Cognizant’s Engineering practice is seeking a highly qualified Technical Program Manager You will be part of a digital software team that works on high-demand applications. Our engineers have a passion for high-quality, reliable, and maintainable code.

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an Onsite position to qualified applicants in Jersey City, NJ. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs.

The working arrangement for this role is accurate as of the posting date but may change based on business or project needs.

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

Cognizant will not sponsor H-1B or other U.S. work authorization for this role.

In this role, you will:

Drive end-to-end delivery of large-scale technical programs, ensuring adherence to timelines, scope, and budget.

Define program goals, roadmaps, and OKRs aligned with organizational strategy.

Establish and maintain program governance frameworks, including RACI and KPI tracking.

Coach teams on Agile principles (Scrum, SAFe), ensuring adoption and maturity.

Facilitate Agile ceremonies: sprint planning, retrospectives, PI planning.

Maintain dependency plans across sprints and mitigate risks proactively

Act as a conduit between senior leadership, engineering, and business teams.

Provide regular status updates and dashboards to executives.

Foster open communication and resolve conflicts effectively.

What you need to have to be considered:

10–15 years in program/project management, with at least 5 years in technical delivery roles.

Banking Industry knowledge and Payment’s expertise

Requires advanced knowledge of project and program management principles

Leadership, negotiation, analytical thinking, and executive communication

We're excited to meet candidates who share our mission and can make an impact in various ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements. Think about your transferable experiences and unique strengths that you can bring to this role.

Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until 03/20/2026
The annual salary for this position is between $113,000- $181,000 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.

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: 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 Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

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 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:
Compensation 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.

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 ID during each interview.