We seek a highly skilled and dynamic MuleSoft Pre-Sales Solution Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a technical expert with a strong understanding of MuleSoft's Anypoint Platform and its integration capabilities, combined with excellent communication and presentation skills. As a key member of the Pre-Sales team, you will work closely with sales, customers, and technical teams to design and articulate integration solutions that effectively address business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the technical lead in pre-sales engagements, demonstrating the value of MuleSoft's platform through tailored presentations, demos, and proof-of-concept implementations.
Collaborate with sales teams to understand customer requirements and propose the best integration solutions using MuleSoft.
Design end-to-end integration architectures, ensuring alignment with customer business goals and technical environments.
Develop and deliver technical presentations to both technical and non-technical audiences, showcasing the capabilities and benefits of MuleSoft.
Build and maintain strong customer relationships as a trusted advisor throughout the pre-sales cycle.
Collaborate with MuleSoft and partner ecosystems to leverage best practices and resources in designing optimal solutions.
Stay updated on the latest MuleSoft features, industry trends, and competitor offerings to provide informed recommendations to clients.
Support RFP/RFI processes by providing detailed technical input and solution design.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Proven experience in a Pre-Sales or Solution Architect role, preferably with MuleSoft or similar integration platforms.
Strong understanding of APIs, integration patterns, microservices, and MuleSoft Anypoint Platform.
Hands-on experience with MuleSoft tools, including API Manager, Runtime Manager, and Anypoint Studio.
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex integration challenges.
Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging with both technical and executive stakeholders.
Knowledge of common enterprise technologies such as databases, SaaS platforms, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Salesforce), and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
Relevant certifications such as MuleSoft Certified Integration Architect or Developer are highly desirable.
Ability to travel as required for client engagements.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with DevOps practices and tools as they relate to integration.
Knowledge of industry-standard protocols (SOAP, REST, JMS) and data formats (JSON, XML).
Exposure to various verticals like retail, finance, or healthcare is an advantage.
What you can expect
• Join a growing team in a large organization with local empowerment where you can make a difference.
• A healthy work-life balance with flexible working conditions and the possibility to work from home.
Applications are accepted until 03/31/2025.
The annual salary for this position is between $180,000 – 195,000, depending on the 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 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.
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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 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.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. 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 protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
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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.