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About the Role
As a Technical Business Analyst, you will make an impact by translating complex business needs into clear, actionable requirements and technology-enabled solutions. You will be a valued member of Cognizant's Digital Engineering team and work collaboratively with business stakeholders, product owners, engineering teams, quality assurance professionals, and client partners to improve processes and deliver high-value enterprise applications.
In this role, you will
• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to elicit, analyze, document, and prioritize business and functional requirements.
• Translate business needs into user stories, acceptance criteria, process flows, functional specifications, and traceable delivery documentation.
• Facilitate discovery sessions and Agile ceremonies, including backlog refinement, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Analyze data and operational workflows using tools such as Microsoft Excel, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with Java, Spring Boot, .NET Core, quality assurance, and delivery teams to clarify requirements and support implementation.
• Support user acceptance testing, defect resolution, release readiness, training, and stakeholder communications.
• Track decisions, risks, dependencies, and action items in Jira while helping teams deliver agreed outcomes and timelines.
Work Model: Remote
We believe remote work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position requiring workers located at Meza, AZ or El Dorado Hills, CA, or anywhere else in the United States only.
Please note that Cognizant cannot provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.
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
• 6+ Professional experience as a Business Analyst or Technical Business Analyst in an enterprise technology environment.
• Demonstrated ability to gather requirements and create user stories, acceptance criteria, process models, and functional documentation.
• Experience with Agile and Scrum delivery practices and requirement-management tools such as Jira.
• Working knowledge of data analysis using Microsoft Excel and SQL, with exposure to Tableau or Power BI.
• Familiarity with enterprise application environments involving Java, Spring Boot, .NET Core, or related technologies.
• Strong analytical, root-cause analysis, problem-solving, communication, facilitation, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language and manage multiple priorities.
These will help you stand out
• Experience supporting healthcare payer or health insurance technology programs.
• Hands-on experience with process-modeling tools and standards such as Microsoft Visio or BPMN.
• Experience with user acceptance testing, business validation, release communications, and end-user training.
• Understanding of software delivery lifecycles, APIs, and modern enterprise application architectures.
• Relevant certifications in business analysis, Agile, Scrum, or data visualization.
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.
Applications will be accepted until September 24th, 2026
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary for this position is $68,422 - $114,000, depending on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.
In addition to salary, this role is eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, subject to individual and company performance.
Benefits
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to eligibility requirements:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage.
• 401(k) Plan with Company Contributions.
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (where applicable).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Wellbeing and Mental Health Programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement and Learning Resources.
• Career Development and Certification Opportunities.
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization's unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation 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.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. 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 characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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