Technical Project Manager; SQL​/Java​/Azure

As an Technical Project Manager, you will make an impact by leading a team of skilled engineers to deliver high-quality solutions in the Merchandising and Finance & Accounting domains. You will be a valued member of our Technology & Engineering team and work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution and innovation.

• Lead and manage engineering teams to deliver projects on time and within scope.
• Oversee managed services programs and ensure operational excellence.
• Provide technical guidance on SQL Server and Azure Dev Ops best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align engineering initiatives with business objectives.
• Implement software development and project management best practices to optimize productivity.
• Monitor project progress, mitigate risks, and ensure quality through rigorous testing and validation.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Drive adoption of new technologies and methodologies to enhance engineering outcomes.
• Manage resource allocation and timelines for efficient delivery.
• Support team development through mentoring and training opportunities.

• 10–14 years of experience in engineering leadership roles.
• Must have experience as a Technical Project Manager.
• Ability to lead large managed services programs.
• Strong expertise in SQL Server, including database design and optimization.
• Proven experience with Azure Dev Ops and managing CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency in SQL for writing and troubleshooting complex queries.
• .Net language or framework background.
• Excellent client communication and team management skills.

• Experience in the Merchandising domain.
• Familiarity with Finance & Accounting processes.
• Ability to drive strategic initiatives and deliver innovative solutions.
• Strong mentoring and leadership capabilities.

We 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 hybrid position requiring presence at New York, NY and/or Westborough, MA office for a set number of days per week. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through various wellbeing programs.

The annual salary for this position is between $60,000 – $117,000 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

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.

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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued g each interview.

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