Director of Engineering – Digital Platforms & Architecture
Cognizant· enterprise· IT Services· Sep 23, 2026 · 1mo ago
Bridgewater, New Jersey, United States
In office
Full-time
Director
$210K–$270K est.
19+ years exp
Job description
About the role
As a Director of Engineering, you will make an impact by leading delivery management, client engagement, and cloud-based solution architecture for a strategic financial services client. You will be a valued member of the Digital Engineering team and work collaboratively with client stakeholders, product owners, architects, scrum masters, onshore and offshore delivery teams, and third-party vendors.
In this role, you will:
· Serve as the primary onshore point of contact for client management, supporting delivery outcomes and stakeholder alignment.
· Manage end-to-end delivery across onshore and offshore teams, including delivery planning, execution, issue resolution, and governance.
· Lead and review cloud-based solution designs prepared by application architects, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, resilient, and aligned to business needs.
· Guide proof-of-concept initiatives within the Digital Architect POD, partnering with offshore teams to develop, validate, and demonstrate solutions.
· Provide directions to onshore points of contact, offshore scrum masters, architects, and delivery teams to support effective execution across larger PODs.
· Coordinate with business product owners and third-party vendors, including AWS solution architects and external technology partners, to support integrated delivery.
· Drive new initiatives, including opportunities to leverage AI tools, engineering best practices, DevOps automation, observability, and continuous improvement.
Work model: Remote
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Bridgewater, New Jersey. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.
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:
· 19+ years of strong experience in delivery management for complex technology programs, including oversight of distributed onshore and offshore teams.
· Experience leading architects, scrum masters, and cross-functional engineering teams in the delivery of scalable, secure, and resilient distributed systems.
· Hands-on understanding of cloud-based solution architecture, preferably using AWS services.
· Experience overseeing API design, integration, governance, throttling, and lifecycle management.
· Knowledge of frontend architecture using React, with a focus on performance, maintainability, and engineering standards.
· Ability to collaborate with product owners, business stakeholders, architects, vendors, and delivery teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
· Experience conducting design reviews, code reviews, production troubleshooting, and technical governance across complex enterprise environments.
· Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to guide teams and influence delivery outcomes.
*Please note, this role cannot offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
These will help you stand out:
· Experience supporting financial services clients or highly regulated enterprise environments.
· Experience coordinating with third-party technology vendors and participating in solution discussions with external partners.
· Exposure to AI tools, automation initiatives, or innovation programs that improve delivery efficiency and engineering outcomes.
· Experience mentoring senior technical team members and enabling delivery maturity across multiple PODs.
· Strong understanding of DevOps automation, testing practices, observability, security, and performance best practices.
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.
Salary and compensation:
The annual salary for this position will be between $120,000 to $220,000 per year depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Applications will be received by Sep 25 th , 2026.
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.
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India.
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