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Sr. Technical Architect

Cognizant

Remote · USJob$141–163K/yrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$141–163K/yr
Location
Remote · US
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ServiceNow CSM CertificationITIL V3 Or ITIL 4 CertificationBachelor's degree

Job overview

The ServiceNow CSM Architect leads Customer Service Management transformation initiatives, designs scalable ServiceNow solutions, and guides clients through process optimization and digital service delivery improvements. The role collaborates with clients and internal consulting, architecture, delivery, and sales teams. It is remote within the United States and requires ServiceNow CSM expertise, implementation leadership, relevant certifications, and a bachelor's degree.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ServiceNow CSM ArchitectureServiceNow CSM ImplementationClient WorkshopsRequirements GatheringSolution DesignIT Service ManagementProcess ManagementProcess ImprovementGovernanceOperational TransformationStakeholder ManagementCommunicationBusiness DocumentationSolution Design ArtifactsProject GovernanceSix SigmaContinuous ImprovementAgile DeliveryServiceNow PlatformServiceNow IntegrationsPresales SupportSolution DemonstrationsProposal DevelopmentEnterprise Digital Transformation

Qualifications

ServiceNow CSM CertificationTwo End-to-End CSM ImplementationsBachelor's in IT, Engineering, CS, or RelatedITIL V3 or ITIL 4 CertificationSix Sigma Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Parental Leave

Full job description

About the role

As a ServiceNow CSM Architect, you will make an impact by leading Customer Service Management (CSM) transformation initiatives, designing scalable ServiceNow solutions, and guiding clients through process optimization and digital service delivery improvements. You will be a valued member of the ServiceNow Consulting team and work collaboratively with clients, solution consultants, technical architects, delivery teams, and sales stakeholders to deliver successful business outcomes.

In this role, you will:

Lead ServiceNow CSM workshops, discovery sessions, and requirements-gathering activities with client stakeholders.

Design and architect Customer Service Management solutions aligned with business objectives and ServiceNow best practices.

Provide strategic guidance on process design, governance, and service management optimization.

Review and monitor project deliverables to ensure quality, scalability, and alignment with client requirements prior to implementation.

Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams for process-related discussions and solution decisions.

Develop, standardize, and improve operational processes to enhance service delivery, customer satisfaction, and cost efficiency.

Create and maintain process documentation, business requirements, solution artifacts, and project deliverables.

Partner with sales and solution consulting teams during presales and transition activities, including solution demonstrations, workshops, and project handoffs.

Work model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in The United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured, we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

ServiceNow Customer Service Management (CSM) certification and demonstrated expertise in ServiceNow CSM architecture and implementation.

Proven experience leading at least two end-to-end ServiceNow CSM implementations.

Strong experience conducting client workshops, requirements gathering, and solution design sessions.

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

ITIL v3 or ITIL 4 certification with solid knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) principles.

Experience in process management, process improvement, governance, and operational transformation initiatives.

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to engage both business and technical audiences.

Experience creating business documentation, solution designs, and project governance artifacts.

These will help you stand out

Six Sigma certification or experience with continuous improvement methodologies.

Experience working in Agile delivery environments.

Knowledge of ServiceNow platform capabilities beyond CSM, including related workflows and integrations.

Experience supporting presales activities, solution demonstrations, and proposal development.

Consulting experience managing enterprise-scale digital transformation programs.

Applicants will be accepted till 09/30/2026

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future

The annual salary for this position will be in the range of $141K - $163K 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

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,049 open Technical Architect jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 31, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$141–163K/yr
  • California median$133–266K/yr104 salary ranges
  • US median$123–266K/yr942 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $152K, is 23% below the California median midpoint ($197K) — in the lowest quarter of Technical Architect salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 110 open Technical Architect jobs in California and 1,049 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
Technical Architect postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 5 to 8 years (908 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 398 of the 1,049 open Technical Architect jobs (38%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 31, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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