Cognizant jobs in Pleasanton, CA - 1420 jobs

About the role We are looking for a hands‑on, detailed‑oriented Hardware Test Engineer to support product manufacturing and testing. This role involves setup, testing, and troubleshooting hardware down to the subsystem level requiring strong electronics knowledge and flexibility to work in labs, test facilities, and field locations. Responsibilities Provide technical support across engineering and non‑technical teams. Triage and debug hardware issues at system, sub‑system, and component levels. Analyze field failures and identify root causes. Troubleshoot PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly), SMT, and IC related issues. Execute test plans, perform repairs, and document findings. Location Based on the business requirements you will be working onsite at a client office in Mountain View, CA. Required Qualifications 2+ years of experience in hardware diagnostics, repair, or technical support. Strong grasp of electrical theory and troubleshooting. Experience debugging electronics at board/system level. Proficiency with lab tools (multimeters and oscilloscopes). Ability to read schematics and mechanical CAD drawings. Ability to assemble prototype systems and cable harnesses from drawings. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Preferred Qualifications Soldering and hot air rework proficiency. Familiarity with Python or LabView scripting. Experience with Linux command line. Eligibility Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future. Compensation The annual salary range for this position is between $75,000.00 - $109,500.00, 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 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 hourly rate, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading technology firm is seeking a Brand Technical Specialist based in San Francisco, CA. This role focuses on building relationships with clients to understand their needs and delivering tailored technical solutions that address business challenges. A background in Computer Science or related fields, as well as strong communication skills, are essential. Candidates should be motivated self-starters ready to engage with new customers and achieve sales objectives. The position may require approximately 25% travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading technology company is seeking a Principal Applied AI Scientist to define AI and foundation models' strategic vision, lead groundbreaking research initiatives, and mentor technical talent. Candidates should have a PhD in Computer Science, 8+ years of industry experience, and proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks. This role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and the application of advanced AI for real-time data processing. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered in a flexible work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Introduction Technology Sales at IBM is evolving its way of working to break beyond boundaries with innovative approaches. Preferring to 'show' vs. 'tell' we're looking for recent graduates who want to combine their technical interests and education with the people skills needed to prospect and co-create with customers, partners, and colleagues on solutions to our clients' most complex business challenges. In a world where technology moves at speed, it's essential that we stay ahead of the curve to provide tailored solutions that meet our clients' needs. It's not enough for us to have the technical expertise, we need to be great with people - to empathize, understand, and collaborate on technical solutions that will improve lives all over the world. A Brand Technical Specialist role within IBM means you're providing clients with the heartbeat of their digital enterprise. A subject matter expert on a solution that's secure, reliable, scalable, sustainable, and can integrate with hybrid cloud and AI, you'll be co-creating with colleagues and clients to deliver the engine that sits at the centre of their digital transformation's success. IBM's comprehensive onboarding and industry leading learning culture will set you up for positive impact and success, whilst ongoing development will continually advance your career. Our sales environment is collaborative and experiential. Part of a team, you'll be surrounded by bright minds - always willing to help and be helped- as you apply passion to work that will compel our clients to investin IBM's products and services. Your role and responsibilities As a Brand Technical Specialist, you'll work closely with clients to develop relationships, understand their needs, earn their trust and show them how IBM's industry leading solutions will solve their problems whilst delivering value to their business. Your primary responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Building Credibility and Trust: Through consultative methods at all levels, both internally and externally, to facilitate the closure of highly complex deals. Developing Proposals: Build propositions for clients to grow their businesses by solving strategic and tactical business problems with IBM's proven technology solutions. Delivering Proof of Concepts: Deliver proof of concepts and simplify complex technical subjects for client education. Defining and Detailing IBM Solutions: Design feasible IBM solutions that complement and enhance clients' existing tech stacks. Sales Prospecting: Apply IBM's sales methodology to identify new clients and opportunities for expansion with existing clients through multiple channels (email, phone, video creation, social media) - this includes a considerable amount of cold calling. Supporting Teams for Sales Opportunities: Provide support to your team of Business Development and technical colleagues to identify and create up-/cross-sell opportunities within your assigned territory. To be successful in this role, you will need: Confidence to contact and engage potential new customers and deliver an elevated experience. Motivation to achieve sales, business objectives and high client satisfaction. Aptitude to utilize selling technologies to network, engage clients, and identify new business opportunities. Embrace curiosity and a growth mindset. You may work with any of the following technologies: Data, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Cloud, Security or Systems Hardware. Opportunities are available in: Austin, TX, Atlanta GA, Boston MA, Chicago IL, Dallas TX, New York NY, Raleigh NC, San Francisco CA, Costa Mesa, CA and Washington DC. Approximately 25% travel may be required in this role, based on client needs and needs of the business. ~ IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship. Required technical and professional expertise Technical Education: B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent technical experience. Client Focused: Asks open-ended questions and understands needs to address business challenges. Tech Savvy: Conversant about technology, latest industry trends and how it is being applied to address business challenges. Team Player: Demonstrates team collaboration and can navigate different communication styles. Excellent Communication Skills: Possess verbal, written, and interpersonal skills that are engaging, compelling and influential. Self-Starter: Motivated to work with clients and can lead projects independently. Preferred technical and professional experience Programming coursework or experience a plus. Prior work experience in client sales or service. