Technical Program Manager - AWS

About the role

As a Technical Program Manager – AWS, you will make an impact by leading and delivering complex AWS-based programs that drive business value, operational excellence, and client satisfaction. You will be a valued member of the delivery leadership team and work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders, engineering teams, and client partners to ensure successful execution across the program lifecycle.

**Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future**

In this role, you will:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of AWS-based programs, ensuring quality, timelines, and stakeholder satisfaction
• Drive estimation, resource planning, and governance to support successful program execution
• Oversee service delivery performance, including SLAs, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Identify, manage, and mitigate risks across the delivery lifecycle using structured governance practices
• Leverage metrics, reporting, and data-driven insights to improve delivery outcomes and decision-making

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 2–3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Atlanta, Georgia. 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

• Strong, hands-on experience with AWS and Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) technologies
• Proven experience (8–12+ years) in technical program or delivery management roles within cloud environments
• Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale delivery initiatives and manage cross-functional teams
• Experience working within global delivery models (offshore–onsite) and managing L2/L3 support operations
• Strong capabilities in project governance, financial management (budgeting, cost optimization), and Agile delivery execution

These will help you stand out

• Ability to guide cloud architecture decisions and optimization strategies
• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives using KPIs and performance metrics
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills to build high-performing teams
• Experience managing support and maintenance engagements ensuring service stability
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across global teams

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position depends on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, 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 law.