Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Connected Devices (Hardware & Software) - Remote

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><strong>*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*</strong><span style="mso-spacerun:yes;"><strong>  </strong></span><strong><o:p></o:p></strong></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><strong><o:p> </o:p></strong></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><strong>About Us:<o:p></o:p></strong></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">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, a member of the NASDAQ-100, is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><strong>About Cognizant’s IoT Practice:<o:p></o:p></strong></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes. Without human-centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things—but with it, our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><strong>Role Summary<o:p></o:p></strong></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">This role owns the end-to-end lifecycle of connected devices across multi-site retail, consumer goods, and food manufacturing environments. Responsibilities span hardware selection, energy metering, systems integration, commissioning, performance tuning, security hardening, and ongoing reliability operations.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">You will serve as the technical authority for:<o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">POS and store devices<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">HVAC and refrigeration racks/case controllers<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Networking (including SD-WAN)<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Energy sub-metering and power quality<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Production floor systems in packaging and dairy/bakery/ice cream plants<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">The role emphasizes data-driven operations, secure connectivity, system integration, and telemetry, requiring strong collaboration, clear communication, and stakeholder influence to deliver measurable business outcomes such as:<o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Energy savings<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Equipment uptime<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Food safety compliance<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Reduced maintenance costs<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><hr><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><strong>Key Responsibilities<o:p></o:p></strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Architecture & Design: Define site-level reference architectures, standardize device selections, and communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Implementation & Commissioning: Lead commissioning plans and supervise rollouts with adaptability and proactive problem-solving.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Operations & Reliability: Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions to maintain high system reliability and customer satisfaction.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Security & Compliance: Enforce security controls and compliance standards with integrity and risk awareness.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with Store Ops, Facilities, and Manufacturing Engineering to align technical roadmaps with business priorities.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Documentation & Training: Create clear documentation and deliver training tailored to end-user needs.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><hr><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Essential Skills (Technical + Behavioral)<o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Devices & Hardware: Expertise in energy meters, HVAC controllers, refrigeration systems, and industrial sensors.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Systems Integration: Proven experience integrating diverse control systems and devices.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Connectivity & Data Handling: Strong knowledge of device communication protocols and reliable data flow.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Networking & Security: Network design and security best practices.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Energy & Controls: Analytical skills for demand management and optimization.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Food Manufacturing Expertise: Cold chain monitoring and compliance under regulatory standards.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><hr><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><strong>Qualifications<o:p></o:p></strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Instrumentation, or related discipline.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">10+ years in multi-site retail or food manufacturing environments delivering connected device and system integrations.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">3+ years leading commissioning and operations for HVAC, refrigeration, energy metering, and control systems.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Proven leadership in architecture ownership and reliability improvement for production environments.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Expertise in hardware selection and vendor partnerships.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Working knowledge of cloud platforms.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Ability to interpret electrical schematics, control diagrams, and energy data.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Excellent communication skills combined with strong technical expertise.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">Remote role with 30–40%25 travel required.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><strong><o:p> </o:p></strong></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><strong>Compensation: </strong>- $140,000 to $180,000 +/- and 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. Application will be accepted by 1/12/2026<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><strong>Benefits</strong>: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="margin:0in 0in 0in .75in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-.5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><span style="mso-fareast-font-family:" times="" new="" roman";mso-list:ignore;"="">•</span><span style="font:7.0pt " times="" new="" roman";mso-fareast-font-family:"times="" roman";mso-list:ignore;"="">                </span>Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin:0in 0in 0in .75in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-.5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><span style="mso-fareast-font-family:" times="" new="" roman";mso-list:ignore;"="">•</span><span style="font:7.0pt " times="" new="" roman";mso-fareast-font-family:"times="" roman";mso-list:ignore;"="">                </span>Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin:0in 0in 0in .75in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-.5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><span style="mso-fareast-font-family:" times="" new="" roman";mso-list:ignore;"="">•</span><span style="font:7.0pt " times="" new="" roman";mso-fareast-font-family:"times="" roman";mso-list:ignore;"="">                </span>401(k) plan and contributions<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin:0in 0in 0in .75in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-.5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><span style="mso-fareast-font-family:" times="" new="" roman";mso-list:ignore;"="">•</span><span style="font:7.0pt " times="" new="" roman";mso-fareast-font-family:"times="" roman";mso-list:ignore;"="">                </span>Long-term/Short-term Disability<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin:0in 0in 0in .75in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-.5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><span style="mso-fareast-font-family:" times="" new="" roman";mso-list:ignore;"="">•</span><span style="font:7.0pt " times="" new="" roman";mso-fareast-font-family:"times="" roman";mso-list:ignore;"="">                </span>Paid Parental Leave<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin:0in 0in 0in .75in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-.5in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><span style="mso-fareast-font-family:" times="" new="" roman";mso-list:ignore;"="">•</span><span style="font:7.0pt " times="" new="" roman";mso-fareast-font-family:"times="" roman";mso-list:ignore;"="">                </span>Employee Stock Purchase Plan<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"=""><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:" times="" new="" roman",serif;font-size:11.0pt;"="">#LI-CT1<o:p></o:p></span></p>

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