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Infra. Solution Architect Manager

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Job Summary

Required Skills & Attributes

  • Strong experience in Business Systems Analysis.
  • Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions and manage enterprise applications.
  • Knowledge of integrations, SaaS platforms, and enterprise technology ecosystems.
  • Strong stakeholder management and vendor management skills to support cross-functional alignment and platform delivery.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong communication skills and accountability.
  • Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, transformation-driven environments.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

  • Experience supporting large-scale transformation programs, including HR or talent technology modernization initiatives.
  • Experience with advanced integrations, data architecture, and AI-enabled solutions.
  • Strong understanding of vendor strategy, product roadmapping, and enterprise technology decision-making.
  • Experience working in highly matrixed organizations.
  • Strategic thinking and the ability to influence without direct authority.
  • Proactive approach to innovation and continuous improvement.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Own and manage technical architecture and support for key enterprise applications, ensuring stability and performance.
  • Translate business requirements into system designs, enhancements, and actionable technical solutions.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams (business, product, and engineering) to deliver system updates and resolve issues.
  • Partner with vendors to support platform implementation, optimization, and contract-related activities.
  • Support ongoing transformation initiatives and drive alignment through governance, communication, and shared forums.

Prior Experience, Industry Background & Domain Expertise

  • Experience working in enterprise technology environments, preferably supporting HR, Talent Acquisition, CRM, or other business-critical platforms.
  • Experience with large-scale transformation or modernization initiatives, including system migrations and digital transformation programs.
  • Experience working with vendor-driven ecosystems and third-party SaaS solutions.
  • Experience in highly matrixed, regulated, or global organizations.
  • Domain expertise in recruiting technology, workforce systems, or customer/candidate engagement platforms.
  • Proven ability to influence cross-functional decisions and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

AI Skills

  • Understanding of AI/ML concepts, including predictive modeling, natural language processing, and generative AI.
  • Experience working with AI-enabled features within enterprise applications such as automation, candidate matching, and chatbots.
  • Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI to improve business processes, efficiency, and user experience.
  • Familiarity with data quality, data governance, and AI-driven outcomes.
  • Strong curiosity and adaptability to keep up with emerging AI trends and technologies.
  • Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to improve productivity, documentation, data analysis, decision-making, and delivery quality.
  • Maintain awareness of evolving AI capabilities and apply them appropriately to business and technology initiatives.

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.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] for roles based in the Americas or [email protected] for roles based in India.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

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

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Financial wellbeing

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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Your career, your way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities explore new technologies, industries and locations—and build the skills you need to grow your career.

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Real-world impact

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.

Your path to Cognizant

Here’s what you can expect from our hiring process. Please keep in mind that it may vary by role and location. Explore our FAQs to learn more.

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Step 1: Apply to the right opportunity

Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.

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Step 2: Connect with your recruiter

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

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Step 3: Show off your skills

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

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Step 4: Decision time

Our team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

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