Job Summary

HOLDS ACCOUNTABILITY FOR OVERALL SUCCESS OF ENGAGEMENTS UNDER PURVIEW

Staff and manage five to ten pods for a digital engineering engagement by providing guidance management and reporting for each pod based on an established operating model and governance plan.

OR

Manage three to six Engineering Managers across one or more engagements each of whom are directly leading multiple pods;

Responsibilities

Ensure desired outcomes for the engagement are clearly defined and well understood by all partiesEnsure outcomes are SMART (specific measurable achievable realistic and timely)Ensure Cognizant's role in achieving the desired outcomes is well understood and agreed upon by all partiesEnsure engagement themes needed to realize the desired outcomes are identified well understood and agreed upon by all partiesEnsure that all work taken on by PODs/teams is focused on aligned with and contributing to one or more of the engagement themesDiscover and analyze the current-state client operating model for software deliveryEstablish an initial-state delivery operating model for the PODs/teams is well-aligned with the client operating modelIdentify risks impacts and proposed mitigation actions for the initial state delivery operating model in terms of possible effect on quality efficiency and efficacyRationalize the themes desired outcomes and expected timelines with the initial-state operating model and projected ability to continuously improve/mature the model to ensure they are realistic in the overall contextEnsure delivery execution for each POD/team conforms to an established agreed-upon and continuously maturing operating model

Certifications Required

Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Certified Product Manager (CPM)

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About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

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Disclaimer: 
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