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Senior Consultant - Healthcare Consumer Digital Strategy Infosys Consulting is seeking a skilled Senior Consultant to support and lead consumer digital strategy and experience work for our healthcare clients. This role requires strong analytical ability, digital fluency, and hands‑on experience with human‑centered design, UX research, and experience analysis. Senior Consultants are critical delivery leaders who run workstreams, create high‑quality deliverables, and ensure momentum, accuracy, and clarity in engagements. If the candidate's background is in UX or experience design, they will also lead the UX design track, producing high‑quality IA, wireframes, prototypes, research plans, and usability testing outputs. About the Role The Senior Consultant is a workstream leader and core project contributor. You will conduct research, structure problems, analyze data, design user experiences, build deliverables, and support the engagement manager with day‑to‑day progress tracking, risk identification, and stakeholder coordination. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on work - from mapping journeys to interviewing users, analyzing operational processes, synthesizing insights, and creating polished client deliverables in PowerPoint. You do not need to sell technology, but you must understand how digital capabilities and AI enable better consumer experiences and operational outcomes. Key Responsibilities 1. Workstream Leadership & Delivery Execution Lead one or more workstreams within a larger engagement, ensuring tasks, timelines, risks, and dependencies are well managed. Conduct structured problem‑solving, data synthesis, and experience analysis. Manage day‑to‑day project activities, track progress, flag issues, and escalate risks early. Prepare and deliver executive‑ready materials using strong PowerPoint and storytelling skills (non‑negotiable). 2. Research, Analysis & Insight Generation Conduct user, stakeholder, competitive, and market research to inform experience strategy. Execute qualitative and quantitative research such as: User interviews Usability testing Heuristic evaluations Content analysis Journey mapping Analyze health plan operations, digital capabilities, and policy/process constraints to identify experience barriers and opportunities. Translate research insights into clear recommendations and design implications. 3. Human‑Centered Design & UX Leadership (If UX Practitioner) Lead UX design for their workstream or the entire engagement. Create IA, wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and annotated design specifications. Collaborate with design, product, and engineering teams to refine requirements. Validate concepts through user testing and feedback loops. Ensure experiences support adoption, usability, accessibility, and regulatory compliance. 4. Consumer Digital Strategy & Experience Support Support digital strategy development through research, synthesis, journey analysis, and evaluation of current‑state capabilities. Help build experience blueprints, target‑state concepts, and roadmaps. Evaluate operational, technical, and organizational blockers to digital adoption. Support KPI development, measurement frameworks, and impact analysis. 5. Client Collaboration & Communication Work directly with client stakeholders to gather inputs, test ideas, and present insights. Support facilitation of workshops, interviews, and working sessions. Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication in all client‑facing interactions. Build trust through professionalism, preparedness, and quality of work. 6. Practice Development & Team Contribution Contribute to internal POVs, assets, and templates for digital strategy and experience work. Support the growth of our healthcare consumer digital practice through research, thought leadership, and project excellence. Mentor Analysts and Consultants with guidance on analysis, UX methods, deliverable quality, and consulting fundamentals. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in healthcare consulting, digital consulting, consumer experience, UX design, or product‑related roles. Experience in at least two or more health plan operational areas (claims, enrollment/billing, contact center, UM/PA, A&G, benefits, provider operations, etc.). Hands‑on experience conducting user research, synthesizing insights, and creating journey maps or experience analyses. Strong understanding of digital platforms and enabling technologies - including how AI can enhance digital experiences. Exceptional PowerPoint and communication skills - must produce polished, executive‑ready client deliverables. Proven ability to manage tasks independently, structure workstreams, and deliver high‑quality outputs with minimal oversight. Comfortable coordinating across business, digital, operations, and UX/design stakeholders. Ability to travel up to 50%, depending on client requirements. Must be a Resident of an Infosys Consulting Hub Location of California, New York, New Jersey, Georgia, Massachusetts or reside within a 2‑hour driving distance from one of these hubs. Candidates authorized to work for any employer in the United States without employer‑based visa sponsorship are welcome to apply. Infosys is unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this role at this time. Preferred Qualifications Experience in health plan digital experience, service design, or consumer engagement roles. UX or research background with portfolio demonstrating IA, wireframes, flows, prototypes, and test outputs. Experience measuring digital experience performance, adoption, and operational impacts. Familiarity with health plan regulatory, compliance, and accessibility requirements. Exposure to Agile or hybrid delivery models. Strong analytical skills, including the ability to derive insights from research, operational data, or competitor evaluations. Estimated Compensation Estimated annual compensation range for candidate based in CA, NJ and NY will be $130,000 to $177,000. Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Long‑term/Short‑term Disability Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal) 401(k) plan and contributions dependent on salary level Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off About Us Infosys Consulting is a next‑generation consulting partner that bridges strategy and execution. With an AI‑first mindset, deep industry knowledge, and the combined strengths of business and technology consulting, it helps enterprises turn bold vision into tangible outcomes, faster, smarter, and at scale. Infosys Consulting is helping some of the world's most recognizable brands transform and innovate. Our consultants are industry experts that lead complex change agendas driven by disruptive technology. With offices in 20 countries and backed by the power of the global Infosys brand, our teams help the C‑suite navigate today's digital landscape to win market share and create shareholder value for lasting competitive advantage. EEO Statement Infosys provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. Infosys provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading technology consulting firm is seeking a Senior Consultant specializing in IT Applications for Energy and Utility. This role involves supporting complex projects, ensuring alignment with business strategies, and building strong client relationships. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years in IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and effective communication abilities. This position is based in San Francisco with occasional travel requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading technology company is seeking a Principal Product Manager for their Enterprise Security division in San Francisco. This role involves defining and delivering SIEM capabilities crucial for security teams, along with engaging customers to inform product development. Applicants should have a strong background in security operations, product management, and excellent communication skills. Join us in making a global impact by addressing today's cybersecurity challenges. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Meet the Team Join the Campus Connectivity & Competitive Technical Marketing team-an elite group of engineers committed to shaping Cisco's competitive strategy and driving product excellence. We are looking for driven, curious, and highly technical individuals who thrive at the intersection of cutting-edge networking technologies, market dynamics, and customer impact. This role provides a unique opportunity to influence Cisco's portfolio by deeply understanding competitor offerings and helping define what the next generation of enterprise networking should look like. Your impact As a Competitive Technical Marketing Engineer, you will strengthen Cisco's position across Campus Switching, Routing, Wireless, Security, and Cloud-managed solutions by conducting in-depth competitor research and comparisons with Tier 1 vendors across campus networking. You will perform hands-on competitive testing and validation on Cisco platforms versus multi-vendor alternatives, and analyze industry trends and emerging technologies to guide product strategy. In collaboration with Product Management, Engineering, UX, CX, and Sales, you will define customer needs and influence product roadmaps. You will participate in architectural reviews and provide strategic recommendations based on competitive insights, validate early product concepts with customers, and advocate for their requirements throughout the product lifecycle. You will develop technical content including whitepapers, playbooks, test reports, demos, benchmark studies, deployment guides, and sales materials. Additionally, you will deliver technical training globally through webinars, workshops, recorded sessions, and events, and represent Cisco at major industry events such as CiscoLive, GSX, and partner conferences. Finally, you will provide technical leadership and escalation support for strategic competitive opportunities via the Cisco Global Win Center. You will lead technical discussions with customers and partners to educate on Cisco architectures and guide network design, serving as a trusted expert on competitor capabilities and market positioning. Minimum Qualifications Bachelors + 8 years related experience, OR Masters + 6 years, OR PhD + 2 year. Strong foundational expertise in enterprise networking-including switching, routing, wireless, and network security fundamentals. Hands-on experience with production network designs and/or multi-vendor campus infrastructures. Demonstrated ability to perform technical research, competitive analysis, or solution testing. Strong presentation, communication, and technical writing skills. Proficiency with content development tools (PowerPoint, Word, Camtasia, or similar). Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications CCNP-level knowledge; CCIE-level expertise strongly preferred. Experience with network policy, identity solutions, and campus network automation or management platforms. Familiarity with Spirent Test Center, IXIA BreakingPoint, or similar test/validation tools. Experience with Meraki, Cisco Catalyst Center, or multi-vendor cloud management platforms. Prior experience in Technical Marketing, Sales Engineering, Customer Experience, or Product Management. Ability to travel up to ~10% Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada The starting salary range posted for this position is $168,800.00 to $241,200.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $168,800.00 - $277,400.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $148,800.00 - $248,200.00 For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading tech company seeks a Competitive Technical Marketing Engineer to enhance its market position. The role involves extensive competitor research, hands-on testing, and influencing product roadmaps. Candidates should have strong networking knowledge and solid experience in technical roles. This position provides an opportunity to drastically impact enterprise networking strategies and product development while collaborating across various teams. This role is pivotal for driving Cisco's success in the competitive landscape. