Engagement Delivery Lead - AWS Cloud & Snowflake
Location: McLean, VA (3 days onsite)
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Engagement Delivery Lead | AWS Cloud | Snowflake | Client Leadership | McLean, VA (Onsite)
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and technically strong Engagement Delivery Lead to drive strategic data and cloud transformation initiatives for a key client. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in AWS Cloud, Snowflake Data Platform, and Enterprise Data Solutions, coupled with exceptional client-facing and leadership skills.
This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to client leadership, manage large-scale delivery engagements, collaborate with technical and business stakeholders, and ensure successful execution of cloud and data programs. We are looking for a "go-getter" who can proactively solve problems, influence stakeholders, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of AWS Cloud and Snowflake-based transformation programs.
- Act as the primary engagement leader and trusted advisor for client executives and senior stakeholders.
- Drive program governance, delivery planning, risk management, and executive reporting.
- Partner with client leadership to define strategic roadmaps and technology solutions.
- Collaborate with architects, engineering teams, product owners, and business stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
- Provide technical guidance on AWS cloud services, data platforms, Snowflake architecture, and modernization initiatives.
- Manage delivery teams across onsite and offshore locations.
- Ensure adherence to project timelines, quality standards, and budget objectives.
- Identify opportunities for account growth, client expansion, and additional service offerings.
- Lead executive-level meetings, steering committees, and business reviews.
- Mentor and guide technical teams while fostering a high-performance culture.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
- 12+ years of IT experience with 5+ years in Delivery Leadership or Engagement Management roles.
- Strong hands-on understanding of AWS Cloud technologies and cloud-native architectures.
- Deep knowledge of Snowflake Data Warehouse, Data Engineering, and Analytics ecosystems.
- Experience delivering large-scale cloud migration, modernization, and data transformation programs.
- Proven success managing senior client stakeholders and executive leadership teams.
- Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies and program governance.
- Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- AWS Certification (Solutions Architect, Professional, or equivalent).
- Snowflake Certification.
- Experience in Financial Services, Banking, Insurance, or Consulting environments.
- Prior experience managing multi-million-dollar technology engagements.
- Strong understanding of data architecture, ETL/ELT frameworks, and cloud governance.
Key Skills
- Engagement Management
- Delivery Leadership
- AWS Cloud
- Snowflake
- Data Engineering
- Cloud Migration
- Program Management
- Client Relationship Management
- Executive Stakeholder Management
- Agile Delivery
- Solution Architecture
- Risk & Issue Management
What We Are Looking For
- A proactive leader who takes ownership and drives outcomes.
- Strong executive presence with the ability to engage client leadership.
- Technically credible in AWS and Snowflake discussions.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to influence teams and stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
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 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 la
Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration.
If you are content with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you!
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