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Senior Associate

Cognizant

posted 8d ago

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We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to join our IT team specializing in video engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management particularly within the IT and video engineering sectors and will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of complex projects.


Responsibilities

  • Project Planning Develop comprehensive project plans including timelines milestones and resource allocation to ensure successful project execution.
  • Stakeholder Management Collaborate with business stakeholders IT teams and video engineering teams to define project scope objectives and deliverables.
  • Risk Management Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
  • Budget Management Monitor project budgets ensuring projects are completed within financial constraints.
  • Team Leadership Lead and motivate project teams providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and project success.
  • Quality Assurance Ensure that all project deliverables meet quality standards and business requirements.
  • Reporting Provide regular project status updates to stakeholders highlighting progress risks and any issues that need resolution.
  • Process Improvement Continuously evaluate project processes and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

  • Qualifications

  • Education Bachelor degree in computer science Information Technology Engineering or a related field.
  • Experience Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management with a focus on IT and video engineering projects.
  • Technical Skills Proficiency in project management software Microsoft Project JIRA and familiarity with video engineering technologies.
  • Analytical Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex projects and deliver results.
  • Communication Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Leadership Skills Proven ability to lead and manage project teams with a track record of successful project delivery.

  • Certifications Required

    Certification in Project Management (e. g. PMP PRINCE2).

    Knowledge of video compression standards and codecs.

    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 350, 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 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www. cognizant. com

    Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
    Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. 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 protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

    If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for CareersNA2@cognizant. com with your request and contact information.

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    What Senior Associate at Cognizant are saying

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    No specific goods. Just like another service based giant.. they maintained MNC standards in all the aspects such as infrastructure, work model, process and all.

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    Not sufficient transport facilities, poor rating mechanism, less transparency in appraisal, system administration and IT support system not upto to the mark..

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    Senior Associate salary at Cognizant

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    ₹8.9 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr
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