Workday Solutions Architect
Collaborative · Remote US
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About the Job
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
Applications will be accepted until 10/26/2026
The annual salary for this position is between USD $106,326 - USD $159,489 depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
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
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.