Sr. Technical Architect at Cognizant

Job description

About the role As a ServiceNow CSM Architect, you will make an impact by leading Customer Service Management (CSM) transformation initiatives, designing scalable ServiceNow solutions, and guiding clients through process optimization and digital service delivery improvements. You will be a valued member of the ServiceNow Consulting team and work collaboratively with clients, solution consultants, technical architects, delivery teams, and sales stakeholders to deliver successful business outcomes. In this role, you will: Lead ServiceNow CSM workshops, discovery sessions, and requirements-gathering activities with client stakeholders. Design and architect Customer Service Management solutions aligned with business objectives and ServiceNow best practices. Provide strategic guidance on process design, governance, and service management optimization. Review and monitor project deliverables to ensure quality, scalability, and alignment with client requirements prior to implementation. Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams for process-related discussions and solution decisions. Develop, standardize, and improve operational processes to enhance service delivery, customer satisfaction, and cost efficiency. Create and maintain process documentation, business requirements, solution artifacts, and project deliverables. Partner with sales and solution consulting teams during presales and transition activities, including solution demonstrations, workshops, and project handoffs. Work model We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in The United States. 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. 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. What you need to have to be considered ServiceNow Customer Service Management (CSM) certification and demonstrated expertise in ServiceNow CSM architecture and implementation. Proven experience leading at least two end-to-end ServiceNow CSM implementations. Strong experience conducting client workshops, requirements gathering, and solution design sessions. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline. ITIL v3 or ITIL 4 certification with solid knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) principles. Experience in process management, process improvement, governance, and operational transformation initiatives. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to engage both business and technical audiences. Experience creating business documentation, solution designs, and project governance artifacts. These will help you stand out Six Sigma certification or experience with continuous improvement methodologies. Experience working in Agile delivery environments. Knowledge of ServiceNow platform capabilities beyond CSM, including related workflows and integrations. Experience supporting presales activities, solution demonstrations, and proposal development. Consulting experience managing enterprise-scale digital transformation programs. Applicants will be accepted till 09/30/2026 Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. *Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future* The annual salary for this position will be in the range of $141K - $163K 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 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 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. Applicants for US based positions must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The company is unable to provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for US based positions. If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India. 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.

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Lead ServiceNow CSM workshops, discovery sessions, and requirements-gathering activities with client stakeholders.
Design and architect Customer Service Management solutions aligned with business objectives and ServiceNow best practices.
Provide strategic guidance on process design, governance, and service management optimization.
Review and monitor project deliverables to ensure quality, scalability, and alignment with client requirements prior to implementation.
Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams for process-related discussions and solution decisions.
Develop, standardize, and improve operational processes to enhance service delivery, customer satisfaction, and cost efficiency.
Create and maintain process documentation, business requirements, solution artifacts, and project deliverables.
Partner with sales and solution consulting teams during presales and transition activities, including solution demonstrations, workshops, and project handoffs.
What you need to have to be considered
ServiceNow Customer Service Management (CSM) certification and demonstrated expertise in ServiceNow CSM architecture and implementation.
Proven experience leading at least two end-to-end ServiceNow CSM implementations.
Strong experience conducting client workshops, requirements gathering, and solution design sessions.
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
ITIL v3 or ITIL 4 certification with solid knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) principles.
Experience in process management, process improvement, governance, and operational transformation initiatives.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to engage both business and technical audiences.
Experience creating business documentation, solution designs, and project governance artifacts.
These will help you stand out
Six Sigma certification or experience with continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience working in Agile delivery environments.
Knowledge of ServiceNow platform capabilities beyond CSM, including related workflows and integrations.
Experience supporting presales activities, solution demonstrations, and proposal development.
Consulting experience managing enterprise-scale digital transformation programs.
Applicants will be accepted till 09/30/2026

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Dental

Vision

401(K)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave