Solutions Architect, Senior Consulting Manager at Cognizant

%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(250, 250, 250);color:rgb(66, 66, 66);display:block;font-family:%26quot;Segoe Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)%26quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:8px 0px 4px;orphans:2;overflow-wrap:break-word;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout the Role%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EAs a Cloud Architect, you will make an impact by leading cloud transformation initiatives, designing robust AWS solutions, and guiding enterprise clients through complex migrations and implementations. You will be a valued member of our Cloud %26amp; Infrastructure Consulting team and work collaboratively with engineering, product, and leadership teams.%3C/p%3E%3Chr%3E%3Ch3 style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(250, 250, 250);color:rgb(66, 66, 66);font-family:%26quot;Segoe Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)%26quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:28px;margin:13px 0px 3px;max-width:590px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EIn this role, you will:%3C/strong%3E%3C/h3%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3ELead the design, architecture, and implementation of cloud solutions, with a focus on AWS, for large-scale enterprise clients.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EProvide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering and product teams, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EReview and validate solution designs, software vendors, and service providers to ensure alignment with business and technical requirements.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDrive proof-of-concept integrations, quantify business value, and communicate recommendations to stakeholders at all levels.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECollaborate with peer architects and leadership on IT planning, integration strategies, and adoption of emerging technologies such as Generative AI and Agentic AI.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Chr%3E%3Ch3 style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(250, 250, 250);color:rgb(66, 66, 66);font-family:%26quot;Segoe Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)%26quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:28px;margin:13px 0px 3px;max-width:590px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWhat you need to be considered%3C/strong%3E%3C/h3%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E15+ years of experience in IT, with at least 7 years in cloud architecture, migrations, and implementation.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EBachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field (Master’s preferred).%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EProven experience in IT architecture with technical leadership across engineering and product teams.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EStrong hands-on AWS cloud solution skills (including ECS/EKS, API Gateway, Kinesis/SQS, Lambda, RDS, S3, etc.).%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EExpertise in event-driven microservices and cloud-native architecture.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EExcellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate business drivers and architectural decisions.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Chr%3E%3Ch3 style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(250, 250, 250);color:rgb(66, 66, 66);font-family:%26quot;Segoe Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)%26quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:28px;margin:13px 0px 3px;max-width:590px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWhat will help you stand out%3C/strong%3E%3C/h3%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EAWS Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect PRO).%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EFamiliarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EKnowledge of IT security, data management, and integration strategies.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EExperience with emerging technologies such as Generative AI, Agentic AI, and their enterprise applications.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EExperience providing hands-on technical guidance and mentorship to software engineers.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Chr%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(250, 250, 250);color:rgb(66, 66, 66);display:block;font-family:%26quot;Segoe Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)%26quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:8px 0px 4px;orphans:2;overflow-wrap:break-word;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3EWe%27re eager to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in various ways. Don%27t hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the required skills listed. Your transferable skills and experiences matter—help us see how you are the right person for this role.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(250, 250, 250);color:rgb(66, 66, 66);display:block;font-family:%26quot;Segoe Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)%26quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:8px 0px 4px;orphans:2;overflow-wrap:break-word;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Ci%3ECognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the Unites States without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.%3C/i%3E%3C/p%3E%3Chr%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(250, 250, 250);color:rgb(66, 66, 66);display:block;font-family:%26quot;Segoe Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)%26quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:8px 0px 4px;orphans:2;overflow-wrap:break-word;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWorking arrangements%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EWe believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a flexible hybrid position requiring 1-2 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Charlotte, NC. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(250, 250, 250);color:rgb(66, 66, 66);display:block;font-family:%26quot;Segoe Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)%26quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:8px 0px 4px;orphans:2;overflow-wrap:break-word;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESalary and Other Compensation:%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;%22%3EThe annual salary for this position is between %2498,853-158,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.%26nbsp;%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;%22%3EThis 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.%26nbsp;%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E Apply Now