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Engineering Product Manager - Enterprise Security Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back. Job Summary: As a Principal Product Manager for Splunk Enterprise Security (ES), you will define and deliver the core SIEM capabilities that security teams depend on to detect, investigate, and respond to threats. You will serve as a technical leader and customer advocate, driving the product roadmap through deep engagement with practitioners, detection engineers, and security leaders across industries. This role requires a blend of technical depth, domain expertise, and a passion for working directly with customers. You'll collaborate closely with engineering, UX, threat research, and field teams to bring customer-driven features to life and ensure Splunk ES continues to lead the SIEM market. Key Responsibilities: Technical Product Leadership : Lead the design and delivery of sophisticated SIEM capabilities - including triage and investigation workflow, and automation and response integrations. Customer Engagement: Act as the voice of the customer by engaging directly with enterprise security teams to understand operational workflows, sophisticated SOCs, and investigation/response challenges. Build long-term relationships with power users, security architects, and CISOs. End-to-End Use Case Ownership : Drive analyst-centric workflows for threat detection, triage, investigation, and response. Ensure seamless integration across the Splunk security portfolio, including SOAR, SAA, and AI/ML features. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with Engineering and UX on technical design and delivery. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Support, and Customer Success to ensure alignment on messaging, enablement, and customer adoption. Data-Driven Decision Making : Use telemetry, usage analytics, and feedback loops to prioritize investments and measure success. Competitive & Market Intelligence : Stay ahead of market trends, customer needs, and competitor moves. Translate those insights into product opportunities and strategic differentiators. Evangelism and Thought Leadership : Represent Splunk at customer briefings, webinars, industry events, and threat research discussions. Champion customer use cases and influence internal partners with real-world context. What We're Looking For: Security Operations Expertise : Proven experience in security operations, with a deep understanding of threat detection, incident response, and security information and event management (SIEM) systems. Proven Product Management Experience : Extensive experience in product management roles, preferably within the cybersecurity domain, demonstrating a track record of successful execution to bring security products to market. Strong Customer Orientation : Skilled at working directly with technical customers, understanding their environment, and translating needs into actionable requirements. Excellent Communication Skills : Able to convey technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences - from detection engineers and architects to executive partners. Execution and Ownership : Strong organizational skills, with the ability to drive cross-functional initiatives and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. Preferred : Familiarity with Splunk platform capabilities (e.g., Search Processing Language, data onboarding, dashboards, data models) and technical expertise around Splunk Security portfolio (e.g., Enterprise Security, SOAR, SAA, TIM, UBA). Why Join Splunk? At Splunk, we're solving the world's most ambitious problems in data and security. You'll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation, transparency, and impact. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work, to try new things, and to challenge the status quo in pursuit of excellence. By joining the team, you'll Lead in the Industry : Develop the future of SIEM by building innovative capabilities that address real-world investigation and response challenges. Make a Global Impact : Help thousands of organizations around the world better defend themselves from evolving cyber threats Grow Your Career : Access outstanding opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and leadership development in a constantly evolving space. Be You, With Us : Thrive in a people-first culture that prioritizes diversity, flexibility, and work-life balance. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $191,400.00 to $281,400.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $191,400.00 - $323,600.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $176,100.00 - $287,900.00 For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements. Cisco is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A global consulting firm seeks a Principal Consultant for Payments Transformation to lead a strategic initiative on High-Value Payments for a financial institution. Ideal candidates possess extensive payments domain experience and proven program management skills, specifically in transforming legacy systems and working with complex payment architectures. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement and a solid understanding of regulations. Competitive salary range is between $168,000 and $234,000 annually, with generous benefits including health insurance and 401(k) contributions. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading technology firm in San Francisco is looking for an innovative engineer to develop generative AI applications. This role requires a PhD in a relevant field and backend development experience, preferably in Go or Python. You will work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with world-class teams to create and implement AI solutions. Cisco offers a competitive salary and a collaborative work environment that fosters growth and innovation. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A career in IBM Consulting is rooted by long-term relationships and close collaboration with clients across the globe. You'll work with visionaries across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Your ability to accelerate impact and make meaningful change for your clients is enabled by our strategic partner ecosystem and our robust technology platforms across the IBM portfolio Your role and responsibilities Configure Workday Payroll setup including pay components, tax, and compliance rules per Workday methodology Integrate payroll with HR and time tracking systems. Conduct parallel and validation testing. Support go-live and post-launch stabilization. Maintain compliance with tax and regulatory changes. This job can be performed from anywhere in the US. Required education Bachelor's Degree Required technical and professional expertise Bachelor's in Accounting, HR, or Business. 