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Cognizant Technology Solutions hires for Sales roles across its technology and software services business, where positions typically involve client acquisition, account management, and solution selling. Cognizant has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for qualified Sales professionals, making it a realistic target for international candidates.
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Cognizant is seeking a highly qualified Pre-Sales Integration Solutions Architect – BFS to drive solution sales within our Enterprise Integration and Digital Process Orchestration practice. This role is a critical client-facing sales and solution-enablement position focused on driving revenue growth, profitability, and new business acquisition, particularly within the Insurance and broader BFS domains. The role requires strong executive presence, deep domain expertise, and the ability to shape and articulate business-focused integration and process management solutions in collaboration with internal teams and external product partners.
Responsibilities:
- Own and deliver sales revenue, margin, and growth targets across an assigned portfolio of accounts.
- Drive new business identification, qualification, and conversion, including new logo acquisition.
- Establish, manage, and expand trusted advisor relationships with senior client stakeholders and executives.
- Lead high-level client discussions on enterprise integration, business process optimization, and digital transformation strategies.
- Identify client pain points across business processes and technology landscapes and translate them into solution opportunities.
- Lead and contribute to RFP and proposal responses, shaping differentiated and compelling solution propositions.
- Articulate the value of Integration and Process Management offerings with a strong focus on business outcomes rather than technical depth.
- Collaborate with solution architects and delivery teams to define solution scope, value, and alignment with client expectations.
- Act as the liaison between sales, account, and technical teams to ensure a seamless client experience.
- Partner with product vendors across BPM, RPA, and integration platforms to stay current on product capabilities and roadmaps.
- Recommend appropriate platforms and solutions aligned to client business objectives and strategic goals.
- Build strong relationships across vertical business unit leaders, delivery leaders, product partners, and other service lines.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 10 to 15+ years of progressive experience in Solutioning, Sales, Service line management, pre-sales, or consulting roles focused on Enterprise Integration, Business Process Management (BPM), Intelligent Automation (RPA), or related enterprise technology services.
- Proven ability to engage and influence C-level executives with strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated success managing complex client relationships, leading negotiations, and closing high-value deals.
- Strong strategic acumen with the ability to influence client decision-making and lead end-to-end business development cycles.
- Deep BFS domain experience, including one or more of the following:
- Banking across Consumer Banking, Commercial Banking, Cards & Payments, Private Banking, and Wealth Management.
- Capital Markets across Private Equity, Asset & Wealth Management, Brokerage Services, or Market Infrastructure.
- Lending across Consumer Lending, Commercial Lending, Underwriting, Loan Origination, and Servicing.
- Operational domains such as Fraud & Disputes, Payment Investigations, Client Onboarding, Customer Service, Collections & Recoveries, Mortgage Origination, and Default Lending.
- Strong knowledge of process and integration platform partners and their products across Banking and Capital Markets.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting Digital Banking initiatives, including embedded finance.
- Industry-recognized certifications related to the BFS domain.
SALARY AND OTHER COMPENSATION:
The annual salary for this position is between $160,000 to $175,000+ 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.
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INTRODUCTION
Cognizant is seeking a highly qualified Pre-Sales Integration Solutions Architect – BFS to drive solution sales within our Enterprise Integration and Digital Process Orchestration practice. This role is a critical client-facing sales and solution-enablement position focused on driving revenue growth, profitability, and new business acquisition, particularly within the Insurance and broader BFS domains. The role requires strong executive presence, deep domain expertise, and the ability to shape and articulate business-focused integration and process management solutions in collaboration with internal teams and external product partners.
Responsibilities:
- Own and deliver sales revenue, margin, and growth targets across an assigned portfolio of accounts.
- Drive new business identification, qualification, and conversion, including new logo acquisition.
- Establish, manage, and expand trusted advisor relationships with senior client stakeholders and executives.
- Lead high-level client discussions on enterprise integration, business process optimization, and digital transformation strategies.
- Identify client pain points across business processes and technology landscapes and translate them into solution opportunities.
- Lead and contribute to RFP and proposal responses, shaping differentiated and compelling solution propositions.
- Articulate the value of Integration and Process Management offerings with a strong focus on business outcomes rather than technical depth.
- Collaborate with solution architects and delivery teams to define solution scope, value, and alignment with client expectations.
- Act as the liaison between sales, account, and technical teams to ensure a seamless client experience.
- Partner with product vendors across BPM, RPA, and integration platforms to stay current on product capabilities and roadmaps.
- Recommend appropriate platforms and solutions aligned to client business objectives and strategic goals.
- Build strong relationships across vertical business unit leaders, delivery leaders, product partners, and other service lines.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 10 to 15+ years of progressive experience in Solutioning, Sales, Service line management, pre-sales, or consulting roles focused on Enterprise Integration, Business Process Management (BPM), Intelligent Automation (RPA), or related enterprise technology services.
