Informatica MDM Technical Lead

About The Role

As an Informatica MDM Technical Lead, you will make an impact by designing, implementing, and governing enterprise Master Data Management solutions that improve data quality, consistency, and business decision-making across the organization. You will be a valued member of the Data Management team and work collaboratively with architects, product owners, business stakeholders, data governance teams, and engineering teams to deliver scalable MDM solutions.

In This Role, You Will

• Lead the design and implementation of Informatica MDM solutions across Customer, Product, Supplier, Reference Data, and other master data domains.
• Define and optimize MDM architecture, data models, match and merge strategies, survivorship rules, and hierarchy management frameworks.
• Partner with business and data governance stakeholders to establish data quality standards, stewardship processes, and governance practices.
• Design and deliver integrations between Informatica MDM and enterprise platforms, including CRM, ERP, data warehouses, cloud applications, and other business systems.
• Provide technical leadership through solution design, code reviews, mentoring, performance optimization, release planning, and implementation best practices.
  
  

Work Model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance at a client or Cognizant office in Toronto, Ontario.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What You Need To Have To Be Considered

• 8+ years of experience in Data Management, including 5+ years working with Informatica MDM Multidomain solutions.
• Strong expertise in Informatica MDM Hub, Match & Merge configuration, trust frameworks, survivorship rules, hierarchy management, and data stewardship.
• Experience designing and implementing batch and real-time data integration solutions.
• Hands-on experience with Informatica Data Quality (IDQ).
• Strong SQL and database expertise with platforms such as Oracle, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL.
• Experience with Informatica PowerCenter and/or Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services (IICS).
• Strong understanding of Master Data Management, Data Governance, and Data Quality best practices.
• Experience integrating MDM platforms with APIs, enterprise applications, and cloud-based solutions.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and effectively communicate with business and executive stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• These will help you stand out
• Experience with Informatica Axon Data Governance and Enterprise Data Catalog (EDC).
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Exposure to modern data platforms including Snowflake and Databricks.
• Knowledge of Python and Apache Spark for data engineering and automation initiatives.
• Informatica MDM, IDQ, or Cloud certifications.
• Experience working in Agile or Scrum delivery environments.
• Experience leading distributed onshore and offshore teams.
  
  

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

We regularly assess market data to ensure we offer a competitive compensation package for our associates. The base salary for this position ranges between $120,000 - $140,000 per year. Where the successful candidate may fall within the range depends on relevant education, work and/or management experience and other business-related and job-necessary qualifications. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual performance-based bonus, as well as benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you'd be beneficial to this role.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Applications will be accepted until October 25, 2026.