5 - 7 years of payroll system experience, with 3+ years in Workday Payroll. Knowledge of tax and compliance requirements. Strong analytical and audit capabilities. Preferred technical and professional experience Government and/ or K-12 experience preferred ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT IBM Consulting is IBM's consulting and global professional services business, with market leading capabilities in business and technology transformation. With deep expertise in many industries, we offer strategy, experience, technology, and operations services to many of the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Our people are focused on accelerating our clients' businesses through the power of collaboration. We believe in the power of technology responsibly used to help people, partners and the planet. YOUR LIFE @ IBM In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better. Being an IBMer means you'll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you'll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background. Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do. Are you ready to be an IBMer? ABOUT IBM IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 500 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business. At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world. IBM is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship. The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full‑time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job‑related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part‑time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro‑rated for those who start working during the calendar year. Work arrangement: Hybrid (up to 60% or 3 days a week; home on weekends - based on project requirements) Projected Minimum Salary per year: 147,000.00 Projected Maximum Salary per year: 254,000.00 Location: United States (Job can be performed from anywhere in the US) #J-18808-Ljbffr

Cognizant is a large IT Consulting firm that leverages modern technologies to transform a variety of business operations. We are searching for a **Process Excellence (PEX) Lead** to join one of our growing projects in **Mountain View, CA** . This team is responsible for providing hardware and support for a variety of data collection devices (like cars/trekkers along with the imagery collection devices attached to them). This support also includes onsite visit for hardware repairs. Another aspect of this program is managing logistics support for hardware shipment (domestic and international). This role is **fully onsite** in **Mountain View, CA.** Only local candidates will be considered that don't need to relocate. **Role Responsibilities** + Define and drive the transformation roadmap aligned with organizational KPIs and strategic goals. + Lead the design and execution of scalable future-state operating models across people, process, and technology. + Own the end-to-end enablement program governance and execution. + Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to influence and align transformation priorities. + Communicate vision, targets, and benefits effectively to drive buy-in and adoption. + Troubleshoot and support BPM consultants and Program Managers in complex solutioning scenarios. + Lead AI/ML and exploratory initiatives to unlock efficiency, data quality, and automation opportunities. + Oversee due diligence and process shadows for prioritized workflows and process areas. + Track goal achievement and benefits realization against defined KPIs. + Ensure transformation initiatives are financially sound and deliver measurable ROI. + Identify bottlenecks and opportunities at workflow level and map impact to OKRs. + Embed best practices and tailored operating models across functions. + Lead workflow-level analysis and shadowing to identify and implement improvement opportunities. **Desired Skills & Experience** + At least a Bachelor's degree, Masters preferred + Must have project managed 5 high impact Automation/Analytics end to end + Must have RPA automation life cycle management experience + Must be Black belt Certified from a reputed certifying body/organization (e.g. ASQ or equivalent) with excellentcommand in Lean/Six Sigma methodology. + Domain experience in Digital and Social Marketing (Ad campaign, setup, Paid search, Paid Social etc.) is preferred. + Experience in Process Mining (Celonis, Process Gold etc.) is preferred. + Experience in AI / ML based deployments using Python /Work fusion is preferred. + Must have 11 years of work experience with minimum 7 years of relevant experience + Must have excellent analytical, presentation & communication skill + Should be a self-starter + Should be willing to work in new industry verticals and build good in-depth domain knowledge faster **Salary and Other Compensation:** The annual salary for this position is between $90,000 - $125,000 depending on 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. **LA County (only):** Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment. Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Introduction A career in IBM Consulting is built on long‑term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You'll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you'll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You'll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long‑term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences. Your role and responsibilities Currently, we are looking for a Senior Oracle Cloud Financials Solution Architect to join our team. This is a key role playing an integral part in our growing Oracle ERP practice. This is a full‑time position that can sit anywhere in the United States. Must be willing to travel to support clients onsite as needed. The ideal candidate will have operated in a senior Architect capacity previously, is someone who can anticipate needs and take action to drive deliverables for continued project success. This position needs a leader who will not only architect solutions on implementations but also be part of a senior task force to help the practice grow. This includes maximizing sales opportunities by architecting and acting as the lead in creating Proposals, presenting and implementing Oracle ERP Cloud solutions to potential customers. The individual should be able to play multiple roles, be able to work in a very fast‑paced, enriching environment and is looking for