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Yes, this position is remote.
A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or IT-Engineering related field is required, along with strong Workday implementation experience and 5 years’ experience with Workday as an SME of at least 1 Workday Module.
Key skills include the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, identify and analyze risks with mitigation plans, strong communication, presentation, and analytical skills, and the ability to work in diverse, fast-paced environments while collaborating across teams.
Cognizant fosters an entrepreneurial environment that welcomes ideas, emphasizes working as one team by relying on each other’s strengths, raising the bar for excellence, daring to innovate, doing the right thing with integrity, and owning outcomes.
Strong candidates will have Workday supplemental certifications (such as Studio, CCTPP, Absence, Time Tracking, etc.), proven leadership in managing teams and client projects, and the ability to handle escalations, forecasting, and process improvements in a fast-paced environment.
Professional services for digital transformation
Cognizant provides professional services that help businesses adapt to the digital age. The company works with clients to improve their business operations and technology systems through a consultative approach that focuses on specific industries. This means they tailor their services to meet the unique needs of each client, helping them to innovate and operate more efficiently. Unlike many competitors, Cognizant emphasizes a deep understanding of various industries, which allows them to offer more relevant solutions. The goal of Cognizant is to empower clients to thrive in a digital world by transforming their business models and enhancing their operational capabilities.