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Role: Technical Project Manager *Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future* Job Role: An Information Technology (IT) project manager plans, leads, and delivers technology initiatives like software rollouts, infrastructure upgrades, or system integrations on time and within budget. Core Responsibilities · Planning: Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and milestones. · Budgeting: Estimate costs, forecast expenses, and manage the project budget. Team Leadership: Coordinate cross-functional teams, assign tasks, and track performance. · Risk Management: Identify potential roadblocks and build mitigation plans. · Communication: Share progress reports with stakeholders, clients, and company leaders. Methodologies: Proficiency in Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall frameworks. Certifications : PMP (Project Management Professional) or Agile/Scrum Master certifications. Tools: Experience with Jira, MS Project, or Confluence Mandatory Skills (Top 5 Keywords or skills) Skill Proficiency Years of Experience Basic Knowledge Medium Expert PMP (Project Management Professional) or Agile/Scrum Master certifications. 8 Y Jira, MS Project, or Confluence 5 y Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position is between $80,000 to $99,000 yearly 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 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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Role: Technical Project Manager
Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
An Information Technology (IT) project manager plans, leads, and delivers technology initiatives like software rollouts, infrastructure upgrades, or system integrations on time and within budget.
Planning: Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and milestones.
Budgeting: Estimate costs, forecast expenses, and manage the project budget. Team Leadership: Coordinate cross-functional teams, assign tasks, and track performance.
Risk Management: Identify potential roadblocks and build mitigation plans.
Communication: Share progress reports with stakeholders, clients, and company leaders.
Methodologies: Proficiency in Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall frameworks.
Certifications : PMP (Project Management Professional) or Agile/Scrum Master certifications.
Tools: Experience with Jira, MS Project, or Confluence
Mandatory Skills
(Top 5 Keywords or skills)
Skill Proficiency
Years of Experience
Basic Knowledge
PMP (Project Management Professional) or Agile/Scrum Master certifications.
Jira, MS Project, or Confluence
Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position is between $80,000 to $99,000 yearly depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The 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.

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Parental Leave