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Technical Lead - Tuxedo / Pro*C / Oracle

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Technical Lead - Tuxedo / Pro*C / Oracle

About the role

As a Technical Lead - Tuxedo / Pro*C / Oracle, you will make an impact by leading the design, support, modernization, and continuous improvement of mission-critical enterprise applications. You will be a valued member of the engineering team, collaborating closely with business stakeholders, product owners, architects, support teams, and development partners to deliver stable, scalable, and high-performing solutions. This role requires strong technical leadership and deep expertise across Tuxedo, Pro*C, Oracle technologies, Unix/Linux environments, and production support operations.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead technical delivery from requirements analysis through implementation, deployment, and production stabilization.
  • Investigate and resolve complex production issues across Tuxedo, Pro*C, Oracle SQL/PLSQL, Unix/Linux, interfaces, and batch processing environments.
  • Drive root cause analysis (RCA) activities and implement permanent corrective actions to improve platform stability and performance.
  • Partner with business and product teams to gather requirements, provide solution recommendations, and translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • Support application releases, code deployments, production validations, and post-release monitoring activities.
  • Mentor developers and support teams on best practices, troubleshooting approaches, system design, and technical problem solving.
  • Identify system performance bottlenecks and implement tuning strategies across application, database, and infrastructure layers.
  • Proactively communicate project risks, dependencies, estimates, technical constraints, and remediation plans to stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence and service-level commitments are consistently achieved.

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 (3 days office/ 2 days remote) in Deerfield, IL requiring attendance at a client office as defined by project needs. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

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

  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise application development and support.
  • Strong expertise in Oracle Tuxedo, Pro*C, C/C++, Oracle Database, SQL, and PL/SQL.
  • Extensive experience with Unix/Linux operating systems and Shell Scripting.
  • Proven experience leading technical teams and owning end-to-end delivery of complex application initiatives.
  • Strong troubleshooting, debugging, incident management, and root cause analysis skills in production environments.
  • Experience working directly with business users, product owners, and stakeholders on requirements gathering and solution design.
  • Experience supporting batch processing, integrations, middleware components, and distributed enterprise applications.
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), release management, and deployment processes.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and technical leadership skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

These will help you stand out

  • Experience within Healthcare or Retail Pharmacy domains.
  • Experience supporting large-scale, business-critical production systems.
  • Knowledge of application modernization and legacy platform transformation initiatives.
  • Experience with system performance monitoring, capacity planning, and operational excellence programs.
  • Exposure to cloud adoption, modernization strategies, or enterprise architecture initiatives.
  • Experience working within global delivery and cross-functional teams

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.

Compensation

The annual salary for this position ranges from $100,000 to $132,000, depending on experience and qualifications. This role is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, subject to performance and applicable plan terms.

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.

About Cognizant: 
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Additional employment information
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.

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.

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Our benefits program is built with you in mind—so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.

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Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

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