Job Opportunity: Technical Lead at Cognizant
Are you an experienced professional looking to take your career to the next level? Cognizant, one of the world’s leading professional services companies, is hiring for a Technical Lead position. With a focus on developing and managing technical solutions, this role plays a pivotal part in the success of our client projects. Read on to learn more about the role, responsibilities, qualifications, and what makes working at Cognizant a rewarding experience.
Job Title: Technical Lead
Location: Global (multiple locations available) Company: Cognizant Category: Engineering & Technology Requisition ID: 2024-3107313 Posted: October 21, 2024
Qualifications
- Educational Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field is required for this position.
- Experience: The ideal candidate should have extensive experience working on complex technical projects, with knowledge in SAP C/4HANA Commerce, BY Supply Chain Execution, Time & Attendance Management, and other technical skills.
Key Responsibilities
1. Design & Requirement Analysis
- Requirement Analysis: Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements, identify any gaps, and provide feedback on missing elements.
- Estimation: Make precise estimates of time and resources based on task complexity and requirements. Ensure these estimates are reviewed and aligned with project objectives.
- Technical Documentation: Prepare and submit technical specifications and feasibility analysis for review by higher management.
2. Coding & Development
- Design Understanding: Review and understand both high-level and low-level designs before beginning coding.
- Coding Standards: Follow coding best practices and standards to ensure that code quality remains high.
- Code Review: Submit developed code for peer review and incorporate feedback as needed.
- Unit Testing: Identify and execute unit test cases, ensuring that your code is defect-free before it reaches the Quality Assurance (QA) team.
- Status Updates: Regularly update supervisors about the progress of your work and flag any potential issues early in the development cycle.
- Support in Code Reviews: Assist in preparing code review documents for the team.
3. Testing & Quality Assurance (QA)
- QA Coordination: Work closely with the QA team to answer queries, investigate bugs, and provide quick fixes where necessary.
- UAT Support: Address defects and perform the necessary changes during User Acceptance Testing (UAT), always ensuring timely delivery.
- Defect Reporting: Submit defect reports and coordinate with the team to ensure timely resolution.
4. Deployment Support & Project Closure
- Transition Tasks: Provide knowledge transfer documents and transition details for the support team, ensuring a smooth handover post-deployment.
- Warranty Period: Assist with any production issues during the warranty period and respond promptly to any defects.
- Deployment: Deploy fixes into production, ensuring that the work is completed on time and with the least disruption to clients.
5. Service Support & Maintenance
- Ticket Resolution: Handle user calls, gather relevant information, and resolve incidents within the Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
- Code Updates: Perform minor code changes as required and validate the resolution by closing the problem tickets.
- Change Management: Coordinate with change management to deploy larger fixes into production systems.
6. Knowledge Management
- Knowledge Sharing: Document lessons learned, best practices, and any artifacts that could assist the team in future tasks. Upload and maintain documents in the knowledge management repository.
- Continuous Learning: Utilize the knowledge repository to resolve issues quickly and apply best practices to ongoing development.
7. Training & Recruitment
- Training Materials: Help develop training content, including presentations and demos, to facilitate the onboarding of new employees.
- Interviews: Participate in technical interviews and provide feedback for potential new hires.
Required Skills
- SAP C/4HANA Commerce (Technical)
- BY Supply Chain Execution
- Time & Attendance Management
Good to Have Skills
- SAP C/4HANA Sales
- Salesforce Visual Force
- BY WMS (Dispatcher)
- Oracle 12G
- Java, PL/SQL, Unix
What We Offer at Cognizant
At Cognizant, we pride ourselves on being a diverse, global community of over 300,000 associates. Our people are the heart of our organization, and we believe in fostering a positive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We offer:
- Collaborative Work Culture: We appreciate and support one another, creating an inclusive, energetic, and innovative environment.
- Career Growth: Cognizant is committed to your career development. We offer continuous training and educational opportunities to keep you updated on the latest technologies and best practices in the industry.
- Global Impact: Working at Cognizant means joining a global company that leads the way in transforming industries and businesses through technology. Whether you are working on a local project or collaborating across borders, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference.
- Sustainability and Ethics: At Cognizant, we do more than just talk about sustainability and ethical responsibility. We actively take care of our people, clients, communities, and the environment. We are proud to be a company that consistently does what is right.
Why Cognizant?
Cognizant is not just another company; it’s a place where careers are built, and employees feel valued. We are a Fortune 500 company that has been consistently recognized among the top employers globally. In 2024, we were listed as one of Forbes’ World’s Best Employers. Our commitment to ethics, inclusivity, and community involvement sets us apart.
As one of the world’s leading professional services companies, we are transforming clients’ business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our consultative approach allows us to partner with clients and help them envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses.
How to Apply
If you are a passionate and driven technical leader ready to take on complex challenges and work in a supportive, dynamic environment, we invite you to apply for the Technical Lead position at Cognizant. With numerous opportunities for growth and innovation, your career path is what you make of it here.
To learn more about Cognizant and how you can join our team, visit our website at www.cognizant.com and apply for this exciting opportunity today!
Join the Cognizant Community
At Cognizant, we don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen. Our innovative solutions and collaborative work environment mean that you will have the opportunity to grow, learn, and make an impact in the world of technology. Join us today and help shape the future.
By joining Cognizant as a Technical Lead, you are not just advancing your career; you are joining a community committed to making a difference. If you’re ready to lead and innovate, we want to hear from you. Apply now!