SF Solution Architect

We are a global leader in Quote to Cash advisory, implementation, and managed services to both mid-market and large enterprise brands seeking increased agility in the "everything as-a-service" economy. Implementing CRM, Quoting, and Billing systems are the core of what we do and we are the #1 implementation partner for three leading providers of cloud or platform-based CPQ and Billing Solutions. We provide unique and differentiated value to our clients, our ISV partners, and our GSI partners, using years of domain expertise, a set of proprietary tools and intellectual property, and a refined set of delivery accelerators.

The Solution Architect is a senior project leadership role that is critical to the success of our implementations. Solution Architects are often the most senior technical resource on a project team. They are skilled communicators that exhibit strong executive presence and can present and defend different point of views on various technologies to a variety of audiences. Solution Architects take absolute ownership over their work and strive to deliver the best customer results while scaling members of their own team.

• 2+ years of experience in a Solution Architect, Functional Architect role
• Experience serving as a trusted advisor, driving conversations with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience with end-to-end system development lifecycle, preferably with SaaS solutions
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid implementation methodologies
• Proven ability to analyze, design, and optimize business operations via technical and process-related improvements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to evangelize technical and non-technical best practices at various levels within a large organization
• Firm and decisive, able to effectively present and defend point of view to a variety of audiences, and communicate unpopular decisions when necessary
• Ability to work independently and be a self-starter
• Proven results leading and overseeing customer and/or partner success stories in the following domains: front and back-end solution architecture, change management, and direct leadership in designing solutions that meet or exceed customer needs
• Lifelong learner with genuine interest in new technologies and functionality, pushing the capabilities of existing technologies
• Exemplifies a high degree of personal integrity and interpersonal skills and abilities
• Sets priorities, goals, and timetables to manage time efficiently and achieve maximum productivity
• Proves a willingness to commit the additional time and effort necessary during period of heavy workload to meet project milestones and delivery deadlines

Experience in one or more of the following technologies:

• Salesforce Revenue Cloud (CPQ & Billing), B2B Commerce (Cloud Craze), Community Cloud, Sales Cloud, Service Cloud
• CPQ solutions such as Apttus and Oracle Big Machines
• Billing solutions such as Apttus, Zuora, Gotransverse, and Aria
• CLM solutions such as Apttus, DocuSign (formerly SpringCM), and Conga
• Xactly SPM solutions
• ERP solutions such as Netsuite, SAP
• Enterprise integration and ETL tools

• 4-year degree in a technical or business field of study preferred

Benefits:

Applications will be accepted until 4/30/2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $60,000 - $102,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

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

• 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and valuex diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.