident fund, and performance bonuses.