- Proven ability to engage and influence C-level executives with strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated success managing complex client relationships, leading negotiations, and closing high-value deals.
- Strong strategic acumen with the ability to influence client decision-making and lead end-to-end business development cycles.
- Deep BFS domain experience, including one or more of the following:
- Banking across Consumer Banking, Commercial Banking, Cards & Payments, Private Banking, and Wealth Management.
- Capital Markets across Private Equity, Asset & Wealth Management, Brokerage Services, or Market Infrastructure.
- Lending across Consumer Lending, Commercial Lending, Underwriting, Loan Origination, and Servicing.
- Operational domains such as Fraud & Disputes, Payment Investigations, Client Onboarding, Customer Service, Collections & Recoveries, Mortgage Origination, and Default Lending.
- Strong knowledge of process and integration platform partners and their products across Banking and Capital Markets.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting Digital Banking initiatives, including embedded finance.
- Industry-recognized certifications related to the BFS domain.
SALARY AND OTHER COMPENSATION:
The annual salary for this position is between $160,000 to $175,000+ 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.
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Align your resume to solution selling
Cognizant's Sales roles center on selling IT services and digital transformation solutions to enterprise clients. Frame your experience around complex B2B sales cycles, stakeholder management, and revenue targets rather than transactional or retail sales backgrounds.
Verify your visa category before applying
Cognizant sponsors both H-1B and E-3 visas for Sales roles. If you're Australian, the E-3 path avoids the H-1B lottery entirely, meaning you can start without waiting for an annual cap cycle. Confirm which category fits your nationality before your first interview.
Time your application around H-1B cap season
If you need H-1B sponsorship, USCIS opens registrations in March for an October 1 start date. Targeting Cognizant roles in December through February gives your recruiter enough lead time to prepare the petition before the registration window opens.
Prepare your credentials for a specialty occupation case
USCIS requires Sales roles sponsored under H-1B to qualify as specialty occupations. Gather academic transcripts, any certifications in enterprise software or SaaS platforms, and documentation showing your degree field directly supports a technical sales function.
Search Cognizant Sales openings through Migrate Mate
Cognizant posts Sales positions across multiple locations and practice areas, making it easy to miss relevant openings. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Cognizant roles that include visa sponsorship, so you're only applying where sponsorship is confirmed.
Clarify sponsorship scope during the offer stage
Ask your Cognizant recruiter whether the specific Sales role falls under a client-site arrangement or internal headcount, since client-facing positions can affect how the employer processes your LCA with DOL. Getting this clear before the offer avoids delays later.
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Find Sales at Cognizant Technology Solutions JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Cognizant Technology Solutions sponsor H-1B visas for Sales roles?
Yes, Cognizant Technology Solutions sponsors H-1B visas for Sales roles. Cognizant is one of the larger H-1B sponsors in the technology services sector and has an established immigration infrastructure for handling petitions. Sales roles must qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards, which typically means the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field directly related to the job's duties.
How do I apply for Sales jobs at Cognizant Technology Solutions?
You can find Cognizant Sales openings through Migrate Mate, which filters for roles that include visa sponsorship so you're not wasting time on positions that won't support your situation. When applying, tailor your application to Cognizant's technology and IT services business, emphasizing experience in enterprise or B2B solution sales. Reaching out to a Cognizant recruiter directly after applying can also accelerate the process.
Which visa types does Cognizant Technology Solutions use for Sales roles?
Cognizant sponsors both H-1B and E-3 visas for Sales positions. The H-1B is the most common path for non-Australian nationals and is subject to the annual cap and lottery. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa, which has its own annual allocation that has never been exhausted, allowing year-round applications without lottery risk. Both require an approved Labor Condition Application filed with the DOL before the visa petition proceeds.
What qualifications does Cognizant expect for sponsored Sales roles?
Cognizant's Sales roles in the technology and software space generally require a bachelor's degree, often in business, computer science, or a related field, combined with demonstrated experience selling IT services, software solutions, or outsourcing engagements. Familiarity with enterprise accounts, long sales cycles, and specific technology practice areas such as cloud, data, or digital transformation strengthens your candidacy and supports the specialty occupation determination USCIS requires for H-1B approval.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take if I get a Sales offer from Cognizant?
For H-1B, USCIS registration opens in March, with an October 1 start date for selected candidates, so the full cycle from offer to work authorization can take six months or more. Premium processing can reduce the petition adjudication window to roughly two to three weeks once USCIS receives it. E-3 applicants can typically move faster, with consular processing at Australian posts often completing within a few weeks of scheduling an interview.
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