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Architect

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Job summary

Architect role focused on designing and optimizing ServiceNow ITSM solutions for a global enterprise environment requiring ten to twelve years of experience in complex platform implementations and integrations with accountability for high quality delivery in a hybrid day shift work model without mandatory business travel.


Responsibilities

  • Design ServiceNow ITSM architectures that align with enterprise standards and produce scalable resilient and maintainable solutions that support long term platform growth and stability.
  • Define ServiceNow ITSM implementation roadmaps that prioritize value driven features and ensure predictable delivery aligned to stakeholder expectations and organization wide transformation goals.
  • Collaborate closely with product owners process owners and business partners to translate service management requirements into clear ServiceNow ITSM designs that drive measurable operational improvement.
  • Guide development teams in applying ServiceNow configuration patterns and best practices so that delivered ITSM modules remain consistent reliable and simple to maintain across environments.
  • Review technical designs and solution documents to ensure that ServiceNow ITSM implementations follow security guidelines performance baselines and reuse oriented component design.
  • Coordinate with integration specialists to define ServiceNow data and process integrations that ensure accurate information flow while protecting data quality and reducing manual effort.
  • Oversee environment strategies for ServiceNow ITSM including instance usage configuration migration and regression validation to support safe and repeatable releases in a hybrid work model.
  • Establish monitoring practices for ServiceNow ITSM performance availability and error handling so that incidents can be proactively detected investigated and resolved before business impact occurs.
  • Create and maintain platform standards reference models and reusable configuration patterns that accelerate future ServiceNow ITSM enhancements and reduce delivery risk.
  • Engage with operations and support teams to define runbooks and support procedures that enable efficient day to day platform operations and continuous service improvement.
  • Document architectural decisions design rationales and configuration guidelines in a structured repository so that future teams gain clear insight into platform behavior and constraints.
  • Mentor junior practitioners by sharing ServiceNow ITSM architectural techniques patterns and review feedback that strengthen overall team capability and solution quality.
  • Align ServiceNow ITSM solutions with organizational purpose by enabling more reliable incident change and request processes that improve employee experience and indirectly strengthen services delivered to society.

  • Qualifications

  • Require ten to twelve years of overall experience in enterprise information technology with significant focus on architecting and implementing large scale service management platforms.
  • Require extensive hands on experience designing configuring and optimizing ServiceNow ITSM modules including incident problem change request and knowledge management in complex environments.
  • Require strong exposure to hybrid work delivery models with proven ability to collaborate effectively using digital tools and to coordinate across distributed business and technical stakeholders.
  • Require practical experience with ServiceNow scripting workflows and configuration management to the extent needed to review solutions and guide teams toward maintainable implementation choices.
  • Require familiarity with IT service management frameworks such as ITIL and the ability to interpret process requirements into practical ServiceNow configurations that enhance operational efficiency.
  • Prefer experience integrating ServiceNow with enterprise tools for monitoring identity management and asset management using commonly adopted integration techniques focused on reliability and security.
  • Prefer background in performance tuning and capacity planning for ServiceNow instances including design choices that manage data growth maintain response time and uphold user satisfaction.
  • Prefer prior involvement in migration or upgrade projects where legacy service management solutions were transitioned into standardized ServiceNow ITSM architectures with minimal disruption.
  • Prefer strong communication and documentation skills that support clear explanation of architectural options tradeoffs and impacts to both business partners and technical contributors.

  • Certifications Required

    ServiceNow Certified System Administrator and ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist IT Service Management


    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.

    Your path to Cognizant

    Wondering what to expect after you apply? Here’s a peek at our recruitment process—and keep in mind that not all candidates advance through every step and the process may vary depending on your role and location.

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    Step 1: Application

    Find an open role that aligns with your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Consider joining our Talent Community if you don’t find the right opportunity.

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    Step 2: Recruiter call

    If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short introductory call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills align with the role.

    Step 3: Interview(s)

    If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll meet with one of our hiring managers. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

    Step 4: Final decision

    Our hiring team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This process may take some time because we want to get it right—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

    Benefits that help you thrive and grow

    Our teams achieve incredible things when they feel fully supported. That’s why our benefits program is built around the diverse needs of our people—so they can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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

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    Physical and mental wellbeing

    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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    With 90% of our associates building skills through GenAI training, job shadowing, industry certifications and more, you have everything you need to build a full career.

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    Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

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