Cognizant is a Large IT Consulting Firm that leverages modern technologies to improve a variety of business operations. As our team continues to grow, we are currently looking to hire additional Teams Leads. This role is On Site, and all candidates must reside in the United States.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
If you’re a dynamic leader with a passion for operational excellence and innovation, we invite you to join our forward-thinking team and contribute to the future of autonomous vehicle operations. Apply today!
Key Responsibilities
Operations Management
- Be responsible for and ensure seamless 24/7 AV operations while maintaining service continuity.
- Implement and govern efficient shift management processes.
- Monitor and maintain compliance with SLAs while ensuring KPIs are consistently met.
- Conduct regular performance reviews to assess and enhance staff performance.
- Develop and implement contingency plans to mitigate operational disruptions.
- Ensure all activities are pre-planned, structured, and driven with precision.
Maintain up-to-date operational documentation and standard operating procedures.
Vendor Management
- Manage vendor relationships to ensure adherence to program metrics and contractual obligations.
- Hold vendors accountable through performance reviews and issue resolution.
- Develop productive partnerships to optimize vendor performance and service delivery.
Performance Management
- Conduct regular performance reviews to evaluate and improve staff capabilities.
- Provide mentor and professional development opportunities to build a high-performing team.
- Address performance gaps through corrective actions and support mechanisms.
- Nurture a positive, collaborative, and growth-oriented work environment.
Reporting and Reviews
- Prepare and present comprehensive weekly, monthly, and quarterly business reviews.
- Analyze operational data to identify trends, insights, and areas for improvement.
- Deliver detailed performance reports to stakeholders with actionable recommendations.
Problem Solving
- Proactively identify and resolve operational challenges to ensure business continuity.
- Develop innovative solutions to improve efficiency and productivity.
Perform effectively and make decisions in fast-paced, high-pressure scenarios.
Required Skills and Experience
- Proven track record managing 24/7 operational environments.
- Availability to travel Internationally for new Markets when required.
- Strong understanding and application of SLAs and KPI-driven management.
- Demonstrated experience in vendor management and holding vendors accountable.
- Exceptional organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
- Adept at thriving under pressure with a proactive, solution-oriented mentality.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively across teams.
- Expertise in performance management, including reviews, coaching, and corrective measures.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Prior experience in the autonomous vehicle industry or a similar field.
- Ability to implement industry best practices and innovative approaches to operations.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until July 9th, 2026.
The annual rate for this position is $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
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 yearly rate, 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
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge 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, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
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, provincial or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
