About the role
As a Retail Tech Project Manager, you will make an impact by leading end‑to‑end delivery of technology initiatives across retail platforms, data ecosystems, and cloud‑native environments. You will be a valued member of our delivery team and collaborate closely with engineering, data, product, cloud operations, and business stakeholders to ensure high‑quality, scalable solutions are delivered on time.
In this role, you will:
- Lead planning, execution, and delivery of retail technology programs such as POS modernization, digital commerce, supply chain technology, or retail analytics.
- Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, dependencies, milestones, and reporting across Agile or hybrid delivery frameworks.
- Drive daily standups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and release coordination activities.
- Partner with engineering teams to review architecture decisions, solution designs, and integration plans.
- Use Python knowledge to assist with automation, data validation, log analysis, or prototyping.
- Support cloud initiatives using AWS services (e.g., Lambda, S3, EC2, Glue, CloudWatch, RDS).
- Collaborate with data engineering and analytics teams on cloud‑native pipelines, APIs, and data workflows.
- Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization across the technology landscape.
Work model
Onsite
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 4 days a week (Monday–Thursday) at the client office in Vancouver, BC.
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.
What you need to have to be considered
- 6–12 years of total experience, including 3–5 years as a Project Manager in retail or consumer-facing technology.
- Strong understanding of retail domain areas such as store operations, supply chain, merchandising, digital commerce, or retail data platforms.
- Proficiency in Python for scripting, automation, or data handling.
- Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (Lambda, S3, EC2, Glue, CloudWatch, RDS).
- Proven track record delivering complex, multi-team, cross-functional technology programs.
- Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban); Agile certifications are a plus.
These will help you stand out
- Background in data engineering or cloud engineering.
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as CodePipeline, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions.
- Experience with microservices, API integrations, or data platform architectures.
- Certifications such as PMP, CSM, SAFe, or equivalent.
- Experience with offshore–onsite delivery models.
Compensation
Salary and Other Compensation
Applications will be accepted until April 2, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between CAD 79,000 – 125,000, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays plus Paid Time Off
- Long‑term and 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.