Lead Solutions Engineer -Remote

Lead Solutions Engineer
-Remote in US

Cognizant is seeking a Lead Solutions Engineer to join our team. This is a remote role that combines software engineering expertise, customer-facing consulting, and solution delivery.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills, experience collaborating with business and technical stakeholders, and a background supporting solutions within the Fast Food / Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry . This position requires a hands-on professional who can bridge business needs and technology solutions while driving innovation and delivering measurable outcomes.

• Partner directly with clients to understand business objectives, challenges, and technical requirements.

• Design, develop, and support scalable software solutions and integrations.

• Translate business requirements into technical designs and implementation plans.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

• Build, optimize, and support data-driven applications and workflows.

• Lead technical discussions and provide recommendations on solution architecture and best practices.

• Drive project execution while balancing business priorities and technical excellence.

• Support solution deployment, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Engage with stakeholders to identify opportunities for innovation and process optimization.

• Contribute to product strategy and solution roadmap discussions.

• 6-8 years of professional software development experience.

• Experience in a client-facing technical role such as Solutions Engineer, Forward Deployed Engineer, Technical Consultant, or Technical Lead.

• Experience with in the Fast Food / Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry .

• Strong hands-on experience with:

• SQL Server

• Python

• Java Script

• PL/SQL

• MySQL

• Angular 2+ Node.js

• Experience developing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise applications.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to effectively interact with both technical and business stakeholders.

• Experience working in fast-paced, collaborative environments.

Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

This role is open to candidates located anywhere within the United States and may be performed remotely.

The annual salary for this position is between $60,000 - $82,000 , 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.

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Paid Holidays plus Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Plan and Company Contributions

• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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.

• Please note:
  
  A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.

• Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

• This role is open to candidates located anywhere within the United States and may be performed remotely.

Applications for this position will be accepted until August 30, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as the posting may close sooner if a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is identified.

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.