Consulting Manager - Healthcare Product Owner
About Cognizant ConsultingCognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice-we're a global community of over 5,000 experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. By blending deep industry expertise with advanced technology and advisory capabilities, we deliver innovative solutions that help Fortune 500 and Global 2000 organizations drive meaningful outcomes.About the RoleAs a Product Owner - Healthcare Consulting, you will make an impact by leading product ownership and requirements management across complex healthcare consulting engagements, partnering closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, and clients to translate healthcare needs into clear, actionable solutions.You will be a valued member of Cognizant Consulting's Healthcare practice, working collaboratively with clients, delivery teams, and internal stakeholders to define member and provider journeys, shape requirements, and support successful program execution.In This Role, You WillServe as the Product Owner on healthcare consulting engagements, owning requirements definition, backlog management, and prioritization across Agile delivery teamsLead discovery and requirements workshops to translate complex healthcare business needs into clear, unambiguous user stories, epics, and acceptance criteriaDevelop and document member, patient, or provider journeys, including functional flows, edge cases, and experience considerationsPartner with UX, engineering, and architecture teams to support UI and interface discussions, ensuring user-centric and compliant solutionsManage Agile ceremonies and artifacts using tools such as JIRA and related Agile management platformsAct as a bridge between business and technology teams, ensuring clarity, alignment, and traceability of requirements throughout deliveryApply strong consulting problem‐solving skills to address ambiguity, manage dependencies, and support delivery and program management needsConsistently demonstrate a consulting mindset, balancing structured execution with flexibility in fast‐paced client environmentsWork ModelWe 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.This role may require occasional travel to client sites or Cognizant offices, depending on project needs.The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project or client requirements. We will always be clear about role expectations.What You Must Have to Be ConsideredProven experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager, supporting Agile delivery teams in a consulting or professional services environmentHands‐on experience using Agile methodologies and JIRA to manage backlogs, user stories, and delivery workflowsHealthcare industry experience is required, with deep expertise in at least one payer or provider functional domainStrong ability to write clear, precise, and testable requirements, including user stories, journeys, and functional documentationExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with client stakeholders and delivery teamsUnderstanding of consulting expectations related to problem solving, requirements management, and program deliveryThese Will Help You SucceedPrior experience in a client‐facing consulting role within healthcareFamiliarity with healthcare operations, regulatory considerations, and industry standardsExperience collaborating with UX and design teams on member or patient experience initiativesAbility to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast‐moving environments while maintaining structure and disciplineCompensationThe annual base salary for this position is $81,450 - $129,500, depending on experience and other qualifications.This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.BenefitsCognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) plan with employer contributionsEmployee stock purchase planEmployee assistance programPaid holidays plus paid time off (PTO)Paid parental leave and fertility assistanceLearning and development programs and certifications