We are Cognizant Artificial Intelligence Digital technologies, including analytics and AI, give companies a once-in-a-generation opportunity to perform orders of magnitude better than ever before. However, clients need new business models built from analyzing customers and business operations at every angle to really understand them. With the power to apply artificial intelligence and data science to business decisions via enterprise data management solutions, we help leading companies prototype, refine, validate and scale the most desirable products and delivery models to enterprise scale within weeks. *You must be legally authorized to work in United States without the need of employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future * Job title: Delivery Lead (Hybrid at Seattle, WA) Responsibilities * Manage program and project teams for optimal return on investment, and coordinate and delegate cross-project initiatives * Identify key requirements for cross-functional teams and external vendors * Develop and manage budget for projects and be accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives * Work with other program managers to identify risks and opportunities across multiple projects within the department * Analyze, evaluate, and overcome program risks, and produce program reports for managers and stakeholders * Make a program management plan * Ensure projects and programs are aligned with the strategic plan of the organization * Define the program controls, or the processes, procedures, reporting, etc., to manage the program * Plan the overall program and monitor progress to ensure that milestones are being met across various projects and programs * Manage the risks and issues that might arise throughout the program life cycle and take measures to correct them when they occur * Coordinate the projects and their interdependencies between the various projects and programs in the program * Manage and use resources across the various projects in the program * Work closely with project sponsor, cross-functional teams, and assigned project managers to develop the scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiatives * Manage stakeholders who are involved in the program Required skills and qualifications * Must have strong project management experience with large and complex projects * Must have a broad knowledge of project management methodologies * The ability to understand the wider objectives of the program, such as business and strategic goals * The ability to work with a wide range of individuals * Strong leadership and managerial skills with appropriate experience * Exceptional skills in leadership, time management, facilitation, and organization * Experience in managing stakeholders * Working knowledge of PIM or Custom MDM solution * Strong understanding of Cloud, UI and Database technologies * Outstanding knowledge of change management principles Salary and Other Compensation: The base annual salary for this position is between $112,050 to $204,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Applications will be accepted until November 19, 2024. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans. Benefits: 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: T