Assistant Vice President, AI Training Data Services SME

Leading at Cognizant

This is a Leadership role at Cognizant. We believe how you lead is as important as what you deliver. Cognizant leaders at every level: Drive our business strategy and inspire teams around our future. Live the leadership behaviors, leading themselves, others and the business. Uphold our Values, role modeling themin every action and decision. Nurture our people and culture, creating a workplace where all can thrive.

At Cognizant, leadership transcends titles and is embodied in actions and behaviors. We empower our leaders at every level to drive business strategy, inspire teams, uphold our values, and foster an inclusive culture.

About the role

As a Assistant Vice President, SME for Cognizant’s AI Training Data Services group, you will make an impact by leading the sales and promotion of our cutting-edge AI Training Data Services to prospective clients. This role involves consultative selling, strategic guidance, and offering development, tailored to each client’s unique needs. This is a multifaceted and high-impact position that blends Sales, Strategy, Transformation, and Offering Development. Success requires agility, business acumen, and the ability to pivot across roles depending on the stage of engagement. You will be a valued member of the IOA Services team and work collaboratively with the larger Cognizant ecosystem and executives to define priorities and execution roadmaps to grow the AI Training Data Services group.

In this role, you will:

• Engage with clients to understand their data training requirements and define customized solutions.
• Define the services and strategic roadmap for the AI Training Data Services based on market trends, knowledge, and evolving landscape.
• Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships to deliver comprehensive, end-to-end solutions that address client needs and enhance service value.
• Establish thought leadership by engaging with industry analysts, contributing to white papers, and representing the organization in key forums to elevate market presence and credibility.
• Be a sales leader to Cognizant’s AI Training Data Services group.
• Evaluate and recommend optimal solution configurations for clients.
• Drive the development and implementation of AI training services at client locations.
• Navigate complex deal cycles by wearing multiple hats—acting as a strategist, sales leader, transformation advisor, and solution architect.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to shape offerings that align with client goals and business outcomes.
• Act as a trusted advisor while fostering a culture of innovation.
• Consistently demonstrate the Cognizant Way to Lead, which means operating with Personal Leadership (building trust, collaboration, and inclusion), Organizational Leadership (driving vision and purpose, demonstrating a strategic and enterprise mindset, and creating and communicating a bold direction that inspires purpose), and Business Leadership (exemplifying client focus, managing ambiguity with accountability and results, and operating with financial acumen)

What you need to have to be considered

• 20+ years of industry domain experience with at least 15+ years in sales/account management and business development roles within the IT services industry.
• Deep industry expertise in Financial Services, Insurance, and/or Healthcare sectors.
• Expertise in revenue growth and margin, deal win rate, NPS, and delivery metrics.
• Background selling new offerings and services to prospective clients nationally.
• Experience in Go-To-Market strategy and ensure high quality delivery.
• Experience and knowledge of AI technologies.
• Embodiment of the Cognizant Way to Lead: Leading Self, Leading Others, & Leading the Business
• The embodiment of Cognizant’s Values of: Work as One, Dare to Innovate, Raise the Bar, Do The right Thing, & Own It

These will help you succeed

• Experience and knowledge of AI technologies.

• Experience with implementing new offerings and programs.

  Work model – Hybrid

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 4 days a week in a client or Cognizant office. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though 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

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.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until December 1, 2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $155,000- $250,000 depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, 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