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AS400 Technical Lead Role

As an AS400 Technical Lead, you will make an impact by leading the development and delivery of AS400-based solutions in a hybrid onsite-offshore model. You will be a valued member of the Technology & Engineering team and work collaboratively with offshore developers, client technical leads, and project managers to ensure high-quality project execution. In this role, you will:

• Coordinate with offshore teams to clarify requirements and ensure successful project delivery
• Review and approve key project artifacts such as design documents, test plans, and test results
• Collaborate with onsite client stakeholders and internal managers on development activities
• Support QA teams by resolving queries and validating deployments
• Assist with regression testing and provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle

Work model: Remote. 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.

Work Authorization: Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

What you need to have to be considered:

• Proven experience working in AS400 environments, including RPGLE, RPG, CLLE, Synon, RxClaim, and COBOL
• Strong understanding of onsite-offshore delivery models
• Experience in reviewing and validating technical documentation
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

These will help you stand out:

• Prior experience in healthcare or pharmacy systems (RxClaim)
• Familiarity with deployment validation and regression testing processes
• Experience working in a client-facing technical lead role
• Ability to mentor offshore teams and ensure adherence to quality standards
• Exposure to legacy modernization projects involving AS400 systems

Salary and Other Compensation: Applications will be accepted until November 7th, 2025. The annual salary for this position is between $100,000 and $134,500 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.

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. 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. 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.