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About Cognizant Corporate

Cognizant Corporate is a global community united by a shared purpose: to make a meaningful impact. We are committed to excellence and driven by outcomes that matter. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, and our forward-thinking mindset fuels continuous learning, innovation, and growth.

At Cognizant, careers transcend titles. We empower our people to think strategically, inspire others, and lead with purpose – always guided by our core values. Join us in shaping the future of business.

About the Role

As a Deal Solution Architect, you will play a critical role in driving digital transformation for our clients in India. You will be responsible for architecting winning solutions for large and medium sized deals (USD 25 to 50 million) in both the private and public sectors. This role requires a deep understanding of various technologies, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to navigate complex RFP processes.

As a key member of the team, you will collaborate closely with technical experts, delivery partners, commercial teams, legal, finance, contract management teams, and customer stakeholders to develop compelling and competitive solutions. You will have the opportunity to influence strategic deal pursuits, optimize technical and commercial outcomes, and contribute to business growth while working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

In this role, you will:

  • Analyze RFPs and lead QandA sessions with customers alongside technical experts.
  • Develop compelling and competitive solutions that align with organizational guidelines and leverage best practices.
  • Collaborate effectively with multiple technical teams delivery partners commercial legal finance and contract management teams.
  • Manage solution versions integrate components from various technical towers and ensure a cohesive final response.
  • Optimize estimations technical solutions and project costs.
  • Own the final solution response and ensure its completeness.
  • Share effort and cost details with finance for commercial solution development.
  • Support the commercial team in deal negotiations and auctions.
  • Assist legal contract and delivery teams in drafting Statements of Work (SOWs).
  • Communicate deal summaries to leadership and present solutions to internal review boards.
  • Defend solutions with customers and manage risks associated with the solution development process.
  • Model SLA penalties and analyze commercial risks.
  • Design RACI matrices across internal teams partners and customers.
  • Report deal unit economics and benchmark against organizational guidelines.
  • Embrace our vibrant culture by striving for excellence, focusing on meaningful outcomes, and collaborating effectively. Take ownership, build relationships, and focus on personal growth to drive business strategy and foster an inclusive culture, creating unmatched career opportunities and impactful work.

What You Must Have to Be Considered

  • Proven experience in architecting solutions for large scale digital transformation projects.
  • Strong understanding of ERP implementations and other platform-based solutions (e.g. SAP RISE Salesforce ServiceNow).
  • Experience with multi tower multi-year IT outsourcing engagements.
  • Familiarity with hybrid cloud architectures ( VPC Network Connectivity DC DR Compute & Storage types Security ) modern data architectures and observability concepts.
  • Understanding of API management cybersecurity principles and agile methodologies.
  • Knowledge of different commercial models (effort-based task catalog outcome based etc.).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure and manage competing priorities.
  • Proficiency in Office 365 especially MS Excel.
  • Experience with Low-Code No-Code platforms.
  • Knowledge of bot-based solutions and automation in software engineering or application support.
  • Familiarity with Generative AI and its application in automating daily work.
  • TOGAF
  • A strong sense of ownership, desire to create meaningful outcomes, and passion for work that serves a greater good for customers, communities, or global challenges.
  • The embodiment of Cognizant’s Values of: Work as One, Dare to Innovate, Raise the Bar, Do The Right Thing, & Own It.

These Will Help You Succeed

  • Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills across technical, commercial, and business teams.
  • Ability to manage complex deal pursuits with multiple workstreams and dependencies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Experience presenting solutions to leadership teams and governance boards.
  • Ability to balance technical, commercial, and contractual considerations while designing solutions.
  • Strong negotiation support and risk management capabilities.

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.

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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