Technical Product Consultant - FAST

Technical Product Consultant - FAST

If you are like us, you have big ideas. At Cognizant, we're exploring new ideas every day. We help industry leading companies reinvent their business models and innovate technology products that create new value by connecting people with things, insights, and experience. 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 is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

If you meet our background requirements and skills and are looking for an opportunity with these skills and expertise, here is the ideal opportunity for you!

Role: Technical Product Consultant - Fast

Experience: Minimum 8 to 12 years of solid experience.

Job Location: Candidates need to be willing to work in a hybrid model from the Client's office in Teaneck - NJ.

Must Have Qualifications

* Have a solid understanding of Life and Annuity domain.

* Possess strong technical background in any CoTS product or any home grown L&A policy administration system.

* Preferred to have FAST product and configuration knowledge.

* Exhibit excellent communication leadership and interpersonal skills.

* Show proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

* Display strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

* Hold relevant LOMA - SRI Certification.

Responsibilities

* Lead and manage complex projects from initiation to completion ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

* Coordinates project planning scheduling and resource allocation to meet project objectives.

* Provide technical guidance and expertise in FAST Configuration to project teams.

* Collaborate with collaborators to define project scope goals and results.

* Monitor project progress and performance identifying and mitigating risks as needed.

* Ensure compliance with company policies procedures and standards throughout the project lifecycle.

* Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project team members and partners.

* Conduct regular project status meetings and provide updates to senior management.

* Manage project documentation including project plans status reports and change requests.

* Implement standard processes and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery.

* Support the development and maintenance of project management methodologies and tools.

* Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project integration and implementation.

* Mentor and coach junior team members to develop their skills and capabilities.

* Responsible for Coding and Unit testing of all FAST configuration work including:

o Product Configuration, Rider Configuration.

o Fund Line-up and Fund Rate set up.

o Transactions through orchestration debugging.

o Decision Table, calc etc.

o Commission Management

o Correspondence and Report configuration

o Functional access set-up

* Responsible for peer review, unit testing and functional testing.

* Responsible for FAST standard methodology for configuration and Integration.

Work Authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants who are legally authorized to work in the United States.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $66,896 - $132,500 depending on 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.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

* 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

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.

Why Choose Cognizant?

Our associates enjoy robust benefits and training opportunities from our industry recognized, award winning Academy team. You will have access to hundreds of technical trainings to keep your abilities fresh and have opportunities to acquire certifications on the newest technologies.

If you became comfortable with ambiguity, delight by change, and excel through autonomy, we'd love to hear from you!

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer provider and committed to creating a diverse environment. We consider all applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital and family status, disabilities, sexual orientation or preference, veteran status or any other classification protected by state, federal or local law.

About Cognizant:

Headquartered in the U.S, Cognizant leverages a highly flexible business model, a flawless global delivery network, and deep domain expertise to deliver to a long list of world-class companies that are leaders in their own space.

www.cognizant.com

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