Workday Solutions Architect

Job summary

The Solutions Architect will provide end-to-end design and solution details during the sales process while supporting business development and client transitions. Additionally, the role involves mentoring junior staff, promoting knowledge sharing, and assisting with project estimation and marketing activities.

Job details

Cognizant is seeking a dynamic Solutions Architect to join our Workday consulting team. You’ll leverage your deep Workday implementation expertise to ensure proposed solutions meet client needs and transition seamlessly to delivery. Responsibilities: • Provide end to end solution and design details during the sales process. • Support the Business Development Lifecycle by serving as product SME and may assist the lead Sales rep to qualify business development opportunities. • Support initial Cognizant client proposal and support the proposal process. • Support the transition of the client via the approved / formal Sales to Delivery process. • Mentor and guide junior resources. • Promote knowledge sharing across the practices • Provide input on project staffing based on requirements in solution area. • Work with Directors and Vice Presidents of Delivery to help establish professional development opportunities in solution area. • Support Marketing Activities by speaking and presenting Collaborative Solutions at trade conferences. • Develop Tools to assist Sales with estimating for each functional area. • Support Pre-sales meetings and Orals in person • Accurately estimate effort and resources required to complete projects as related to areas of expertise. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience • 5+ years of actual implementation experience • Strong Workday implementation experience preferred. Strong end to end implementation experience with HR, Financial, or Student Information Systems required Salary and Other Compensation The annual salary for this position is between n/a depending on the 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, as well as benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Why choose Cognizant: Entrepreneurial environment that welcomes your ideas Opportunity to do great work Outreach programs that support communities and tap into your volunteer spirit Learning opportunities to help current needs and advancement Global operations, with opportunities in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific An abundance of Affinity groups to meet your needs Cognizant Core Values: Work as One: We think beyond roles, relying on each other’s strengths to win as a team. Raise the Bar: We always aim for excellence in how we work and what we deliver. Dare to Innovate: We push boundaries and take chances to reimagine what’s possible. Do the Right Thing: We all lead with integrity and always make the ethical choice. Own It: We own the outcomes for our company, colleagues, and community.

What you’ll do

The Solutions Architect will provide end-to-end design and solution details during the sales process while supporting business development and client transitions. Additionally, the role involves mentoring junior staff, promoting knowledge sharing, and assisting with project estimation and marketing activities.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of implementation experience, specifically with Workday and HR, Financial, or Student Information Systems. A bachelor's degree is preferred, though equivalent work experience is also accepted.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual incentive program
• Physical wellbeing support
• Mental wellbeing support
• Financial wellbeing support

Listed skills

• Workday · Preferred
• Business development · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Workday
• Solutions Architecture
• Business Development
• Sales Support
• Implementation
• HR Systems
• Financial Systems
• Student Information Systems
• Mentoring
• Knowledge Sharing
• Project Staffing
• Pre-sales
• Estimation
• Consulting
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Sales
• Marketing
• Operations
• Sales Process
• Solution Architecture

Job areas

• Technology
• Consulting
• Sales
• Human Resources
• Software
• Solutions Architect
• Solutions / Application Architect
• Software Developers

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