Senior Consultant – Product Management

About the role

As a Senior Consultant — Product Management, you will make an impact by establishing and leading the Product Management function for the organization. You will be a valued member of our consulting team and work collaboratively with cross‑functional stakeholders including engineering, marketing, sales, and leadership teams.

* Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

• Define and formalize Product Manager and Product Owner responsibilities.
• Implement a standardized Product Lifecycle process, covering phases such as Discovery, Planning, Development, Launch, and Iteration.
• Integrate customer research and feedback loops into product development.
• Introduce methods to evaluate and prioritize initiatives that deliver maximum business value.
• Build strong communication channels between product, engineering, marketing, sales, and other teams.
• Establish success metrics for products and the product management function.
• Select and configure Product Management tools and technologies to automate core processes.

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Atlanta, GA. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work‑life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

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.

• 10+ years of extensive Product Management experience, including managing multiple products across an organization.
• Prior experience setting up a Product Management function is highly desirable.
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to gain alignment across diverse teams.
• Hands‑on experience with Product Management tools such as Aha, Product Plan, or similar.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, computer science, or economics; MBA is a plus.

• Proven ability to drive organizational change and establish new processes.
• Experience in implementing product lifecycle frameworks and governance.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and cross‑functional collaboration best practices.
• Thought leadership in product strategy and innovation.

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.

Applications will be accepted until December 23rd, 2025

The annual salary for this position is between $92,000 - $152,000 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.

• 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.

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.