a career rather than just a job. What You'll Do: The Solution Architect is responsible for the overall solution identification and architectural design for assigned projects and initiatives. Key responsibilities of the role are as follows: Support client engagements to provide subject matter expertise in Oracle Cloud Financials implementations. Assume accountability for the solution design and the successful implementation of the full solution for on Oracle Cloud ERP Projects. May include hands‑on development, design, prototyping and/or other efforts required to keep the project on a successful track. Ensure that the proposed solution meets the client's requirements, is architecturally complete, and all architectural risks are quantified within their assigned area. Ensures that the solution aligns with and utilizes the portfolio offerings that result in profitable revenue growth. Work with client stakeholders to evaluate the solution requirements and supports the management and traceability of requirements during the engagement Review Customer's current process and the requirement and design customer specific solutions based on industry specific best practices Act as a technical interface to the client and assumes a proactive role for developing business opportunities. Lead implementation team in the execution of testing cycles including ensuring the completeness in the development of testing scenarios, test cases and test scripts. Implements quality solutions that meet the requirements and advises clients on AST offerings, strategy, designs, implementation approaches and alternatives / tradeoffs. Work with Project Manager and provide input to the project plan and work breakdown structure and assist in managing timelines and milestones to ensure timely completion of all deliverables Identify opportunities for new or follow‑on business and assists in creating change orders. Provide thought leadership to the growth of the Practice Participate in strategic planning activities and business case development. Participate in strategy presentations to clients including features, implementation approach, technical requirements, impacts, and benefits. Perform responsibilities including solution proposal management, solution design, solution review, risk analysis, proposal preparation and client presentations. Provide technical oversight for technical estimates created with standards tools, portfolio Work Breakdown Structures, statements of work and industry standard estimating techniques. Assumes a proactive role for developing business opportunities. Assists in presales cycles by creating architectural demo's, effort estimates and proposal development. Maintains knowledge of technologies, industry trends, standards and design techniques. Required technical and professional expertise 10+ years ERP implementation experience Played a Senior Solution Architect role on a minimum of 2 full lifecycle Oracle Cloud implementation projects in the USA Public Sector domain (city/state/local/county government) experience considered an asset Knowledge and experience in GASB Accounting and Reporting, Encumbrance Accounting, Fund Accounting, Projects and Grants Accounting and Management Hands‑on technologist with strong background in designing and building modular, scalable, testable enterprise systems in in Oracle Cloud Financials Ideal to have project exposure to other Cloud module areas such as: Supply Chain and HCM Applications Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with a diverse group of people Capability to work independently, take initiative with minimal supervision yet can participate as a team member with a willingness to help where needed Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to communicate clearly and concisely to all audiences of all levels, spanning from technical peers to executive management Organized and detailed oriented Ability to fully utilize Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to adapt to new projects quickly with a can‑do, jump‑right‑in attitude Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently 4‑year Bachelor degree (or equivalent experience) IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, we help our clients modernize technology, reinvent processes and transform experiences, so they can stay ahead in our constantly evolving world. Cognizant is looking to expand our Field Operations team and your skills are needed. Are you interested? If so, please apply in order to be considered. We look forward to reviewing your application! Working under the Field Operations Manager and collaborating closely with the CTS Operations Lead. The CTS Inventory Specialist will provide direct support in the device management system within the partner teams and the stakeholders. They will manage the equipment and devices used for testing and procurement from hardware depots. An Inventory Specialist will be responsible for overseeing the life cycle of a device: procurement, requests, ticket management, and delivery/shipment. Your Key Result Areas ● Oversee inventory procedures ● Plan and implement inventory movement optimization (e.g. warehouse-slotting, route planning) ● Manage 1-2 continental functions (e.g. scheduling, ticket management, auditing, etc). ● Manage shipment requests for domestic and international orders and provide status updates to relevant stakeholders through delivery ● Drives certain OKR's and suggests key metrics for tracking and executing ● Suggests changes to workflows and gives data-driven rationale for changes ● Plan, document, and communicate timely status updates on requests and raise dependencies and risks ● Adhere to deadlines, understand work productivity and efficiency without compromising on the quality of the output ● Assist with equipment forecasting, local inventory management, monthly audits, and distribution Minimum requirements: ● 2 years experience in logistics industry, inventory or warehouse management ● High school graduate or equivalent ● Clean driving record and a valid Driver's License ● Experience using Android, iOS, or in-development tools, ● Familiarity with mobile & web technologies (Google workspace) ● Proficiency in computer databases, statistic applications and logistics programs ● Technological savviness ● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to operate and communicate effectively with people at all levels of the business ● Comfortable with a rapidly-changing environment ● Strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail ● Able to work independently, motivated, proactive attitude with a passion for learning and creative problem solving What you can