IoT Specialist

Cognizant hiring for IoT Specialist jobs in Chicago, IL, US

IoT Specialist Position Overview

Whether it’s building a connected vehicle platform to improve fleet uptime, creating automated processes that prevent medical devices from failing, or helping insurance companies use 5G-enabled drones for faster, safer site inspections, Cognizant’s Industry+ practice is at the center of the digital transformations helping the world’s most innovative companies navigate and thrive in a connected world.

Our practice solves IoT problems – the set of enabling technologies and infrastructure that builds connected, context aware and adaptive systems to drive better insights, increased efficiency, and new business models. We help organizations handle the complexity of assimilation of IoT tech with existing systems, processes, and products – and hone their strategic vision.

We are focused on the industries of the future, organized around four main offerings:

·Products+ Software for smart, connected next-gen products from cars to medical and consumer devices

·Operations+ Building the factories with seamless, optimized remote operations

·Mobility+ Solutions for connected, shared and autonomous mobility, transportation and logistics across land, air, and sea

·Spaces+ Intelligent connected solutions for public and private buildings, plants, and other physical spaces

Basic Qualifications

·Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent

·Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

·Self-motivated with the passion and appetite to learn innovative technologies

Technical Role Requirements

·Basic programming experience using C/C++/C#/Java

·Familiarity with Object-Oriented Programming

·Exposure to IoT / cloud platforms (Azure, Google, AWS, etc.)

·Exposure to relational databases such as SQL and MySQL

·Ability to work on IoT specific applications in Level 3 production support solving medium to complex technical issues.

·Ability to work on IoT products using new emerging technologies to test IoT solutions for functionality, scale, and performance

·Ability to partner with business collaborators to understand their IoT needs, develop use cases and diagrams, generate processes, and develop overall solution requirements including application definition, integration, security, and system configurations

·Ability to work in the onsite-offshore model

·Familiarity with data structures and operating system concepts

·Good understanding of design patterns and mathematical concepts

·Ability to develop algorithms

·Familiarity with software development life cycle

Work Authorization

Due to the nature of this position, Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in a CPT/OPT program) for this role.

Location

IoT Specialists will be deployed to Cognizant offices in Chicago, IL; Houston, TX; Irvine, CA; Bentonville, AR; or Hopkins, MN where you will work alongside other experienced Cognizant associates delivering technology solutions. Applicants must be willing to relocate to one of these major geographic areas. While we attempt to honor candidate location preferences, business need, and position availability will determine the final location assignment.

Start Date

IoT Specialists will start in March 2024. While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment. Start dates will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively.

Why Choose Us? Cognizant delivers solutions that draw upon the full power and scale of our associates. You will be supported by high-caliber experts and employ some of the most advanced and patented capabilities. Our associate’s diverse backgrounds offer varied perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients. If you’re excited by change, ambiguity, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you. Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is $73,000.00 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.

Employee Status : Full Time Employee

Shift : Day Job

Job Posting : Feb 16 2024

About Cognizant

Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) 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 is ranked 185 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 or follow us @USJobsCognizant.

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.

If you have a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.