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Product Manager (Consulting Manager)- Banking & Finance Consulting

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Product Manager, Banking & Finance Consulting

San Francisco, CA, USA (On-site)

About Cognizant Consulting

Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we’re looking for our next colleague who’ll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you?

About the Role

As a Product Manager, Banking & Finance Consulting, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering digital banking experiences by leading product initiatives focused on Entitlements and Client Onboarding capabilities. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, designers, architects, and engineering teams to define customer journeys, create product roadmaps, and ensure successful execution of high-impact digital banking solutions.

You will be a valued member of Cognizant Consulting’s Banking & Financial Services practice and will work closely with client stakeholders, product teams, technology teams, and delivery partners to drive measurable business outcomes.

In this Role, You Will

  • Serve as the Product Manager for Entitlements and collaborate closely with Onboarding teams for digital banking applications.
  • Define and document end-to-end client journeys, translating business requirements into product capabilities.
  • Create and manage Epics, Features, and User Stories aligned to strategic product objectives.
  • Partner with UX/UI design teams to create intuitive, compelling, and client-centric digital experiences.
  • Collaborate with architecture and technology teams to enable seamless, scalable, and secure customer journeys.
  • Work with Agile development teams to estimate, prioritize, and prepare User Stories for sprint execution.
  • Track critical paths, dependencies, risks, and milestones across product initiatives.
  • Ensure alignment with business stakeholders and partner organizations to support successful product delivery.
  • Drive product backlog management and prioritization activities while maintaining a focus on customer value.
  • Support continuous improvement through data-driven decision making and product performance analysis.

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 On-Site position requiring 4-5 days per week in a client office in San Francisco, California. 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 and may change based on business and client requirements.

What You Must Have to Be Considered

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Technology, Engineering, Finance, or a related discipline.
  • 3–5 years of experience in Product Management, Product Ownership, or related Agile product delivery roles.
  • Experience creating and managing Epics, Features, User Stories, and Product Backlogs.
  • Experience developing and delivering digital product experiences.
  • Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Experience working within Agile and Scrum delivery environments.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to translate complex business requirements into actionable product capabilities.

These Will Help You Succeed

  • Experience within Banking, Financial Services, or Digital Banking environments.
  • Knowledge of client onboarding, entitlement management, authentication, or access management capabilities.
  • Experience working with journey mapping, process flows, and customer experience design.
  • Familiarity with digital transformation initiatives and enterprise-scale banking platforms.
  • Exposure to Agile product management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms.
  • Experience partnering with architecture, UX, and engineering teams to deliver digital solutions.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Compensation

The annual salary for this position is expected to be between $110,000 and $129,000 USD, depending on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Benefits

Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Contributions (where applicable)
  • Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Wellbeing Programs
  • Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Learning, Certification, and Professional Development Opportunities
  • Employee Recognition and Wellness Programs

Posting Closing Date

8 August 2026

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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