expect ● An organization driven by technology - We have a tremendous technology backbone ● Open, 'can do' team spirit ● An environment where you can make your own ideas reality ● Drive your own career ● Market conform benefits Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our many backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, inspires thought leadership, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We are looking for someone who drives in this setting and is inspired to craft significant solutions through true collaboration. About Cognizant 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, is ranked 205 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. * About DBO: Digital operations is the concept of infusing business processes with the agility, intelligence and automation to create operational models that delight customers and improve performance. Digital operations can help a company reimagine and create the digital processes that not only drive performance, but also close the process gaps between customers, suppliers and partners with automation, insight and process platforms. Salary and Other Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $26 - $28 per hour, dependent on 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

A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You'll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you'll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You'll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences. Responsibilities Providing subject matter expertise working with Consulting Partners and Practice Leaders towards identifying and progressing Mainframe Modernization opportunities. Creating pipeline via campaigns: defining, developing, executing and articulating business outcomes from campaigns targeted at Mainframe Modernization prospects Understanding typical industry business processes and architectures Establishing deep client relationships Communicating effectively with technical and business audiences Consultative selling with clients and sales teams to identify, qualify, define approach, and craft services solutions for Mainframe Modernization opportunities Develop material using appropriate frameworks and models Facilitate and support modernization discovery and solutioning workshops Understand client's business objectives, challenges and current state Create a vision of the future state and outline implementation approach Define compelling business propositions for proposals and presentations Highlight benefit, value creation, key risks and mitigation strategies Identify and discuss issues with the client Work with the client and IBM teams to develop solutions Provide modernization solutions that increase clients' competitiveness, improve business operations, drive largest business benefit, and improve customer experience Establishing credibility with clients and IBM team members based on Mainframe Modernization expertise Effectively applying Mainframe Modernization techniques, patterns and tools Required technical and professional expertise This role will focus on project sales, including: Identifying opportunities and increasing pipeline Defining and executing sales campaigns for targeted accounts Participating in pre-sales activities to gain client mind share Assessing current client requirements and solutioning competitive offering Developing and presenting business cases and proposals You are comfortable working in a matrixed organization, teaming and building trusted relationships with other service lines and business units within IBM to close deals. You have skills partnering and building trusted relationship with senior client contacts, including the CxO level. Preferred technical and professional experience At least 10 years of experience in technical sales solutioning role At least 5 years of experience with North American clients At least 5 years of experience in application modernization consulting, spanning the spectrum of modernization patterns Experience assessing client environments for modernization opportunities Experience developing and presenting impactful sales collateral to clients and internally At least 5 years of experience developing and refining services offerings At least 5 years of experience in a solution generating role At least 5 years of experience working with mainframe and distributed computing technologies including; COBOL, CICS, JCL, IDMS, Natural, C#, Java, and / or .NET At least 3 years of experience in next gen technologies (e.g. Cloud, Microservices, API) At least 3 years of experience selling management consulting services At least 3 years of experience building C level client relationships At least 3 years of experience facilitating workshops / meetings Experience in Mainframe Application Development and/or DevOps Solution or Architecture Certification on AWS, Azure, IBM Cloud or Google Cloud IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. #J-18808-Ljbffr

's Enterprise Platform Systems PEGA Team** Cognizant's Enterprise Platform Services (EPS) help clients across industries reimagine their digital CX, attract and retain a world-class workforce, engage their partner ecosystems more productively and run their operations and financial organizations more efficiently. By building a simpler, modernized landscape, Cognizant EPS can help clients transform their business, achieve key business goals-and win in the digital economy. Cognizant leverages Pega to deliver on the promise of "Digital at Scale." To help your enterprise provide omni-channel experiences and enhance customer engagement, we collaborate with Pega to co-create smart solutions leveraging our Pega Digital Innovation Center. **Key Responsibilities** + Implement case lifecycle using Pega App Studio and Dev Studio + Configure data models, data validation, data types, transforms, and relationships + Build user interfaces (UI) and dashboards within Pega + Work with REST/SOAP APIs for system integration + Assist in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices + Debug and resolve application issues using Pega tools (Tracer, Clipboard) + Collaborate in Agile teams, participate in daily stand-ups, and contribute to sprint deliverables, working closely with senior developers and business analysts + Maintain technical documentation for workflows, rules, and configurations while maintaining code quality standards + Develop and maintain applications using Java and Spring Boot + Perform unit and integration testing using JUnit and Mockito + Gain exposure to CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes for deployment + Work with SQL/NoSQL