IT Project Manager - Cards and Payment - Manager - 67128651 jobs in United States
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Cognizant · 8 hours ago

IT Project Manager - Cards and Payment - Manager - 67128651

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$130K/yr - $149K/yr
date13+ years exp

Cognizant is seeking a Project Manager Lead to drive strategic planning, execution, and delivery of technology and business initiatives across Cards & Payments and Asset & Wealth Management domains. The role involves leading project planning and execution, managing project scope and risks, and facilitating communication with stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

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Responsibilities

Lead end‑to‑end project planning and execution, ensuring alignment with business goals and timeline expectations
Manage project scope, risks, and quality to deliver successful outcomes across complex initiatives
Coordinate program resources to optimize utilization and support multi‑project environments
Facilitate clear communication with stakeholders to maintain transparency and alignment throughout the project lifecycle
Drive continuous improvement in project management practices, tools, and delivery frameworks

Qualification

Cards & Payments expertiseAgile methodologyProject managementStakeholder managementSoftware development processesProcess improvementLeadership skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsNegotiation skills

Required

13+ years of experience leading complex technology or business projects
Strong understanding of software development processes and IT systems
Expertise in Cards & Payments and/or Asset & Wealth Management domains
Proficiency with project management methodologies and tools (Agile, Scrum)
Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to manage multiple large‑scale initiatives simultaneously

Preferred

Experience articulating technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders and vice versa
Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence cross‑functional partners
Background in IT service management and integration of project initiatives
Demonstrated ability to implement process improvements within project environments
Familiarity with large‑scale transformation or modernization programs

Benefits

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

Company

Cognizant

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Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.
dateFounded in 1994
location
Teaneck, New Jersey, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.cognizant.com

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$0.24M
Key Investors
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
2025-03-08Post Ipo Equity
2016-11-18Post Ipo Equity· $0.24M
1998-06-19IPO

Leadership Team

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Ravi Kumar S
Chief Executive Officer
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Anil Cheriyan
CTO / EVP Strategy & Technology
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