Functional SME–Mortgage Platform
Listed on 2026-10-19
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IT/Tech
IT Consultant, Business Systems & Technology Analysis, IT Business Analyst, Banking & Finance
Functional SME-Mortgage Platform About the role
As a Senior Functional SME within Cognizant, you will step into one of the most strategically critical roles in large-scale banking transformation programmes. You will be the connective tissue between client business stakeholders, product vendors, integration teams, and delivery squads - ensuring that the right functional solutions are designed, adopted, and implemented end-to-end.
In this role, you will:- Lead and manage end-to-end implementation engagements across Mortgage and Banking transformation programmes - from Discovery through to Go-Live
- Conduct and facilitate Process Led Workshops (PLWs) with clients and third-party vendors, driving alignment across business and IT stakeholders
- Perform hands-on platform configuration and functional validation to ensure requirements are accurately fulfilled at a grass-roots level
- Lead Gap-Fit analysis and Adopt vs. Adapt discussions, positively influencing business and IT decision-makers to reach sound functional outcomes
- Review, contribute to, and approve key project deliverables including Business Requirement Documents (BRDs) ,
Functional Specification Documents (FSDs) , and project plans - Work collaboratively with integration, testing, design, and development teams throughout the delivery lifecycle
- Apply appropriate implementation methodologies - including Waterfall and Agile (including ceremonies) - based on programme needs
Onsite - This role requires presence at the client or Cognizant office in Amsterdam. We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible and support a healthy work-life balance through various wellbeing programs.
What you need to have to be considered- 12-15+ years of experience in platform implementation within banking domains.
- Expertise in Dutch mortgage processes and platforms.
- Strong experience in PLW facilitation and requirement configuration within platforms.
- Ability to influence stakeholders on solution design and implementation strategies.
- Hands-on experience with integration concepts in SaaS environments.
- Knowledge of Dutch language is a strong advantage.
- Education:
Engineering Graduate / MBA / Professional Degree / Postgraduate.
- Experience in coordinating UAT and managing multi-stakeholder engagements.
- Exposure to microservices architecture and API-driven integrations.
- Thought leadership in banking transformation and product consulting.
- Competitive salary
- Access to Udemy and Cognizant Academy
- Technology-driven organization with an open team spirit
- International work environment
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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