databases for data persistence **Required Skills & Qualifications** + Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience + Hands-on programming skills in Python and/or Java with a good understanding of object-oriented programming + Good understanding distributed computing and one of the Cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) + Knowledge of Data Science/AI/ML/Decisioning + Understanding of data structures & algorithms + Basic knowledge of REST/SOAP APIs for system integration + Basic knowledge of Docker/Kubernetes + Understanding of messaging systems (Kafka/RabbitMQ) + Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitHub Actions + Good understanding of database concepts and proficiency in basic SQL for querying, analyzing, and managing data + Good analytical and problem-solving skills **Location** New hires will be hired to the Cognizant office in **Mesa, AZ** , where you will work alongside other experienced Cognizant associates delivering technology solutions. Applicants must be willing to relocate to this major geographic area. While we attempt to honor candidate location preferences, business needs and position availability will determine final location assignment. **Start Date** New hires will start in **February 2026** . While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment. Exact start date will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively. **Salary and Other Compensation:** Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. The annual salary for this position is $65,000.00 depending on 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. **Why Choose Us?** Cognizant delivers solutions that draw upon the full power and scale of our associates. You will be supported by high-caliber experts and employ some of the most advanced and patented capabilities. Our associate's diverse backgrounds offer multifaceted perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients. **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 hourly rate, 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. **Work Authorization** Due to the nature of this position, Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in a CPT/OPT program) for this role. _Cognizant is always looking for top talent. We are searching for candidates to fill future needs within the business. This job posting represents potential future employment opportunities with Cognizant. Although the position is not currently available, we want to provide you with the opportunity to express your interest in future employment opportunities with Cognizant. If a job opportunity that you may be qualified for becomes available in the future, we will notify you. At that time you can determine whether you would like to apply for the specific open position. Thank you for your interest in Cognizant career opportunities._ Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in San Francisco, CA As a **Data Collection Specialist** , you will make an impact by managing research collections with participants designed to validate the engineering approach for augmented & virtual reality-enabled products. We will evaluate feedback and make recommendations to the AR/VR product teams that will be used in design strategies and engineering approaches. The Data Collections Specialist will also develop analytical methods for consolidating data inputs & collating user feedback to help guide the technical requirements of the product team. In this role, you will manage the end-to-end success of this program from data collection, data review & visualization, to client reporting & technical issue troubleshooting. You will be a valued member of the Cognizant team and work collaboratively with the Augmented Reality / Virtual Reality (AR/VR) team, stakeholders and other teams. **In this role, you will:** + Gather user feedback, preferences & research data based on requirements from the client + Manage end-to-end workflow from scheduling, to compiling results, to client reporting, to documenting & troubleshooting technical issues + Create process documentation, training materials, best practices and represent data with charts and graphs for easy consumption by client stakeholders + Collaborate with team members on data validation, deriving key insights, coordination & task prioritization, and communicate updates about fixes/edits to tools & programs used for collection + Handle inbound requests from existing partners for marketing support + Triage operational issues & make recommendations for how to alter process based on observations + Report project status, adhere to key timelines and milestones, identify data gaps, and serve as a conduit between operational and technical teams + Update information in internal planning tools and platforms as necessary, such as logging and tracking all activities and appointment minutes + Utilize internal tools to engage with participants, track communications & deliver results. **What you need to have to be considered:** + Equivalent practical experience. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. + Excellent oral and written communications + Experience with data analysis, uncovering insights in data & data visualization + Experience in customer service or client services + Experience working in digital/technology companies with tech products + Excellent communication skills, with the ability to formulate and articulate data collection details with participants and internal teams + Have a strong understanding and passion for technology and enjoy keeping up to date on the current trends + Ability to effectively operate with flexibility in a fast-paced, constantly evolving team environment with minimum supervision and a high degree of autonomy + Must be a self-starter, with willingness to embrace change, quickly learn new technologies, work closely as a member of cross functional teams, and be open to new ideas and processes + Responsible for fulfillment/completion of deliverables within area of responsibility within set timelines + Knowledge and interest in AR/VR 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. 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. **Salary and Other Compensation:** The hourly rate for this position is between $19.00 - $20.43 per hour, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. **Benefits:** Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: - Life & Disability Insurance · Group health dental & Wellness · Sick Leaves - 401(k) plan and contributions _Disclaimer:_ The hourly rate, 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. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.